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Contact Information:

Redline Communications Inc.

302 Town Centre Blvd. Suite 100

Markham, ON

Canada L3R 0E8

Web site: http://www.redlinecommunications.com

Sales Inquiries:

North American nainfo@redlinecommunications.com

Toll-free sales 1-866-633-6669

International intlinfo@redlinecommunications.com

Support: www.redlinecommunications.com/support/support_portal.html

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Disclaimer

The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document

are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied

warranty. Additionally, Redline makes no representations or warranties, either expressed

or implied, regarding the contents of this product. Redline Communications shall not be

liable for any misuse regarding this product. The information in this document is subject

to change without notice.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Important Safety & Service Notices....................................................... 8

1.1 Safety Warnings ........................................................................................ 8

1.2 Important Warning Symbols ...................................................................... 9

1.3 Important Service Information ................................................................... 9

1.4 Lightning Protection................................................................................... 9

1.5 FCC & IC Notice...................................................................................... 10

1.6 UL Information......................................................................................... 11

1.7 Product Information ................................................................................. 11

2 System Overview................................................................................... 12

2.1 Ethernet Port ........................................................................................... 13

2.2 RF Port .................................................................................................... 13

2.3 Mounting Brackets................................................................................... 13

2.4 Grounding Connection ............................................................................ 13

2.5 Indoor Power Block (PoE Power Adapter) .............................................. 14

2.6 Antenna Alignment .................................................................................. 15

2.6.1 Web Page Alignment........................................................................... 15

2.6.2 Audible Alignment................................................................................ 15

3 Web Interface - PTP............................................................................... 16

3.1 System Login........................................................................................... 16

3.2 System Menu .......................................................................................... 17

3.3 System Information ................................................................................. 18

General................................................................................................ 18

Ethernet............................................................................................... 19

Wireless............................................................................................... 19

3.4 System Status ......................................................................................... 20

General information............................................................................. 20

Ethernet LAN Statistics ....................................................................... 21

Wireless Statistics ............................................................................... 21

Controls ............................................................................................... 21

3.5 System Logs Screen ............................................................................... 22

3.6 System Configuration Screen.................................................................. 25

Ethernet Configuration ........................................................................ 25

Wireless Configuration ........................................................................ 28

Controls ............................................................................................... 33

3.7 Users Management ................................................................................. 34

3.8 AN-80i Product Options Screen .............................................................. 36

3.9 Upload Software...................................................................................... 37

3.10 SNMP Settings Screen............................................................................ 38

3.10.1 Change SNMP Community ................................................................. 39

3.10.2 Change SNMP Trap Configuration...................................................... 40

3.11 Spectrum Sweep ..................................................................................... 41

4 PMP Operation....................................................................................... 43

4.1 Introduction.............................................................................................. 43

4.2 PMP Menu............................................................................................... 43

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4.3 Functional Description............................................................................. 44

4.3.1 Overview.............................................................................................. 44

4.3.2 Minimum Setup Requirements ............................................................ 45

4.3.3 Packet Classification ........................................................................... 45

4.4 PMP Screens .......................................................................................... 46

4.4.1 Configuration Screen........................................................................... 46

4.4.2 Link Screen.......................................................................................... 47

4.4.3 Group Screen ...................................................................................... 48

Group .................................................................................................. 48

Wireless Traffic Parameters ................................................................ 49

4.4.4 Connection Screen .............................................................................. 50

Connection Configuration.................................................................... 50

Wireless Traffic Parameters ................................................................ 51

4.5 Browse Screens ...................................................................................... 52

4.5.1 Links Screen........................................................................................ 52

4.5.2 Groups Screen .................................................................................... 53

4.5.3 Connections Screen ............................................................................ 54

4.6 Statistics Screens.................................................................................... 55

4.6.1 Link Statistics....................................................................................... 55

4.6.2 Group Statistics.................................................................................. 56

4.6.3 Connection Statistics ........................................................................... 57

4.6.4 System Status - PMP Wireless Statistics ............................................ 58

4.7 Quick Configuration Guide ...................................................................... 58

4.7.1 Configure Pass-Through Operation..................................................... 59

Step 1: Create New Link for Each Subscriber..................................... 59

Step 2: Create Single Pass-through Group......................................... 60

Step 3: Create Connections ................................................................ 60

Step 4: Save Configuration ................................................................. 60

4.7.2 VLAN Configuration............................................................................. 61

Step 1: Change Group to VLAN Tagged............................................. 61

Step 2: Change Connections to VLAN Tagged................................... 61

Step 3: Save Configuration ................................................................. 61

5 CLI Interface........................................................................................... 62

5.1 CLI Command Summary......................................................................... 62

5.2 Connecting with Telnet............................................................................ 63

5.3 CLI Command Set................................................................................... 63

5.3.1 Chgver ................................................................................................. 63

5.3.2 Clear .................................................................................................... 64

5.3.3 Del ....................................................................................................... 64

5.3.4 Enable ................................................................................................. 64

5.3.5 Freq ..................................................................................................... 64

5.3.6 Get....................................................................................................... 65

5.3.7 Load..................................................................................................... 66

5.3.8 New ..................................................................................................... 67

5.3.9 Ping ..................................................................................................... 67

5.3.10 Reset ................................................................................................... 67

5.3.11 Save .................................................................................................... 67

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5.3.12 Script ................................................................................................... 67

5.3.13 Set ....................................................................................................... 68

5.3.14 Show.................................................................................................... 74

5.3.15 Snmpcommunity.................................................................................. 76

5.3.16 Snmptrap ............................................................................................. 77

5.3.17 Test...................................................................................................... 77

5.3.18 Upgrade............................................................................................... 77

5.3.19 User ..................................................................................................... 78

6 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ....................................................... 79

6.1 Factory Default Settings .......................................................................... 79

6.2 Procedure to Restore Factory Settings ................................................... 80

6.3 Testing and Saving System Parameters ................................................. 81

6.3.1 CLI Interface ........................................................................................ 81

6.3.2 Web Interface ...................................................................................... 81

6.4 Status Codes........................................................................................... 83

6.4.1 PTP Status Codes ............................................................................... 83

6.4.2 PMP Status Codes .............................................................................. 84

7 Appendices............................................................................................ 85

7.1 AN-80i Technical Specifications.............................................................. 85

7.2 AN-80i PoE Power Adapter Specifications.............................................. 86

7.3 ETSI Certified Antennas.......................................................................... 87

7.3.1 5.4 GHz Radio: ETSI Certified Antennas ............................................ 87

7.3.2 5.8 GHz Radio: ETSI Certified Antennas ............................................ 87

7.4 FCC & IC Certified Antennas .................................................................. 88

7.4.1 5.4 GHz Radio: FCC & IC Certified Antennas ..................................... 88

7.4.2 5.8 GHz Radio: FCC & IC Certified Antennas ..................................... 88

7.4.3 4.9 GHz Radio: FCC & IC 'PENDING" PTP Antennas ........................ 89

7.5 Regional Codes....................................................................................... 90

7.6 Glossary Of Terms .................................................................................. 92

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: FCC & IC RF Recommended Safe Separation Distances .................... 10

Table 2: Web - System Log Messages ............................................................... 22

Table 3: Configuration - 802.1p Priority Settings ................................................ 26

Table 4: Web - Max. Power (in dBm) and Modulation Settings........................... 30

Table 5: Web - Ethernet Status Indication .......................................................... 32

Table 6: Web - Screens and User Access .......................................................... 35

Table 7: Web - Default System Users................................................................. 35

Table 8: Web - Performing a Spectrum Sweep................................................... 42

Table 9: PMP - Basic Pass-Through Group Settings.......................................... 45

Table 10: PMP - Packet Classification ................................................................ 45

Table 11: PMP Maximum Achievable UBR......................................................... 47

Table 12: PMP - Basic Pass-Through Group Configuration Settings.................. 60

Table 13: CLI - Command Summary .................................................................. 62

Table 14: CLI - Root Mode Commands .............................................................. 63

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Table 15: CLI - chgver......................................................................................... 63

Table 16: CLI - clear............................................................................................ 64

Table 17: CLI - del............................................................................................... 64

Table 18: CLI - enable......................................................................................... 64

Table 19: CLI - enable......................................................................................... 64

Table 20: CLI - get .............................................................................................. 65

Table 21: CLI - load............................................................................................. 66

Table 22: CLI - new............................................................................................. 67

Table 23: CLI - new............................................................................................. 67

Table 24: CLI - reset ........................................................................................... 67

Table 25: CLI - save............................................................................................ 67

Table 26: CLI - script........................................................................................... 67

Table 27: CLI - set............................................................................................... 68

Table 28: CLI - show ........................................................................................... 74

Table 29: CLI - snmpcommunity ......................................................................... 76

Table 30: CLI - snmptrap .................................................................................... 77

Table 31: CLI - test.............................................................................................. 77

Table 32: CLI - upgrade ...................................................................................... 77

Table 33: CLI - user ............................................................................................ 78

Table 34: Diag. - Factory Default Settings .......................................................... 79

Table 35: Diag. - Web Interface Diagnostics....................................................... 82

Table 36: Diag. - PTP Status Codes ................................................................... 83

Table 37: Diag. - PMP Status Code Bits ............................................................. 84

Table 38: Diag. - PMP Status Codes .................................................................. 84

Table 39: Spec. - AN-80i Technical Specifications ............................................. 85

Table 40: Spec. - AN-80i PoE Power Adaptor Specifications ............................. 86

Table 41: Spec. - ETSI Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz Operation ......................... 87

Table 42: Spec. - ETSI Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz Operation ......................... 87

Table 43: Spec. - FCC & IC Certified Antennas: 5.4 GHz Operation.................. 88

Table 44: Spec. - FCC & IC Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz Operation.................. 88

Table 45: Spec. - FCC & IC Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz PMP Operation ......... 89

Table 46: Spec. - FCC & IC 'PENDING' Antennas: 4.9 GHz PTP Operation...... 89

Table 47: Spec. - Regional Identification Codes ................................................. 90

Table 48: Spec. - Glossary.................................................................................. 92

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: Intro - AN-80i Components .................................................................. 12

Figure 2: Intro - AN-80i with Integrated Antenna................................................. 13

Figure 3: Intro - Indoor Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Module ............................... 14

Figure 4: Web - Login Screen ............................................................................. 16

Figure 5: Web - System Menu ............................................................................ 17

Figure 6: Web - General Information Screen ...................................................... 18

Figure 7: Web - System Status Screen............................................................... 20

Figure 8: Web - System Log Messages .............................................................. 22

Figure 9: Web - System and Network Configuration Screen............................... 25

Figure 10: Web - Wireless Configuration Screen................................................ 28

Figure 11: Web - Wireless Configuration Screen................................................ 29

Figure 12: Web - System Password Screen ....................................................... 34

Figure 13: Web - Product Options Screen .......................................................... 36

Figure 14: Web - Upload Software Screen ......................................................... 37

Figure 15: Web - SNMP Configuration Screen ................................................... 38

Figure 16: Web - SNMP Community Configuration Screen ................................ 39

Figure 17: Web - SNMP Trap Configuration Screen........................................... 40

Figure 18: Web - Spectrum Sweep Screen......................................................... 41

Figure 19: Web - Spectrum Sweep Results ........................................................ 42

Figure 20: PMP - Main Menu .............................................................................. 43

Figure 21: PMP - Basic Pass-through Group Configuration................................ 44

Figure 22: PMP - VLAN Tagged Traffic Example ............................................... 44

Figure 23: PMP - Wireless Settings .................................................................... 46

Figure 24: PMP - Link Configuration Screen....................................................... 47

Figure 25: PMP - Group Configuration Screen ................................................... 48

Figure 26: PMP - Connection Configuration Screen ........................................... 50

Figure 27: PMP - Links Browse Screen .............................................................. 52

Figure 28: PMP - Groups Browse Screen........................................................... 53

Figure 29: PMP - Connections Browse Screen................................................... 54

Figure 30: PMP - Link Statistics Screen.............................................................. 55

Figure 31: PMP - Group Statistics Screen .......................................................... 56

Figure 32: PMP - Connection Statistics Screen .................................................. 57

Figure 33: PMP - System Status Screen ............................................................ 58

Figure 34: PMP - Pass-through Only Deployment .............................................. 59

Figure 35: CLI - Connecting via Telnet ............................................................... 63

Figure 36: CLI - Recovering Lost IP Address...................................................... 80

Figure 37: Diag: - Saving Parameters in NVRAM ............................................... 81

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1.1 Safety Warnings

1. PoE power adapter caution:

Warning to Service Personnel: 48 VDC

Customer equipment including personal computers, routers, etc., must be

connected only to the INPUT (DATA) port on the PoE unit.

Only the outdoors Ethernet interface cable connecting to the AN-80i can be

safely connected to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector. Connecting

customer premises Ethernet equipment directly to the OUTPUT (DATA &

POWER) connector on the Power-over-Ethernet power adapter may damage

customer equipment.

2. Installation of the system must be contracted to a professional installer.

3. Read this user manual and follow all operating and safety instructions.

4. Keep all product information for future reference.

5. The power requirements are indicated on the product-marking label. Do not exceed

the described limits.

6. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Disconnect

the power before cleaning.

7. Disconnect power when unit is stored for long periods.

8. The AN-80i must not be located near power lines or other electrical power circuits.

9. The system must be properly grounded to protect against power surges and

accumulated static electricity. It is the user’s responsibility to install this device in

accordance with the local electrical codes: correct installation procedures for

grounding the AN-80i, mast, lead-in wire and discharge unit, location of discharge

unit, size of grounding conductors and connection requirements for grounding

electrodes.

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1.2 Important Warning Symbols

The following symbols may be encountered during installation or troubleshooting. These

warning symbols mean danger. Bodily injury may result if you are not aware of the safety

hazards involved in working with electrical equipment and radio transmitters. Familiarize

yourself with standard safety practices before continuing.

Electro-Magnetic Radiation High Voltage

1.3 Important Service Information

1. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify

any part of this device, as this action will void the warranty.

2. Locate the serial numbers and record these on your registration card for future

reference. Use the space below to affix serial number stickers. Also, record the MAC

address located on the AN-80i.

3. Redline does not endorse or support the use of outdoor cable assemblies: i) not

supplied by Redline, ii) third-party products that do not meet Redline's cable and

connector assembly specifications, or iii) cables not installed and weatherproofed as

specified in the Installation Guidelines manual (70-00073-01-XX). Refer to the

Redline Limited Standard Warranty and RedCare service agreements.

1.4 Lightning Protection

WARNING: The following notes are general recommendations for the system. The

wireless equipment should be installed by a qualified professional installer who must

follow local and national codes for electrical grounding and safety. Failure to meet safety

requirements and/or use of non-standard practices and procedures could result in personal

injury and damage to equipment. A direct lightning strike may cause serious damage

even if these guidelines are followed.

All outdoor wireless equipment is susceptible to lightning damage from a direct hit or

induced current from a near strike. Lightning protection and grounding practices in local

and national electrical codes serve to minimize equipment damage, service outages, and

serious injury. Reasons for lightning damage are summarized as:

a) Poorly grounded antenna sites that can conduct high lightning strike energy into

equipment.

b) Lack of properly installed lightning protection equipment that can cause equipment

failures from lightning induced currents.

A lighting protection system provides a means by which the energy may enter earth

without passing through and damaging parts of a structure. A lightning protection system

does not prevent lightning from striking; it provides a means for controlling it and

preventing damage by providing a low resistance path for the discharge of energy to

travel safely to ground. Improperly grounded connections are also a source of noise that

can cause sensitive equipment to malfunction.

A good grounding system disperses most of the surge energy from a lightning strike away

from the building and equipment. The remaining energy on the Ethernet cable shield and

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center conductor can be directed safely to ground by using a lightning arrestor in series

with the cable.

If you have determined that it is appropriate to install lightning protection for your

system, the following general industry practices are provided as a guideline only:

1. The AC wall outlet ground for the indoor POE adapter should be connected to the

building grounding system.

2. Install a lightning arrestor in series with the Ethernet cable at the point of entry to the

building. The grounding wire should be connected to the same termination point used

for the tower or mast.

3. Install a lightning arrestor in series with the Ethernet cable as close to the AN-80i as

practical. The grounding wire should be connected to the same termination point used

for the tower or mast.

4. Provide direct grounding from the AN-80i, the mounting bracket, the antenna, and the

Ethernet cable surge protection to the same ground bus on the building. Use the

grounding screws provided for terminating the ground wires.

1.5 FCC & IC Notice

1. The Model AN-80i and its antenna must be professionally installed.

2. WARNING -- FCC & IC RF Exposure Warnings

To satisfy FCC and IC RF exposure requirements for RF transmitting devices, the

following distances should be maintained between the antenna of this device and

persons during device operation:

Table 1: FCC & IC RF Recommended Safe Separation Distances

Frequency Separation Distance

5.4 GHz 40 centimeters or more

5.8 GHz 20 centimeters or more (PMP)

310 centimeters or more (PTP)

4.9 GHz FCC & IC APPROVALS PENDING

To ensure compliance, operation at closer than these distances is not recommended.

The antenna used for this transmitter must not be collocated in conjunction with any

other antenna or transmitter.

3. High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of

5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference

and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.

4. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.21 & 15.105:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is

operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

5. Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Redline

Communications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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6. Refer to FCC & IC Certified Antennas beginning on page 88 for a list of certified

antennas.

7. Where DFS is required by regional regulations, this function is permanently enabled

at the factory and can not be disabled by the installer or end-user.

1.6 UL Information

1. The suitability of the supplied Ethernet cable is subject to the approval of Authority

Having Jurisdiction and must comply with the local electrical code.

2. The equipment must be properly grounded according with NEC and other local safety

code and building code requirements

3. To meet the over-voltage safety requirements on the telecommunications cables, a

minimum 26 AWG telecommunication line cord must be used.

4. "Pour être en conformance avec les exigences finies de sûreté de sur-tension sur les

câbles de télécommunications un fil de télécommunication ayant un calibre minimum

de 26 AWG doit être utilisé."

5. Reminder to all the BWA system installers: Attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC

which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the

cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to

the point of cable entry as is practical.

6. AN-80i must be installed in compliance with relevant articles in National Electrical

Code-NEC (and equivalent Canadian Code-CEC) including referenced articles 725,

800 and 810 in NEC.

7. RF coaxial cable connecting an antenna to AN-80i must comply with the local

electrical code.

1.7 Product Information

Use the following table to record important system information:

Product Information

AN-80i SN: MAC Address

PoE SN: Model #:

Antenna Model No.: Antenna SN:

Serial Number Stickers

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Chapter

The Access Node 80i system is manufactured by Redline Communications -- a world

leader in design and production of Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) systems.

Figure 1: Intro - AN-80i Components

The AN-80i is a high-performance, high-speed wireless Ethernet bridge for use in a

commercial, industrial, business, or government environment. The system can operate

with a 4.9, 5.4, or 5.8 GHz radio (factory installed) using a time division duplexing

(TDD) RF transceiver to transmit and receive on the same RF channel. The main AN-80i

features include: advanced technologies to address inter-cell interference, enhanced

security features through a proprietary over-the-air encryption scheme, and Automatic

Transmitter Power Control (ATPC) to automatically achieve and maintain optimum

performance.

The AN-80i outdoor unit is housed in a weatherproof aluminum alloy case. The outdoor

unit can be used with a selection of available external antennas. When equipped with a

narrow beam antenna, the AN-80i supports long-range operations of over 50 miles (80

km) in clear line of sight (LOS) conditions. An indoor PoE power adapter provides

operational power for the AN-80i and connection to the Ethernet network.

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Each wireless link requires two AN-80i units. One AN-80i is configured as the PTP

Master (or PMP Sector Controller) and controls the wireless link. This function is

transparent to all Ethernet operations. The sector controller AN-80i uses a scheduled

request/grant mechanism to arbitrate requests for bandwidth from the remote unit --

providing non contention-based traffic with predictable transmission characteristics. The

remote AN-80i operates as a PTP Slave (or PMP Subscriber).

Figure 2: Intro - AN-80i with Integrated Antenna

2.1 Ethernet Port

The AN-80i receives DC power and exchanges data with the indoor network through the

Ethernet port. The AN-80i Ethernet port connects to the PoE Adapter using a

weatherproof Cat. 5e Ethernet cable. The Ethernet port is a female RJ-45 connector.

2.2 RF Port

The RF port is used to send and receive RF signal to/from the antenna. A short coaxial

cable is provided to connect the transceiver to an external antenna. The RF port is a

female N-type connector.

2.3 Mounting Brackets

There are two mounting brackets available for the AN-80i. The lightweight (two-point)

antenna bracket provides convenient mounting of one foot flat panel antennas. The

heavy-duty (four-point) antenna mounting bracket is available for mounting two foot flat

panel and parabolic antennas.

2.4 Grounding Connection

A ground-lug is provided on the AN-80i chassis. Use this connection to terminate a

grounding wire.

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2.5 Indoor Power Block (PoE Power Adapter)

The PoE power adapter provides operational power and connection to a local Ethernet

network.

Warning to Service Personnel: 48 VDC

Customer equipment including personal computers, routers, etc., must be

connected only to the INPUT (DATA) port on the PoE unit.

Only the outdoors Ethernet interface cable connecting to the AN-80i can be

safely connected to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector. Connecting

customer premises Ethernet equipment directly to the OUTPUT (DATA &

POWER) connector on the Power-over-Ethernet power adapter may damage

customer equipment.

Figure 3: Intro - Indoor Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Module

Important: PoE Adapter Type

Use the AN-80i only with CINCON PoE Adapter Model TR60A-POE-L.

Warning to Service Personnel: 48 VDC

Customer equipment including personal computers, routers, etc., must be connected

only to the INPUT (DATA) port on the PoE unit.

Only the outdoors Ethernet interface cable connecting to the AN-80i can be safely

connected to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector. Connecting customer

premises Ethernet equipment directly to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector

on the Power-over-Ethernet power adapter may damage customer equipment.

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2.6 Antenna Alignment

The AN-80i includes both an audible antenna alignment tool and a web-based alignment

tool to assist in pointing the antenna.

2.6.1 Web Page Alignment

The most reliable method for obtaining optimum performance from a wireless link is to

align the antenna to the position providing the highest RSSI value and the best SINADR

ratio.

The web page alignment tool provides continuous updates (1 second intervals) of the

measured RSSI (received signal strength indication) and SINADR (Signal to noise and

distortion ratio). This web page can be accessed from a laptop computer and most web-

enabled handheld devices.

Use the following URL to access the AN-80i alignment web page:

http:// [AN-80i IP Address] / usr / aa.html

For example:

http://192.168.20.30/usr/aa.html

2.6.2 Audible Alignment

The signal will sound infrequently when a low signal is detected, and more often as the

signal strength increases. The audible signal is enabled and disabled through the user

interface:

Web: See Antenna Alignment Buzzer Enable on page 22

Telnet: See buzzer in CLI Set commands on page 68

The audible antenna alignment tool provides only rough adjustment for the subscriber

antennas. It is recommended to monitor the RSSI measurements to achieve maximum

signal strength when performing fine adjustments to the subscriber antenna. Refer to the

AN-80i Installation Guidelines for detailed instructions.

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The Web Interface provides all required settings and statistics necessary to configure and

monitor the operation of the AN-80i using a standard web browser. An operator can

access and control the AN-80i remotely from any geographical location with HTTP

connectivity to that unit.

3.1 System Login

On the PC, open a browser (Internet Explorer 6 or higher recommended). For new

systems, enter the default IP address (192.168.25.2). The following dialog should be

displayed:

Figure 4: Web - Login Screen

System Users on page 35 for the factory default usernames and passwords.

If the IP address, username and/or password have been modified since installation,

contact the network administrator to determine the current settings. If the IP address, or

the user name and password cannot be determined. See section 6.2: Procedure to Restore

Factory Settings on page 80.

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3.2 System Menu

Following a successful login, the General Information screen is displayed. On the left is a

menu of all available screens. Point and click on the blue text of the menu to display that

screen.

Figure 5: Web - System Menu

The administrator (admin) has unrestricted access to all screens. All other users have

viewing access only. See 3.7: Users Management on page 34 for details.

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3.3 System Information

Click General Information to view the system overview screen (read-only). Refer to the

System Configuration screen for information about changing these settings.

Figure 6: Web - General Information Screen

General

System Name: User-assigned name for this AN-80i.

System Details: User-assigned system details information.

Contact: User-assigned contact information.

Hardware Version: Displays the hardware version of the AN-80i.

System Mode: The system designated as PTP Master establishes and manages the bi-

directional data link with a remote end AN-80i. Only one system in a wireless link must

be set for PTP Master mode.

PTP Master: AN-80i begins transmitting automatically, sends poll messages to

locate the remote AN-80i Slave, and negotiates operating settings for the link.

PTP Slave: AN-80i waits passively, monitoring the selected channel(s) until polled

by the PTP Master.

Software Version: Displays the software version in use.

Time Since System Start: Time since the system was last reset or powered-on.

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Ethernet

Ethernet MAC Address: Hardware (MAC) address of this AN-80i. This address is also

recorded on a label on the AN-80i chassis.

IP Address: User-assigned IP address of this AN-80i.

IP Subnet Mask: User assigned IP subnet mask.

Default Gateway Address: User-assigned IP address of the default router or gateway.

Wireless

RF Link Established: Status of the wireless link.

Yes - RF link successfully established with remote-end AN-80i.

No - RF link not established with remote-end AN-80i.

Uncoded Burst Rate: The current uncoded burst rate for the link.

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3.4 System Status

Click System Status in the menu to view system, Ethernet statistics, and wireless interface

statistics.

Figure 7: Web - System Status Screen

General information

System Name: Displays the user-assigned system name.

Software Version: Displays the software version in use.

RF Link Established: Status for the wireless link connection.

Yes - RF link has been successfully established with the remote-end AN-80i.

No - RF link has not been established with the remote-end AN-80i.

Uncoded Burst Rate: The negotiated uncoded burst rate (UBR) for the link.

System Mode: The PTP Master establishes and manages the wireless link with the

remote end AN-80i. Each wireless link must have only one PTP Master.

PTP Master: This unit begins transmitting automatically; sending poll messages to

the remote AN-80i and negotiating the UBR (modulation and coding) for the wireless

link.

PTP Slave: This unit waits passively, monitoring the selected channel(s) until polled

by the PTP Master.

RF Channel Frequency: User-assigned RF channel.

Tx Power: The current transmit power level. If ATPC is enabled, this value may be

different than the Tx Power setting in the System Configuration screen.

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Link Distance [Miles or Km]: Distance between wireless systems. This may be the

calculated or user-assigned distance (System Configuration screen).

Status Code: Code indicating the condition of the AN-80i system. Status indications are

specific for PMP and PTP operation.

Ethernet MAC Address: System hardware address. This is also printed on a label affixed

to the AN-80i.

IP Address: User-assigned IP address of the AN-80i.

IP Subnet Mask: User-assigned IP subnet mask.

Default Gateway Address: User-assigned IP for the default router or gateway.

Ethernet LAN Statistics

Rx Packets: Total packets received on the Ethernet port.

Rx Packets: Discarded: Total valid Ethernet frames received on the Ethernet port that are

discarded due to lack of buffer space.

Tx Packets: Number of packets transmitted on the Ethernet port (including Ethernet frames

and error correction bytes).

Wireless Statistics

Received Signal Strength: Min: Minimum measured RSSI value.

Received Signal Strength: Mean: Average measured RSSI value.

Received Signal Strength: Max: Maximum measured RSSI value.

SINADR: Average signal to interference, noise, and distortion ratio measured since the last

screen refresh.

Rx Packets: Total number of packets received over the wireless interface.

Rx Packets: Retransmitted Number of packets received over the wireless interface that

were retransmitted by the remote-end system (ARQ mechanism re-transmitting

unacknowledged packets).

Rx Packets - Discarded: Number of received packets discarded due to errors.

Tx Packets: Number of packets transmitted over the wireless interface.

Tx Packets - Retransmitted: Number of packets re-transmitted over the wireless interface

(ARQ mechanism re-transmitting unacknowledged packets).

Tx Packets: Discarded: Total number of packets transmitted over the wireless interface that

were not acknowledged (discarded by remote-end due to errors).

Controls

Reset Statistics: Click this button to zero the counters for the wireless and Ethernet LAN

Statistics displayed on this page.

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3.5 System Logs Screen

Click System Log in the menu to view the system activity and error messages recorded by

the AN-80i.

Figure 8: Web - System Log Messages

The following table provides a brief description of the key messages recorded in the logs

by the system.

Table 2: Web - System Log Messages

Log Message Description

1001 System Configuration Load: OK

1002 System Configuration Save: OK

1003 EEPROM Directory Load: OK

1004 EEPROM Directory Save: OK

1005 User Configuration Load: OK

1006 User Configuration Save: OK

1007 Network Configuration Load: OK

1008 Network Configuration Save: OK

1009 Network Configuration: OK

1010 Version Ctrl Data Load: OK

1011 Version Ctrl Data Save: OK

1012 System Description Load: OK

1013 System Description Save: OK

1014 Options Key Load: OK

1015 Options Key Save: OK

1016 Options Key Properties Load: OK

1017 Options Key Properties Save: OK

1018 Options Key Activated: OK

1019 Data server started: OK

1021 Upgrade: OK

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Table 2: Web - System Log Messages

Log Message Description

1023 Firmware configuration: OK

1026 Factory Data Save: OK

1029 HTTP(User Mgm): Chg User Attributes: OK

1030 SNMP Configuration Load: OK

1031 SNMP Configuration Save: OK

1032 SNTP: Time received: OK

1033 DFS: Event Detected

1033 MAC Initialization: OK

1034 DFS: Event Detected

1035 ID deleted: OK

1036 Restart freq scan (RSSI)

1037 Restart freq scan (TimeOut)

1038 Reg Req (step 1)

1039 Reg Req (step 2

1040 Reg Req (step 2)

1041 Restart freq scan (!act links)

1042 ID tables saved: OK

1043 ID defined: OK

1044 ID tables not changed: OK

1045 ID modified: OK

1046 RF frequency validation: OK

2001 System Configuration Load: ERROR

2002 System Configuration Save: ERROR

2003 EEPROM Directory Load: ERROR

2004 EEPROM Directory Save: ERROR

2005 User Configuration Load: ERROR

2006 User Configuration Save: ERROR

2007 Network Configuration Load: ERROR

2008 Network Configuration Save: ERROR

2009 Network Configuration: ERROR

2010 Version Ctrl Data Load: ERROR

2011 Version Ctrl Data Save: ERROR

2012 System Description Load: ERROR

2013 System Description Save: ERROR

2014 Options Key Load: ERROR

2015 Options Key Save: ERROR

2016 Options Key Properties Load: ERROR

2017 Options Key Properties Save: ERROR

2018 Options Key Activated: ERROR

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Table 2: Web - System Log Messages

Log Message Description

2019 No Options Key

2020 Fail to start the data server

2021 Data server

2022 Data server

2023 Upgrade client start: ERROR

2024 Upgrade in progress

2025 Upgrade: FAIL

2026 Upgrade: ERROR

2028 Factory Data Corrupted (use fallback values)

2028 TFTP: ERROR

2029 Firmware configuration: ERROR

2031 Factory Data Save: ERROR

2034 HTTP(User Mgm): Invalid password

2035 HTTP(User Mgm): Invalid User

2036 HTTP(User Mgm): Chg User Attributes: ERROR

2037 SNMP Configuration Load: ERROR

2038 SNMP Configuration Save: ERROR

2039 Invalid Options Key

2039 SNTP: Time received: ERROR

2040 MAC Initialization: ERROR

2041 MAC Busy

2042 ID database corrupted

2043 Invalid ID

2044 Max. ID number reached

2045 Int Procs programming: ERROR

2046 Int Procs starrt: ERROR

2047 ID action not possible

2048 ID validation: ERROR

2049 HW validation: ERROR

2050 FTP: ERROR

2051 RF frequency validation: ERROR

2099 UNKNOWN MESSAGE

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3.6 System Configuration Screen

Click Configure System in the menu to view and adjust configuration settings for general

system identification, Ethernet, and the wireless interface.

Figure 9: Web - System and Network Configuration Screen

Ethernet Configuration

System Name: Enter the name for this AN-80i. The name can be any combination of

letters and numbers.

System Details: Enter additional descriptive details about this AN-80i. The description

can be any combination of letters and numbers.

System Location: Enter additional descriptive details about this AN-80i. The description

can be any combination of letters and numbers.

Contact: Enter additional descriptive details about this AN-80i. The description can be

any combination of letters and numbers.

IP Address: Enter the IP address for this AN-80i. The IP address is routable through the

Ethernet port and over the wireless interface.

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IP Subnet Mask: Enter the IP subnet mask.

Default Gateway Address: Enter the IP address of the default gateway or router on the

Ethernet segment connected to the AN-80i Ethernet port.

Flow Control Enable: Check this box to enable flow control functions (802.3x) on

the AN-80i Ethernet port. Enabling this feature allows the AN-80i to request Ethernet

devices to pause transmissions during busy periods.

Prioritized Low Latency Mode Enable: Check this box to enable priority handling

of 802.1p tagged traffic. When enabled, this ensures prioritized traffic is transmitted with

the lowest achievable latency, even under conditions of high IP data traffic loading.

Table 3: Configuration - 802.1p Priority Settings

Priority Setting

Highest 6, 7

4, 5

0, 3, no tag

Lowest 1, 2

SNTP Enable: Check this box to enable the SNTP protocol support. This feature

allows AN-80i systems to time-stamp log messages using a network time server. When

enabled, you must enter the network address of the SNTP server in the SNTP Server IP

Address field.

SNTP Server IP Address: Enter the network address of the SNTP server. Valid only

when the SNTP Enable field is checked.

Polling Interval: Enter the SNTP polling interval (hours).

Time Zone (GMT): Enter the hours offset from GMT for this time zone. Valid only

when the SNTP Enable field is checked.

Syslog Enable: Check this box to enable the Syslog protocol support. This feature

allows AN-80i log messages to be saved in a central repository. When enabled, you must

enter the network address of the Syslog server in the Syslog Server IP Address field.

Syslog Server IP Address: Enter the network address of the Syslog server. Valid only

when the Syslog Enable field is checked.

Ethernet Mode: Select the operating mode of the Ethernet port.

Auto - Auto-negotiate the speed connection speed.

10 - Operate at 10Base-T only.

100 - Operate at 100Base-T only.

HD - Operate at half-duplex only.

FD - Operate in full duplex only.

Important: The auto-negotiate feature does not detect the speed and duplex of

manually set Ethernet equipment. The auto-negotiate feature works correctly only

when both communicating Ethernet devices are configured for auto-negotiate. Duplex

mismatches may result in an unexpected loss of communications.

HTTP Enable: Check this box to enable the HTTP (Web) interface. If the option is

deselected, only CLI commands will be available.

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Telnet Enable: Check this box to enable a Telnet access (CLI) to the AN-80i. Refer to

the CLI commands in CLI Interface on page 62.

Telnet Port: Enter Telnet port address (default is 23).

SNMP Enable: Check this box to enable the Simple Network Management Protocol

(SNMP) agent. When this item is checked, click on the blue text [Configure SNMP]

adjacent to the check box to display the SNMP Configuration screen.

Mgmt. Tag Enable: Check this box to enable VLAN tagged traffic.

The Mgmt Tag Enable setting is disabled (factory default) when shipped from the factory

or following a long-reset operation. In this mode the PTP Master and PTP Slave can be

managed through the local Ethernet port using untagged traffic. Over-the-air management

is possible only after creating a pass-through group and pass-through connections for

each PTP Slave.

When Mgmt Tag Enable is enabled, this PTP Master or PTP Slave can be managed only

using VLAN traffic tagged with the value specified in the Mgmt. VID field. Over-the-air

management is possible only after creating a VLAN tagged group and VLAN tagged

connections for each PTP Slave.

It is recommended to create and test a VLAN group for tagged management traffic before

activating the Mgmt Tag Enable function. Set the associated QoS and priority values to

ensure management traffic has adequate priority and bandwidth during system operation.

Mgmt. VID: Enter the VLAN ID. When Mgmt. Tag Enable is selected, the system

recognizes only management commands with this VLAN ID.

Important: The VLAN network support should be verified before enabling this feature

to ensure the AN-80i system will be reachable using the VLAN tagged traffic.

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Wireless Configuration

Use settings on the following screen to configure the AN-80i wireless interface.

Figure 10: Web - Wireless Configuration Screen

RF Freq. [MHz]: Enter the center frequency for the RF channel. This setting must be

identical for both AN-80i systems operating as a wireless link. The options key controls

channel availability. Refer to Table 47: Spec. - Regional Identification Codes on page 90

for available channels. Use the Autoscan feature to enable use of multiple channels.

When the Auto Scan field is not checked, the PTP Slave will only register with a PTP

Master operating at the frequency specified in the RF Freq. [MHz] field.

Important: To minimize interference, the channel frequencies for AN-80i links

operating in close proximity should be separated by a minimum of the channel size in

use (to avoid overlapping bands).

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Auto scan: Check this box to enable the PTP Slave automatically scan available

channels to locate and register with an AN-80i PTP Master. When the Auto Scan field is

checked, click on the blue text [Frequency Ranges] adjacent to the check box to display

the Frequency Management screen. Up to 32 frequency ranges may be specified.

Frequency ranges may be entered on the PTP Master and the PTP Slave. Settings entered

on the PTP Master will be downloaded and used by the PTP Slave.

Figure 11: Web - Wireless Configuration Screen

Add Frequency Range

Begin: Enter the lower limit of the frequency scan interval (MHz). The scan interval must

be a subset of the region frequency range.

End: Enter the upper limit of the frequency scan interval (MHz). The scan interval must

be a subset of the region frequency range.

Add: Click to check the range settings and add these to the Local Frequency Range list

(if valid). To save changes to non-volatile memory, return to the Configuration Screen

and click the Save button at the bottom of the screen.

Delete Frequency Range

Index: Select the index value for the scan interval delete from the Local Ranges table.

Delete: Click the Delete button to permanently remove the selected scan interval.

Local Frequency Ranges:

These are the (optional) scan intervals for this PTP Slave. The last settings saved in non-

volatile memory will be loaded when the PTP Slave is rebooted.

Remote Frequency Ranges:

When settings are displayed in this table, the frequency scan intervals have been

downloaded from the PTP Master. Setting scan intervals in the PTP Master is optional.

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When present, these settings override the local settings and are used whenever the PTP

Slave has deregistered and is scanning for a PTP Master. This list is not saved

permanently, and is discarded when the PTP Slave is rebooted.

Reload: Display the saved (Local) scan intervals.

Save: Click to verify the range settings, and if valid, add these to the Local Frequency

Range list. An event message will be entered in the system log indicating the results of

the test.

Important: Clicking the Save button does not save changes to non-volatile memory. To

permanently save changes, click Save at the bottom of the System Configuration

screen.

Test: Click to check the range settings and add these to the Local Frequency Range list

(if valid). This action does not save the changes to non-volatile memory.

Operating Notes

If no scan intervals are defined, the PTP Slave will scan all frequency ranges for the

enabled region. If scan intervals are defined, only the listed channels will be scanned for

a PTP Master. If the PTP Slave checks all scan intervals three times without locating and

registering with a PTP Master, the scanning mode is changed to include all frequency

ranges for the enabled region (until registration or reboot).

The PTP Master can also be programmed with a list of scan intervals. When the PTP

Slave registers with a PTP Master that has frequency ranges defined, the list is

transmitted to the PTP Slave and is displayed as Remote Frequency Ranges. When

present, the scan intervals in the Remote Frequency Ranges table are used exclusively

during autoscan (Local Frequency Ranges are ignored). The Remote Frequency Ranges

remain in effect until the PTP Slave is rebooted.

Tx Power [dBm]: Enter the transmit power level (dBm). This setting is for the

transceiver output only. The actual EIRP depends on the gain of the connected antenna.

Important: Where required by local regulations, the maximum operational power per

channel for a specific antenna must not exceed the maximum allowable EIRP levels.

Refer to the FCC and CE notices in this manual. The RF output power settings must be

professionally programmed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

See Table 4: Web - Max. Power (in dBm) and Modulation to determine the maximum

transmit power level available at each modulation setting. When ATPC is enabled, the Tx

power will be automatically adjusted to achieve optimum performance.

Table 4: Web - Max. Power (in dBm) and Modulation Settings

Modulation BPSK QPSK 16 QAM 64 QAM

Code Rate 1/2 3/4 1/2 3/4 1/2 3/4 2/3 3/4

Max Tx Power 20 20 20 20 20 20 17 17

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DFS Action: Select the mode of operation for DFS.

The system set to PTP Master monitors for interference from radar devices and other

equipment using the same channel frequency. When interference is detected, the system

automatically takes the action selected using the drop-down menu.

None: The DFS function is disabled.

Tx Off: Transmission is disabled when radar signals are detected. This action is

recorded in the message log and an SNMP trap message is sent (if SNMP enabled).

Following an interval of thirty minutes, the same channel is monitored for one minute

and if there are no DFS triggering events, the system resumes normal operation. If

DFS trigger conditions are still detected, operation is suspended for an additional

thirty minutes. This cycle continues until no DFS trigger events are detected or the

operator manually reconfigures the system.

Chg Freq: Relocate transmission to an alternative frequency immediately when radar

signals are detected. This action is recorded in the message log and a trap message is

sent (if SNMP enabled).

The new channel is selected based on allowable frequencies for the regulatory region

of that installation. The channel is monitored for one minute before the system is

allowed to transmit. If DFS triggering events are detected, the next available channel

is selected and monitored. The system is not allowed to return to a channel on

which DFS trigger events were detected for a period of thirty minutes. If DFS trigger

events are detected on all channels, operation is suspended until the thirty-minute

time interval expires for at least one channel.

Important: Where DFS is required by regional regulations, this function is

permanently enabled at the factory and can not be disabled by the installer or end-user.

Antenna Gain: Enter the gain (dBm) for the system antenna.

It is important that the Antenna Gain setting matches the actual antenna gain. If the

antenna gain is set higher than the true antenna gain, the system is less sensitive to

detecting interference, and is not operating in compliance with the UK/ETSI standard. If

the antenna gain is set lower than the true antenna gain, the system is more sensitive to

interference and this may result in false DFS triggers.

ATPC Enable: Check this box to enable the AN-80i to monitor the received signal

and request that the remote system adjustment its transmit level for optimum

performance. The ATPC feature must be enabled on both AN-80i units.

Important: When ATPC is enabled, best results are obtained by enabling adaptive

modulation.

Adaptive Modulation: Check this box to enable the AN-80i to automatically adjust

the transmission modulation and code settings to achieve the highest UBR that will

operate with a packet error rate (PER at layer 2) of less than 1x10e-6. If the PER exceeds

1x10e-6, the AN-80i automatically adjusts the modulation and code settings downwards

(i.e., from 16 QAM 3/4 to 16 QAM 1/2) to operate at a lower UBR where the PER is

acceptable. When disabled, the modulation and code settings are entered manually using

the Uncoded Burst Rate setting. See Table 4: Web - Max. Power (in dBm) and

Modulation.

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Modulation Reduction Level: Enter the number of modulation/coding levels to step

down during re-transmission of errored wireless packets. Each step down lowers the

UBR. The level can be set from 0 to 7 (recommended value = 2).

Uncoded Burst Rate [Mb/s]: Select the desired UBR for the link. If Adaptive

Modulation is disabled, the AN-80i will transmit using only the specified settings. See

Table 4: Web - Max. Power (in dBm) and Modulation.

Channel Width [MHz]: Select the channel bandwidth. Refer to Table 47: Spec. -

Regional Identification Codes on page 90 for available channel widths.

Ethernet Follows Wireless: Check this box to have the AN-80i disable and enable the

Ethernet port function based on the status of the wireless interface. This feature allows

switches and routers to trigger configuration changes based on changes to the AN-80i

Ethernet port status.

Disabled ( ): The AN-80i Ethernet port is always enabled.

Enabled ( ): The Ethernet port is controlled based on the status of the wireless

interface. See the following table.

Table 5: Web - Ethernet Status Indication

Configuration Setting Wireless interface Status Ethernet Port Status

Ethernet Follows Wireless Link Up Enabled

Link Down Disabled

Important: The Ethernet Follows Wireless setting affects all data and management traffic

(HTTP, TELNET, and SNMP). While activated, it is not possible to manage the AN-80i

using the Ethernet port.

Ethernet follows wireless timeout [sec]: Enter the period (in seconds) the Ethernet port

will remain disabled following loss of connectivity on the wireless interface. Following

this interval, the Ethernet port will be automatically re-enabled to allow management of

the AN-80i.

Important: When Ethernet Follows Wireless Timeout is enabled, external switches/routers

monitoring the Ethernet port must be programmed to not switch automatically when

the Ethernet port function is restored -- the wireless interface may not be operational.

System Mode: Set the operating mode for each AN-80i system.

PTP Master: This unit begins transmitting automatically; sends poll messages to the

remote AN-80i, and negotiates the wireless link.

PTP Slave: This unit waits passively, monitoring the selected channel(s) until polled

by the PTP Master, and participates in negotiating the wireless link.

Software Version: Select the version of system software to load when the AN-80i is

rebooted. The system holds two independent software images.

Encryption Type: Select an encryption type for data transmitted over the wireless

interface. When encryption is enabled, no Ethernet packets can be transferred over-the-air

unless encryption is enabled on the remote-end AN-80i, and the correct Encryption Key

is entered on both AN-80i units.

None: Encryption is disabled.

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Redline 64-bit: Redline proprietary encryption scheme, compatible with AN-50e.

AES 128-bit: Advanced Encryption Standard using 128-bit encryption.

AES 192-bit: Advanced Encryption Standard using 192-bit encryption.

AES 256-bit: Advanced Encryption Standard using 256-bit encryption.

Encryption Key: The key is used to encrypt data in a way that can be decoded by the

remote-end AN-80i. Enter the MAC address of the communicating AN-80i.

Link Name: Enter the name to be used for both the local and remote-end system. A PTP

wireless link can be established only between a pair of AN-80i systems where the Link

Name field setting is identical. This feature ensures that on power-up, reboot, or auto

scan (following deregistration or DFS event), wireless links will only register with

designated remote-end units.

Important: To establish a PTP wireless link between an AN-50e and AN-80i system,

the AN-80i Link Name field must be blank (delete all characters).

Link Length Measurement Mode: Select the mode for setting/measuring the distance

between this and the remote-end AN-80i.

Auto: Distance is calculated automatically by the AN-80i.

Manual: Enter the link distance manually in the Link Length field.

Link Length: Enter the actual length of the path that the radio wave travels between the

two AN-80i units. The link length is used to calculate the transmission-to-response

interval and reject reflections of the transmitted signal. This setting is valid only when the

Link Length Mode is set to Manual.

Link Length Measurements Unit: Select the units for the Link Length field.

Mile: Link length distance is displayed in miles.

Km: Link length distance is displayed in kilometers.

Antenna Alignment Buzzer Enable: Check this box to enable the antenna alignment

audible tone generator in the transceiver. The rate of the tone is proportional to the

receive signal strength (faster = stronger signal).

Radio Enable: Check this box to enable the radio transmitter. If this box is unchecked

(), it will not be possible to establish a wireless link.

Controls

Save: Click to save settings currently displayed in the configuration screen. Changes to

some parameters cause a system reset when the Save button is selected.

Test: Click this button to load the current settings displayed in the configuration screen.

The AN-80i will operate with these settings for a period of five minutes. During the 'test'

period, you may click the Save button at any time to save this configuration permanently

(also terminating the five minute timer). If the Save button is not selected, the previous

saved settings are reloaded.

System Reboot: Click this button to immediately reboot the AN-80i. All statistics

counters are reset.

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3.7 Users Management

Click Users Management in the left hand menu to display the System Password screen.

This screen allows the operator to modify the system passwords.

The AN-80i supports two groups of users: admin and user. See Table 7: Web - Default

System Users on 35 for the factory default login values. See Table 6: Web - Screens and

User Access on page 35 for permissions associated with each group.

Important: There must always be at least one 'administrator' account active on the

AN-80i. You can not manage the AN-80i if all accounts are 'user'.

Figure 12: Web - System Password Screen

Change User Settings

Use this dialog to change the settings for an existing user.

User name: Select an existing user to be modified.

Group: Select the group to be associated with this username.

New Password: Enter the new password for this user.

Confirm Password: Re-enter new password for this user.

Admin Password: Enter the administrator password (security feature).

Change: Click the Change button to make these changes effective.

Add User

Use this dialog to add a new user.

User name: Enter a name for the new user (15 characters max.).

Group: Select a group for the new user.

New Password: Enter a password for the new user (15 characters max.).

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Confirm Password: Re-enter the password for the new user.

Admin Password: Enter the administrator password (security feature).

Add: Click the Add button to make these changes effective.

Delete User

Use this dialog to delete an existing user.

User name: Select an existing user.

Admin Password: Enter the administrator password (security feature).

Del: Click the Del button to make these changes effective.

Group Permissions

The following table lists the permissions associated with each group.

Table 6: Web - Screens and User Access

Screen Admin

Access User

Access Description

General Information X X View general system identification and

configuration settings.

System Status X X View system information, Ethernet statistics, and

wireless statistics.

System Log X X View the system status messages recorded by

the AN-80i.

Configure System X View and adjust configuration system, IP

address, management, and wireless settings.

Upload Software X Upload a new software binary file.

Users Management X

X Change your login password.

Add and delete users.

Product Options X View and change the product options key.

Spectrum Sweep X Scan a range of frequencies to detect other RF

sources (interference).

Links X Display user-defined Links.

Groups X Display user-defined Groups.

New Link X Create a new Link.

New Group X Create a new Group.

New Connection X Create a new Connection.

Save X Save changes to ID table (Links, Groups, etc).

Clear All X Clear all entries in the ID table.

The following table lists the default login names and passwords.

Table 7: Web - Default System Users

Group User Name Default Password

user user user

admin admin admin

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3.8 AN-80i Product Options Screen

Click Product Options in the left hand menu to display the Product Options screen. The

options keys (a string of numbers, letters, and dashes) enable AN-80i features including

the maximum uncoded burst rate and frequency ranges (region codes). Options key are

unique to a specific AN-80i (keyed to MAC address).

At least one valid permanent options key must be purchased and installed before the AN-

80i is placed in-service. A second options key (permanent or temporary key) may be

added to trial new options without deleting the current key.

Important: If the AN-80i is placed in-service without first entering a purchased

permanent Options Key -- you will experience a service outage on the wireless link.

Figure 13: Web - Product Options Screen

Options Key 1: Enter a valid permanent or temporary options key.

Options Key 2: Enter a valid permanent or temporary options key.

Active Options Key: The Active Options Key field selects the preferred key. If valid, the

selected key will be activated immediately when the Activate button is clicked. This

selection is not affected by switching software versions. If the selected key expires (temp)

or the mode is changed (PTP/PMP) the AN-80i will switch to the standby key (if valid).

Important: If the active options key is a temporary key -- always enter and activate a

purchased permanent options key before the temporary key expires -- otherwise you

will experience a service outage on the wireless link.

Activate: Click the Activate button to validate, save, and activate new options keys or

changes to the Active Options Key setting. All keys are validated when the Activate

button is clicked. Invalid keys are discarded and an error message is recorded in the event

log. If two keys are entered in the same session (before clicking Activate), values are

saved only if both keys are valid.

Notes:

1. Keys are shared between PMP and PTP operation.

2. PTP mode has the following restricted operation when both options keys are invalid: 10 MHz

channel, 3 Mbps UBR, DFS permanently enabled, region based common frequency range,

no enhanced options (i.e., AES).

3. A valid options key must be entered to enable PMP mode operation.

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3.9 Upload Software

Click Upload Software in the left hand menu to display the Upload Software screen. This

screen is used to upgrade the AN-80i with new software. The AN-80i contains non-

volatile storage for two versions of the software. The upload overwrites the non-

operational (unselected) version.

Figure 14: Web - Upload Software Screen

TFTP Server IP Address: Enter the IP address of the computer with the software

upgrade file. This computer must be running a TFTP server.

Software File Name: Name of the software binary file (including file extension).

Upgrade Steps

Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) is used to upload the new software image file from

your computer to the AN-80i. A TFTP server software must be installed and running on

the computer you are using to upload the new software file. In addition, the AN-80i

software binary file must be located in the default upload directory for the TFTP server.

1. Enter the IP Address of the computer running the TFTP server.

2. Enter the full name of the binary file (including the .bin extension).

3. Click the Upload File button to begin the file transfer. The upgrade file size is

approximately two Megabytes and takes a minimum of two to four minutes to

transfer. Slower network connections may take longer -- do not interrupt the transfer

process.

4. When the file transfer is complete, the AN-80i verifies the integrity of the new

software file. If errors were introduced during the transfer process, the software file is

rejected and a warning message is registered in the event log, and you must repeat the

upload.

5. When the transfer has completed successfully, use the System Configuration screen to

select which software version to load on the next system reboot (does not switch

automatically following upload).

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3.10 SNMP Settings Screen

Click Configure SNMP (blue text) on the System Configuration screen to view and edit the

SNMP settings. The hyperlink appears only if the SNMP Enable box is checked.

The SNMP protocol allows an application to interrogate the AN-80i for information

saved in the MIB an to change enabled fields within the MIB. When the SNMP Agent in

the AN-80i detects an error condition, a special message known as a trap can be sent (if

enabled). A Trap Host is an IP system/server that is set up to receive SNMP trap

messages. The SNMP Configuration screen displays a list of the current communities.

The Chg buttons can be used to add, edit, or delete community settings.

Figure 15: Web - SNMP Configuration Screen

SNMP Community Management

Community Name: Displays the SNMP community name for each entry (maximum of

eight entries).

Access: Displays the access permissions for each SNMP community.

None: Deny read and write permission for this community.

Read: Grant read access permission only for this community. Deny write permission.

Write: Grant write access permission only for this community. Deny read

permission.

Read&Write: Grant read and write access permission for this community.

Chg: Click the Chg button to modify the settings for the adjacent entry.

Save Comm: Click the Save Comm button to save changes to the community settings.

SNMP Traps Management

IP Address(IPv4): IP address associated with this SNMP alarm.

Port: Destination port address associated with this SNMP alarm.

Community: Community associated with this SNMP alarm.

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Chg: Click the Chg button to modify the settings for the adjacent entry.

SNMP Traps Enabled: Check this box to enable SNMP traps to be sent. If the box is

not checked, all SNMP traps are disabled.

Link Up/Down Trap Enabled: Check this box to enable an SNMP trap to be generated

for each link up and link down event.

Save Traps: Click the Save Traps button to save changes to the SNMP trap settings.

3.10.1 Change SNMP Community

Each entry in the SNMP Community Management table may be changed individually.

Click the Chg button adjacent to any entry to modify the settings.

Figure 16: Web - SNMP Community Configuration Screen

Index: Display the unique reference number for this entry.

Community Name: Enter or modify the SNMP community name for this entry.

Access Rights: Select the access permissions for this entry.

None: Deny read and write permission for this entry.

Read: Grant read access permission only for this entry. Deny write permission.

Write: Grant write access permission only for this entry. Deny read permission.

Read&Write: Grant read and write access permission for this entry.

Change Community: Click the Change Community button to copy these settings to the

community settings table. This action does not permanently save changes. To save

changes to the community settings you must also click the Save Comm button in the

SNMP Configuration screen.

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3.10.2 Change SNMP Trap Configuration

Each of the eight entries in the SNMP Traps Management table may be changed

individually. Click the Chg button to modify the settings for the adjacent entry.

Figure 17: Web - SNMP Trap Configuration Screen

Index: Display the table position number for this entry. Position 0 is the first entry.

IP Address: Enter the IP address (IPv4) associated with this SNMP alarm.

Port: Enter the destination port address associated with this SNMP alarm.

Community Name: Enter the SNMP community name for this entry.

Change Trap: Click the Change Trap button to copy these settings to the community

settings table. This action does not permanently save changes. To save changes to the

SNMP trap settings you must click the Save Traps button in the SNMP Configuration

screen.

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3.11 Spectrum Sweep

Click Spectrum Sweep in the left hand menu to display the Spectrum Sweep configuration

screen. The spectrum sweep feature is an off-line RF survey tool to detect interference

and evaluate spectrum availability. Configurable survey parameters include the high and

low frequency limits, the step size, and the number of samples at each step. The output

graph displays the maximum (red) and average (blue) RSSI for each step.

Figure 18: Web - Spectrum Sweep Screen

Start Frequency (MHz): Enter center frequency of the lowest channel to be scanned.

See Table 47: Spec. - Regional Identification Codes on page 90.

End Frequency (MHz): Enter center frequency of the highest channel to be scanned. See

Table 47: Spec. - Regional Identification Codes on page 90.

Step (MHz): Enter the frequency step (MHz) to use when scanning from the lowest to

the highest frequency. The step selection must be a multiple of 2.5 MHz (i.e., 2.5, 5, etc).

No. of acquisitions: Enter the number of times the frequency will be sampled at each

step. The recommended range is 10 to 100 samples. When a potentially clear channel is

identified, reduce the frequency range and step size while increasing the sample size to

monitor the channel over a longer period.

Start: Left-click the Start button to begin the scan.

Performing a Sweep

The PTP Master or PMP Sector Controller transmitter is automatically disabled during

the spectrum scan. If the scan is being performed from a PTP Slave or PMP Subscriber,

the transmitter on the remote AN-80i for this link should be disabled for the duration of

the test. Use the configuration Test feature (system configuration screen) to remotely

(over-the-air) disable the remote transmitter for 5 minutes (uncheck the Radio Enable

field) and then recover automatically.

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Table 8: Web - Performing a Spectrum Sweep

Setting Description

System Mode:

PTP Slave / PMP

Subscriber

No action required: Remote end will remain passive during sweep.

System Mode:

PTP Master /PMP

Sector Controller

Use Web/CLI to disable radio on remote-end. Use 'test' function to

save and remote end will restore radio operation automatically after

5 minutes.

Figure 19: Web - Spectrum Sweep Results

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4.1 Introduction

This section describes only the additional parameters required for configuring PMP

support, and an overview about defining and using VLAN and pass-through groups.

The AN-80i PMP software provides the following main features:

- IEEE 802.1Q standard compliance

- VLAN Groups span subscribers

- Multiple VLAN Connections per subscriber

- Multiple TLS transport based on VLAN ID classification

- QoS provisioning with individual CIR setting per connection

- VLAN trunking with tag insert/delete/re-map

- VLAN tagged management traffic

4.2 PMP Menu

The following menu items are available for configuring and monitoring the PMP

functions. See Table 7: Web - Default System Users on page 35 for the factory default

usernames and passwords.

Figure 20: PMP - Main Menu

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4.3 Functional Description

4.3.1 Overview

The AN-80i can operate as a VLAN-aware wireless switch, as a standard wireless bridge

(pass-through mode), or a combination of both. The following figure illustrates a simple

pass-though configuration. This configuration does not use VLAN tagging or filter the

Ethernet traffic.

Figure 21: PMP - Basic Pass-through Group Configuration

The following diagram illustrates a network implementation using two VLAN groups.

The packets tagged with VID=107 are classified as data traffic, while the packets tagged

with VID=108 are classified as voice traffic.

Figure 22: PMP - VLAN Tagged Traffic Example

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4.3.2 Minimum Setup Requirements

A minimum set of parameters must be configured to enable data and management traffic

on any PMP deployment:

1. Create one or more Links to identify each subscriber in the sector, and set the wireless

link operating characteristics, including the maximum uplink and downlink

modulation.

2. Create one or more Groups (VLAN or pass-through) and set the operating

characteristics of this group.

3. Create one or more Connections (to Groups) for each subscriber, to assign membership

to at least one Group.

The following table provides a summary of the configuration shown in the pass-through

configuration diagram above. The actual Group ID and Link ID values are not available

until these items have been created during configuration of the system. This configuration

passes all data traffic as a standard PMP configuration.

Table 9: PMP - Basic Pass-Through Group Settings

Group Configuration

(Sector Controller) Connection Configuration

(Subscriber)

Group

Name Port

Tagging

Group

VID Connection

Name Port

Tagging

Link

Group

Connection

VID

SC-1 Pass

Through

NA SS-1 Pass

Through

[L-1] [SC-1] NA

SS-2 Pass

Through

[L-2] [SC-1] NA

Notes: 1. The Group ID, Conn ID, and Link ID values are assigned automatically and

must be read from the screen after items are created.

2. The QoS settings must be determined using the PMP Configuration Tool.

4.3.3 Packet Classification

The AN-80i PMP deployment can be configured for use with VLAN tagged traffic,

untagged traffic, or a combination these two types. Ingress packets received on the

Ethernet port are classified into tagged or pass-through groups according to the criteria in

the following table. The Group settings apply to packets processed at the sector controller,

while Connection settings apply to packets processed at the subscriber.

Table 10: PMP - Packet Classification

Type Description

Tagged

Traffic

Packet has a VLAN tag and there is a Group/Connection configured for this VID.

Sector Controller: Packets are forwarded over the wireless link to all subscribers

with Connections to this VLAN Group.

Subscribers: Packets are forwarded to the sector controller. The sector

controller forwards the packets to the local Ethernet port and

subscribers with Connections to this VLAN Group.

Pass-

Through

Traffic

The packet does not have a VLAN tag, or no Group/Connection exists for this VID.

If a pass-through Group has not been defined, unclassified packets are discarded.

If a pass-through Group has been defined, classified packets are forwarded based

on the rules for tagged traffic. The packet VLAN information is not modified.

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4.4 PMP Screens

This section describes the configuration screens used to setup a PMP deployment.

4.4.1 Configuration Screen

Click Configure System in the menu to view and adjust configuration settings for general

system identification, Ethernet, and the wireless interface (partial screen shown below).

The highlighted wireless settings are specific to PMP deployments.

Figure 23: PMP - Wireless Settings

System Mode: The system designated as sector controller establishes and manages the

bi-directional data link with a remote end AN-80i. Only one system in a wireless link

must be set for Sector Controller mode.

PTP Sector Controller: AN-80i begins transmitting automatically, sends poll

messages to locate remote AN-80i subscribers, and negotiates operating settings for

the link.

PTP Subscriber: AN-80i waits passively, monitoring the selected channel(s) until

polled by the PTP Sector Controller.

Registration Period: The polling period for detecting new subscribers. Period is based

on the number of wireless frames transmitted. Permitted values are 1 to 400. The

recommended default registration period is 4.

Max. Distance [km]: Enter the distance to the subscriber located farthest away from the

sector controller (outer boundary of sector). This parameter is used to optimize

communications with the subscribers.

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4.4.2 Link Screen

Click New Link in the menu to add a new subscriber and choose the wireless parameters.

Figure 24: PMP - Link Configuration Screen

Link Name: Enter a name for this Link (15 characters max.). This Link name is displayed

with the Link ID on information and statistics screens.

Link ID: (Read only) A unique Link ID is generated automatically when a new link is

added.

Peer MAC: Enter the MAC address of the subscriber station. The sector controller only

registers a subscriber station if the MAC address has been entered using the link

configuration screen.

Max. DL Burst Rate: Select the downlink burst rate for unicast traffic from the sector

controller to the subscriber (based on link budget calculations).

Max UL Burst Rate: Select the uplink burst rate for unicast traffic from the subscriber to

the sector controller (based on link budget calculations).

Table 11: PMP Maximum Achievable UBR

Uncoded Burst Rate (Mbps) SINADR (dB)

54 25

48 23

36 18

24 15

18 11

12 9

9 9

6 7

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4.4.3 Group Screen

Click New Group in the left-hand menu to display a blank Group configuration screen. The

Group configuration defines how Ethernet packets are handled on the sector controller. A

Group must be created for each VLAN to be transported across the wireless interface.

Figure 25: PMP - Group Configuration Screen

Group

Group Name: Enter a name for this Group (15 characters max.). The Group name is

displayed on configuration and statistics screens.

Group ID: (Read only) A unique Group ID is generated automatically when a new Group

is created. The Group ID number is required when associating Connections to this Group.

Group Tagging Mode: Select the packet processing performed at the sector controller.

Packets are forwarded unicast (known address) or multicast (unknown address). Further

processing is performed at the subscriber based on the Connection configuration.

Tagged: Select tagged to associate a unique VID with this Group.

Packet received at sector controller Ethernet interface:

A packet with this VID has the matching (outermost only) VLAN tag removed. The

packet is forwarded over the wireless to all subscribers in this Group.

Packet received at sector controller wireless interface (from subscriber):

The packet belonging to this Group is forwarded unmodified over the wireless to all

subscribers belonging to this Group.

If the sector controller Ethernet port is enabled, a VLAN tag is added (outermost) and

set to the VID (Group VLAN ID field) for this Group and the packet is forwarded to

the sector controller Ethernet Port.

Pass-through: Select pass-through to create a Group to process all packets that do not

have a VLAN ID, or the outermost VLAN ID tag does not match the VLAN ID for

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any Group. Only one pass-through Group can be defined for each sector controller. If a

pass-through Group is not configured, all untagged packets received at the sector

controller Ethernet ingress port are discarded.

Packet received at sector controller Ethernet interface: The packet is forwarded

unmodified over the wireless to all subscribers in this Group.

Packet received at sector controller wireless interface (from subscriber): The packet is

forwarded unmodified over the wireless to all subscribers in this Group.

If the sector controller Ethernet port is enabled, the packet is also forwarded to the

sector controller Ethernet port.

Group VLAN ID: Enter the VID associated with this Group definition.

This field is used only when 'Tagged' is selected in the Group Tagging Mode field.

Default Priority: Enter the default 802.1p priority setting.

The default priority setting is used only when the Group Tagging Mode is set to 'pass-

through' mode and the associated Connection Tagging Mode is set to 'Tagged'. The Group

Default Priority value is used when adding the 802.1Q tag (Connection VLAN ID) to the

packet being forwarded.

SC Ethernet Enable: Controls the sector controller Ethernet port.

Check this box to allow ingress and egress data traffic on the sector controller Ethernet

interface. Uncheck this box ( ) to block all data traffic on the sector controller Ethernet

interface. The sector controller Ethernet port remains available for management traffic.

SS To SS Multicast Enable:

Check this box to enable group multicast traffic between subscribers.

Uncheck this box ( ) to block all multicast traffic between subscribers.

Wireless Traffic Parameters

Changes to these settings affect the CIR and PIR for all groups and connections on the

wireless link.

Group QoS Level: This setting represents the range of CIR available to Group members

for downlink multicast/broadcast traffic.

It is strongly recommended to calculate the Group QoS Level using the Redline AN-80i

PMP Configuration Tool -- the Group QoS level can be read from the QoS column in the

Group ID Configuration section. To manually determine this setting, identify the member

Link having the lowest UBR and calculate the Group QoS Level using the formula: Burst

Rate - 1. A zero setting disables all DL broadcast and multicast traffic for this group.

Rate: Enter the maximum downlink burst rate for this Group.

It is recommended to use the 'auto' setting where the AN-80i selects the most reliable

rate. To manually determine this value, identify the Group member having the lowest DL

burst rate, and then set the Rate using the formula: Max DL Burst Rate - 1. For applications

requiring a higher broadcast/multicast rate (e.g., video), a higher setting can be used at

the risk of less reliable retransmissions.

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4.4.4 Connection Screen

Click New Connection in the left-hand menu to display a blank Connection configuration

screen. To view an existing Connection, click Groups or Links, and then click Expand to

display the Connections for that Group/link, and then click Config for the desired

Connection. At least one Connection must be created for each VLAN to be transported

across the wireless switch. The Connection configuration defines how Ethernet packets are

handled on the subscribers. Each subscriber can participate in multiple VLANs.

Figure 26: PMP - Connection Configuration Screen

Connection Configuration

Connection Name: Enter a name for this Connection (15 characters max.). The Connection

name is displayed on configuration and statistics screens.

Connection ID: (Read only) A unique Connection ID is generated automatically when a

new link is created. The Connection ID number is required when assigning this Connection

to a Group.

Connection Tagging Mode: Select the packet processing at the subscriber.

Tagged: Select tagged to associate a unique VID with this Connection. Further

processing is performed at the sector controller based on the Group configuration

associated with this Connection.

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Packet received at subscriber Ethernet interface:

Each packet with this VID (Connection VLAN ID field) has the matching VLAN tag

(outermost only) removed and is forwarded over the wireless interface to the sector

controller.

Packet received at subscriber wireless interface (from sector controller):

A VLAN tag is added (outermost) and set to the VID (Connection VLAN ID field) for

this Connection. The packet is forwarded to the subscriber Ethernet port.

Pass-through: Select pass-through to create a Connection to process all untagged

packets and packets where the outermost VLAN ID tag does not match the VID

(Connection VLAN ID field) for with this Connection. Only one pass-through

Connection can be defined for each subscriber. If a pass-through Group is not

configured, all untagged packets received at the subscriber Ethernet ingress port are

discarded.

Packet received at subscriber Ethernet interface:

The packet is forwarded unmodified over the wireless to the sector controller.

Packet received at subscriber wireless interface (from sector controller):

The packet is forwarded unmodified to the subscriber Ethernet port.

Connection VLAN ID: Enter the VLAN ID tag associated with this Connection

definition. This field is used only when 'Tagged' is selected in the Connection Tagging

Mode field.

Default priority: Enter the default 802.1p priority setting.

The default priority setting is used only when the Connection Tagging is set to 'pass-

through' mode and the associated Group Tagging Mode is set to 'Tagged'. The Connection

Default Priority value is used when adding the 802.1Q tag (Group VLAN ID) to the

packet being forwarded.

Parent Link ID: Enter the Link ID for this Connection. This is the unique identification

value created automatically when the subscriber Link was added. See Links List below.

Links List: Click this text (right side of screen) to display a list of existing Link IDs.

Parent Group ID: Enter the Group ID for this Connection. This is the unique identification

value created automatically when the subscriber Link was added. See Groups List below.

Groups List: Click this text (right side of screen) to display a list of existing Group IDs.

Wireless Traffic Parameters

The sector controller allocates bandwidth for all subscribers using the Weighted Round

Robin algorithm with the combined total of all QoS levels acting as weights. The

aggregate QoS settings affect packet delay and jitter values for the entire sector.

It is strongly recommended to calculate DL QoS and UL QoS levels using the Redline AN-

80i PMP Configuration Tool -- the QoS levels for each Connection can be read directly

from the QoS column in the Connection ID Configuration section. To manually determine

these settings, identify the maximum UL and DL burst rate for the associated Link and

calculate the highest available level using the formula: Burst Rate - 1.

DL QoS Level: Enter the UBR for downlink unicast traffic for this connection.

UL QoS Level: Enter the UBR for uplink unicast traffic for this connection.

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4.5 Browse Screens

4.5.1 Links Screen

Click Links in the menu to display the links browse screen. This is a list of all configured

wireless links.

Figure 27: PMP - Links Browse Screen

ID: Unique number identifying each link.

Name: User-assigned name for each link.

Config: Click Config on any line to display the Link Configuration screen associated with

that Link.

Status: Click Status on any line to display the Link Statistics screen associated with that

Link. This includes uplink and downlink statistics for the link.

Expand: Click Expand on any line to display the Connections browse screen showing all

Connections associated with that Link.

Delete: Click Delete on any line to delete that Link. A link can not be deleted until all

Connections referencing this link are deleted.

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4.5.2 Groups Screen

Click Groups in the menu to display the Groups browse screen. This is a list of all

configured Groups.

Figure 28: PMP - Groups Browse Screen

ID: Unique number identifying each Group.

Name: User-assigned name for each Group.

Config: Click Config on any line to display the Group Configuration screen associated with

that Group.

Status: Click Status on any line to display the Group Statistics screen associated with that

Group. This includes uplink and downlink statistics for the Group.

Expand: Click Expand on any line to display the Connections browse screen showing all

Connections associated with that Group.

Delete: Click Delete on any line to delete that Group. A Group can not be deleted until all

Connections referencing this Group are deleted.

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4.5.3 Connections Screen

The Connections browse screen is accessible only from the Groups or Links browse

screens. Click Groups or Links in the menu and then click Expand for any Group or Link.

Figure 29: PMP - Connections Browse Screen

ID: Unique number identifying each Connection.

Name: User-assigned name for each Connection.

Group: Click the Group number (i.e., 4) on any line to display the Group associated with

this Connection.

Link: Click the link number (i.e., 5) on any line to display all Connections configuration

for that link.

Config (Configure): Click Config on any line to display the Link configuration screen for

that item.

Status (Statistics): Click Status on any line to display uplink and downlink statistics for

that Connection.

Expand: Click Expand on any line to display the Connections browse screen.

Delete (Delete): Click Delete on any line to delete that Connection.

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4.6 Statistics Screens

4.6.1 Link Statistics

The Link Statistics screen is accessible only from the Links browse screen. Click Links in

the menu and then click Status to display the statistics screen.

Figure 30: PMP - Link Statistics Screen

General

Link Name: User-assigned name for this link.

Link ID: Unique number identifying this link.

Peer MAC: MAC Address of the subscriber.

Active: Indicates if wireless link is operational (Active=YES).

Link Up Time: Total time the wireless link has been operational.

Link lost Count: Number of times link has been out of service.

Status Code: Code indicating the condition of the AN-80i system. Status indications are

specific for PMP and PTP operation.

Configured Connections: The number of Connections configured on this link.

Wireless

The following statistics are displayed for both uplink and downlink.

Burst Rate: The current uncoded burst rate for the link.

RSSI: RSSI measured since the last screen refresh.

SINADR: Average signal to interference, noise, and distortion ratio measured since the last

screen refresh.

Lost Frames: Number of frames lost.

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Blocks

Blocks Total: Total number of blocks retransmitted over the wireless interface.

Blocks Retransmitted: Number of blocks retransmitted over the wireless interface.

Blocks Discarded: Number of blocks discarded (could not be sent over the wireless).

Controls

Refresh: Click Refresh to update the statistics display.

4.6.2 Group Statistics

Use the Group statistics screen to view statistics for all downlink traffic on Connections to

this Group. Click Groups in the menu to display the Groups browse screen. Click Status to

display downlink statistics for the selected Group.

Figure 31: PMP - Group Statistics Screen

General

Group Name: Name assigned to this Group.

Group ID: Unique numeric identifier for this Group.

Packet (Downlink)

Packets Discarded: Number of Ethernet packets discarded (could not be sent over the

wireless interface).

Packets Transmitted: Number of Ethernet packets transmitted over the wireless interface.

Packets Received: Number of Ethernet packets received over the wireless interface.

Controls

Reset: Click Reset to zero the statistics values.

Refresh: Click Refresh to update the statistics display.

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4.6.3 Connection Statistics

Use the Connection statistics screen to view statistics for all uplink and downlink traffic

on the selected Connection. Click Groups in the menu to display the Groups browse screen.

Click Expand to display a list of Connections. Click Status to display statistics for the

selected Group.

Figure 32: PMP - Connection Statistics Screen

General

Name: Name assigned to this Connection.

ID: Unique numeric identifier for this Connection.

Packet

Packets Discarded: Number of Ethernet packets discarded (could not be sent over the

wireless interface).

Packets Transmitted: Number of Ethernet packets transmitted over the wireless interface.

Packets Received: Number of Ethernet packets received over the wireless interface.

Controls

Reset: Click Reset to zero the statistics values.

Refresh: Click Refresh to update the statistics display.

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4.6.4 System Status - PMP Wireless Statistics

Click System Status in the menu to view system, Ethernet statistics, and wireless interface

statistics. The sector controller status screen includes information about the PMP

deployment.

Figure 33: PMP - System Status Screen

Configured Stations: This is the number of Links defined (to subscribers).

Configured Connections: The number of Connections defined for all subscribers.

Active Wireless Links: The number of registered subscribers.

Active Wireless Connections: The number of connections to registered subscribers.

For all other statistics, refer to Wireless Statistics on page 21.

4.7 Quick Configuration Guide

This procedure is to aid configuring point-to-multipoint (PMP) operation on AN-80i

systems. For complete installation and operational procedures. refer to the AN-80i System

User Manual, the AN-80i Quick Install Guide, and the Installation Guidelines provided

on CD-ROM.

The VLAN tagging feature allows the user to configure and operate an AN-80i

deployment as a VLAN-aware wireless switch. A 'group' is created at the sector

controller for each VLAN to be transported, and 'connections' are added to enable data

flow with any subscriber station participating in that VLAN. If VLAN is not required, a

default group and set of connections must be setup to define the traffic characteristics.

Prior to completing this setup, no Ethernet data traffic can be transmitted over the

wireless interface.

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Figure 34: PMP - Pass-through Only Deployment

The procedures provided below include steps to setup a basic working configuration for

initial testing, and then to introduce VLAN traffic controls.

4.7.1 Configure Pass-Through Operation

For initial installation and testing, it is recommended to setup a PMP configuration

without VLAN support. Use the following steps to configure a PMP pass-through link.

Step 1: Create New Link for Each Subscriber

1. Click New Link to display the Link Configuration screen.

2. Enter a unique name for this link in the Link Name field.

3. Enter the MAC address of the subscriber station in the Peer MAC field.

4. Enter the UBR for this link (based on link budget calculations).

5. Use the default values for all other fields.

6. Click the Apply button to save and activate these settings.

7. Repeat steps 1 - 6 for each subscriber station.

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Step 2: Create Single Pass-through Group

1. Click New Group to display the Group Configuration screen.

2. Enter a unique name for this group in the Group Name field.

3. Set the Group Tagging Mode to Pass-through.

4. Check the SC Ethernet Enable box .

5. Set the Group QoS value for sending multicasts (i.e., 5). A value of zero (0) disables all traffic.

6. Use the default values for all other fields.

7. Click the Apply button to save and activate these settings.

Step 3: Create Connections

1. Click New Connection to display the Connection Configuration screen.

2. Enter a unique name for this connection in the Connection Name field.

3. Set the Connection Tagging Mode to Pass-through.

4. Enter the Link ID of a subscriber station in the Link ID field.

5. Enter the Group ID in the Group ID field.

6. Set the DL QoS Level and UL QoS Levels. Default values are MAX Burst Rate Value - 1. A

value of zero (0) disables all traffic.

7. Click the Apply button to save and activate these connection settings.

8. Repeat steps 1 - 7 to add a connection for each subscriber station.

Step 4: Save Configuration

Click Save in the left-hand menu to permanently save all settings. The system will pass all tagged

and untagged data and management traffic.

The following table provides sample settings for a pass-though group at the sector controller and

connections to two subscriber stations.

Table 12: PMP - Basic Pass-Through Group Configuration Settings

Group Configuration (SC) Connection Configuration (SS)

Group

Name Group

Tagging

Mode

Group

VLAN

Connection

Name Connection

Tagging

Mode

Link

Group

Connection

VLAN ID

SC-1 Pass

Through

NA SS-1 Pass

Through

[L-1]* [SC-1]* NA

SS-2 Pass

Through

[L-2]* [SC-1]* NA

*The group ID and link ID are numbers generated automatically by the AN-80i.

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4.7.2 VLAN Configuration

Use these steps to convert the system from pass-through operation to VLAN tagged connections.

Step 1: Change Group to VLAN Tagged

1. Click Groups to display the Groups Configuration screen.

2. Click Config to edit the Group configuration.

3. Set the mode to Tagged in the Group Tagging Mode field.

4. Enter the VID for this group in the Group VLAN ID field.

5. Click the Apply button to save and activate these settings.

Step 2: Change Connections to VLAN Tagged

1. Click Groups in the menu to display the Groups Configuration screen.

2. Click Expand to view all connections for that Group.

3. Choose a connection and click Config to edit the Connection Configuration.

4. Set the mode to Tagged in the Connection Tagging Mode field.

5. Enter the VLAN ID for this connection in the Connection VLAN ID field.

6. Click the Apply button to save and activate these settings.

7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each Connection in the Group.

Step 3: Save Configuration

Click Save in the left-hand menu to permanently save and activate all settings. The system will

now pass only VLAN tagged traffic.

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This section describes the procedures for configuring and operating the AN-80i using

CLI over a Telnet Connection.

5.1 CLI Command Summary

All commands are case-sensitive. Use the following general format:

command <Enter>

Online help is available for all commands, and the Tab key can be used for auto-complete

functions. The following table lists all AN-80i commands available from root mode

(default mode when you login).

Table 13: CLI - Command Summary

PTP PMP Command Description

√ √ chgver Change the default version of software and reboot the

AN-80i.

√ clear Clear commands.

√ del Delete an ID

√ enable Enable an ID

√ freq Enter frequency ranges for autoscan and DFS

√ √ get Display the value of a statistic or read-only parameter

(i.e., MAC).

√ load Load commands.

√ new Create a new ID

√ ping Send a ping message from the AN-80i system.

√ √ reset Reset the AN-80i statistics values.

√ √ save Save the selected configuration settings (i.e., SNMP

settings)

√ script Generate a configuration script.

√ √ set View/modify a system parameter value.

√ √ show View system compound objects (i.e., configuration

settings).

√ √ snmpcommunity View/modify the SNMP community settings.

√ √ snmptrap View/modify the SNMP trap settings.

√ √ test Activate edited changes to the system configuration for

a test period of five minutes.

√ √ upgrade Upload a software binary image to the AN-80i.

√ √ user View/modify the user/password configuration.

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PTP PMP Command Description

Tab When entering a command, hit the Tab key at any time to perform

auto-complete or view available options.

√ √ ? Use the '?' character to display help for any command or mode.

Example: From the root directory, enter the following command to

list all parameters that can be changed using the 'set' command:

set ?

√ √ CTRL-Z Return to root mode.

Cancel command entry (alternative to backspace delete).

√ √ exit

Return to parent node / mode.

all (exit all) Return to root mode.

√ √ logout Terminate this telnet session. May be entered from any mode.

5.2 Connecting with Telnet

To connect to the AN-80i, open a Telnet session to the IP address of the AN-80i. On a

Windows™ PC, open the Run command and type 'telnet' followed by the IP address of

the AN-80i. When the command prompt screen appears, login to the AN-80i. The AN-

80i may now be controlled using a set of CLI commands.

Figure 35: CLI - Connecting via Telnet

The system will logout users automatically if no commands are received (idle) for five

minutes. To exit immediately from the CLI, type the following command:

logout [ENTER]

5.3 CLI Command Set

5.3.1 Chgver

Use the chgver command to change the software version to loaded when you reboot the

AN-80i. Also see the Get command 'swver'.

Table 15: CLI - chgver

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ √ Enter this command to toggle between software versions. The setting will

alternate between the two banks of memory (no parameters).

chgver <Enter>

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5.3.2 Clear

Use the clear command to delete all IDs from an ID table.

Table 16: CLI - clear

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ clear

idtable - Clear all the IDs

5.3.3 Del

Use the del command to delete a specific ID.

Table 17: CLI - del

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ del

<id> - [id number]

5.3.4 Enable

Use the enable command to re-enable a specific ID (that was disabled).

Table 18: CLI - enable

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ enable

<id> - [id number]

5.3.5 Freq

Use the freq command to configure frequency ranges when using autoscan or DFS.

Table 19: CLI - enable

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ freq

add Add a frequency range (up to 32 ranges).

<begin> - start frequency (MHz)

<end> - end frequency (MHz)

del Delete a frequency validation range

<index> - Frequency validation range index

print Print the list of frequency validation ranges.

Local frequency ranges:

reload Reload the active list of frequency validation ranges.

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5.3.6 Get

Use the get command to view system parameters. Use the following general format to

view a parameter:

get [field] <Enter>

Table 20: CLI - get

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ calcdst: Calculated link distance between units.

√ √ erxpkt: Number of Ethernet packets received.

√ √ erxpktd: Number of Ethernet packets received that were discarded.

√ √ etxpkt: Number of Ethernet packets transmitted.

√ √ mac: AN-80i MAC address.

√ √ radiotype: Radio type.

√ √ rffreq: Current RF frequency setting.

√ rflink: Status of the RF link.

√ √ rfstatus: Status RF transmitter.

√ rssimax: Maximum RSSI.

√ rssimean: Mean RSSI.

√ rssimin: Minimum RSSI.

√ sinadr: Ration of signal to interference + noise.

√ √ swver: List the downloaded software versions.

√ √ sysuptime: Display the time since the last reboot.

√ √ txpower: Current Tx power setting.

√ ubrate: Current UBR value.

√ wrxpkt: Number of wireless packets received.

√ wrxpktd: Number of wireless packets received that were discarded.

√ wrxpktr: Number of wireless packets that were retransmitted.

√ wtxpkt: Number of wireless packets transmitted.

√ wtxpktd: Number of wireless packets transmitted that were discarded.

√ wtxpktr: Number of wireless packets that were retransmitted.

√ activeids: Number of active IDs.

√ activelinks: Number of the active links.

√ boardtype: Board type.

√ dldpkt: Downlink discarded packets counter.

√ dlrpkt: Downlink Rx packets counter.

√ dltpkt: downlink Tx packets counter.

√ idenable: ID status.

√ lactive: Link active status.

√ ldlblk: Downlink total blocks counter.

√ ldlbr: Downlink burst rate.

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√ ldldblk: Downlink discarded blocks counter.

√ ldllfr: Downlink lost frames counter.

√ ldlrblk: Downlink retransmitted blocks counter.

√ ldlrssi: Downlink RSSI.

√ ldlsnr: Downlink SINADR.

√ llostc: Link lost Connection counter.

√ lrcon: Number of link registered Connections.

√ lscode: Link status code.

√ lulblk: Uplink total blocks counter.

√ lulbr: Uplink burst rate.

√ luldblk: Uplink discarded blocks counter.

√ lullfr: Uplink lost frames counter.

√ lulrblk: Uplink retransmitted blocks counter.

√ lulrssi: Uplink RSSI.

√ lulsnr: Uplink SINADR.

√ luptime: Link up-time.

√ regconn: Number of configured Connections.

√ regstations: Number of configured stations.

√ uldpkt: Uplink discarded packets counter.

√ ulrpkt: Uplink Rx packets counter.

√ ultpkt: Uplink Tx packets counter.

√ werxpkt: Wireless Eth Rx packets counter.

√ werxpktdis: Wireless Eth Rx discarded packets counter.

√ werxpkterr: Wireless Eth Rx packets with errors counter.

√ wetxpkt: Wireless Eth Tx packets counter.

√ wetxpktdis: Wireless Eth Tx discarded packets counter.

√ wetxpkterr: Wireless Eth Tx packets with errors counter.

5.3.7 Load

Use the load command to load an ID table from non-volatile memory.

Table 21: CLI - load

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ load

idtable - Load all IDs from saved (FLASH) memory.

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5.3.8 New

Use the new command to create a new link, group, or connector ID.

Table 22: CLI - new

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ new

<id_type> - [link | group | conn]

5.3.9 Ping

Use the ping command to initiate an ICMP ping command from the AN-80i.

Table 23: CLI - new

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ ping

<address> - Target IP address

<count> - Number of ICMP packets to send [1..16].

5.3.10 Reset

Use the reset command to set all AN-80i statistics values to zero.

Table 24: CLI - reset

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ √ stats: Reset the AN-80i statistics counters.

reset stats <Enter>

5.3.11 Save

Use the save command to copy edited parameter settings into non-volatile memory.

save [option] <Enter>

Table 25: CLI - save

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ √ config: Save Ethernet, wireless, and user configuration settings.

snmp: Save SNMP settings.

defaultconfig: Overwrite parameters with the factory default settings. The

following settings are not affected: system name, location, details and contact,

frequency list, SNMP configuration, IDs table (PMP only).

5.3.12 Script

Use the script command to save a file containing a string of CLI commands that can be

used to restore the current (active) configuration of the AN-80i.

Table 26: CLI - script

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ script

<server> - [server IP address]

<name> - [script file name]

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5.3.13 Set

Use the set command to view and/or change a parameter.

View a parameter:

set [field] <Enter>

Change a parameter:

set [field] [value] <Enter>

Table 27: CLI - set

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ activekey: Current active options key.

<active_idx> - [ 0 | 1]

√

adaptmod: Enable or disable the adaptive modulation function.

off - Disable

on - Enable

When enabled, the AN-80i will automatically change the modulation to the

highest setting that can sustain a packet error rate lower than 1x10e-6. If the

packet error rate exceeds 1x10e-6, the system automatically steps down

modulation/code rate (i.e., from 16 QAM 3/4 to 16 QAM 1/2 ) to maintain the

wireless link quality.

√ antgain: Enter value for antenna gain (dBi).

When DFS is enabled, it is important that the Antenna Gain setting matches the

true antenna gain. If the antenna gain is set higher incorrectly, the AN-80i is

less sensitive to detecting interference, and is not operating in compliance with

the UK/ETSI standard.

√ atpc: Enable or disable the ATPC function. Both AN-80i units monitor Rx signal

and automatically adjust the Tx level of the transmitting system to optimize

system performance. The ATPC feature must be enabled on both ends of the

link.

off - Disable

on - Enable

This mode can be changed only if allowed by the options key. If the options key

does not allow changes: 1) value is specified by the options key, 2) executing a

set command for this field will generate an error message.

√ √ autoscan: Enable or disable the Autoscan function.

off - Disable

on - Enable

When enabled, the PTP Subscriber (system mode) AN-80i automatically scans

available channels to locate the current operating frequency of the PTP Sector

Controller system. Executing a set command this field on a PTP Sector

Controller will generate an error message.

√ bsporten: Sector controller Ethernet port enable.

<id> - [id number]

√ √ buzzer: Enable or disable the audible alignment buzzer.

off - Disable

on - Enable

When enabled, the rate of the tone is proportional to the receive signal strength

(faster = stronger signal).

√ √ chwidth: Enter the channel bandwidth in MHz. Valid entries are 10, 20, and 40.

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PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ congid: Connection's group ID.

<id> - [id number]

√ conlid: Connection's Link ID.

<id> - [id number]

√ conpri: Connection priority.

<id> - [id number]

√ convid: Connection VLAN ID.

<id> - [id number]

√ conviden: Connection VLAN enable.

<id> - [id number]

√ dfsaction: Select the mode of operation for DFS. The system set to master-

mode monitors for interference from radar devices and other equipment using

the same channel frequency. When interference is detected, the system

automatically takes the action selected using the drop-down menu:

<action> - [none=0 | txoff=1 | chgfreq=2]

None: The DFS function is disabled.

Tx Off: Transmission is immediately disabled when radar signals are

detected. This action is recorded in the message log and an SNMP trap

message is sent (if SNMP enabled).

Chg Freq: Relocate transmission to an alternative frequency immediately

when radar signals are detected. This action is recorded in the message

log and a trap message is sent (if SNMP enabled).

√ dlqos: Downlink QoS.

<id> - [id number]

√ dlrate: Downlink rate.

<id> - [id number]

√ dst: Enter the actual length of the path that the wave travels in order to

establish the link. Units are defined by dstmu setting.

This value is used to calculate the transmission-to-response interval and

disregard reflections of the transmitted signal. Used only if dstmod is set to

'manual'.

√ dstmode: Select the mode for determining the distance of the wireless link.

auto: Distance is calculated automatically by the AN-80i.

manual: Operator enters link distance.

√ dstmu: Select the measurement unit for the link length (dstmode).

mile - dstmode units are miles

km - dstmode units are kilometers

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PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ efw: Enable or disable the Ethernet Follows Wireless function.

off - Disable

on - Enable

When Ethernet Follows Wireless is enabled the Ethernet port status is

controlled to reflect the status of the wireless interface. When the AN-80i

detects that the wireless interface has failed (or is manually disabled), the local

Ethernet port is immediately disabled. The Ethernet port is enabled when the

AN-80i registers on the wireless link.

√ efwtimeout: Enter the period (in seconds) the Ethernet port will remain

disabled following loss of connectivity on the wireless interface. Following this

interval, the Ethernet port will be automatically re-enabled to allow

management of the AN-80i.

√ encmode: Enable or disable the encryption function.

off - Disable

on - Enable

If encryption is enabled, the correct encryption keys must be entered on both

communicating systems.

√ enckey: Enter the encryption key. If encryption is enabled, the correct

encryption keys must be entered on both communicating systems. Used only if

encmode is set to 'on'.

√ √ ethmode: Enter the Ethernet speed and duplex setting.

auto - Auto-negotiate

10hd - 10Base-T Half Duplex

10fd - 10Base-T Full Duplex

10hd - 100Base-T Half Duplex

100fd - 100Base-T Full Duplex

√ exit: Exit from the current mode (go up one level).

√ √ flowctrl: Enable or disable the flow control function. The Flow control feature

enables the AN-80i to request other Ethernet devices to pause transmission

during busy periods.

off - Disable

on - Enable

√ √ gateway: Enter the IP address of the default gateway on this segment.

√ √ gmt: Enter the time offset from GMT (i.e., -5 for EST).

√ grppri: Group priority.

<id> - [id number]

√ grpqos: Group QoS.

<id> - [id number]

√ grprate: Group rate.

<id> - [id number]

√ grpvid: Group VLAN ID.

<id> - [id number]

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PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ grpviden: Group VLAN enable.

<id> - [id number]

√ √ http: Enable or disable the HTTP function. When disabled, the Web interface

will not be available.

off - Disable

on - Enable

√ idname: ID name.

<id> - [id number]

<name> - <id name> - maximum 15 characters

√ lkname: Link name.

<name> - <id name> - maximum 15 characters

√ √ ipaddr: Enter the IP address and subnet mask of the AN-80i.

Address - IP Address

Mask - Subnet Mask

Yes - Confirmation to proceed

√ maxdst: Maximum distance to a subscriber [Km].

<distance> - Maximum distance from SC to SS [Km].

√ √ maxtxpower: Enter the Tx power level (dBm).

This setting is for the transceiver output only. The actual EIRP depends on the

gain of the connected antenna. See

ETSI Certified Antennas on page 87 for a list the maximum transmit power

setting based on the antenna gain for a series of frequency settings. The

maximum value for this field is determined by the options key.

√ mgmtag: Management VLAN enable.

<mode> - [on | off]

√ mgmvid: Management VLAN ID.

<vlan_id> - <VLAN ID>

√ mrate: Enter the maximum uncoded burst rate (Mbps). Entry values are

dependant on the channel bandwidth (chwidth).

10 MHz: 3, 4.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24 or 27

20 MHz: 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48, or 54

40 MHz: 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 72, 96, or 108

The maximum value for this field is determined by the options key.

√ √ netmask: Enter the IP netmask.

√ √ optionskey: Enter the options key string.

<kIdx> - Index of the options key [0 | 1]

<kStr> - [<options_key_string>]

√ peermac: Peer MAC address.

<id> - [id number]

√ pllm: Enable or disable prioritized low latency mode;

off - Disable

on - Enable

√ √ radio: Enable or disable the radio transmitter.

off - Disable

on - Enable

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PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ ratedif: Enter the number of modulation levels to step down during re-

transmission of errored wireless packets. The level can be set from 0 to 7

(recommended value = 2).

√ regper: Frames number between registrations.

<frames> - The number of frames between registrations [4..100].

√ √ rffreq: Enter the center frequency for the RF channel. When operating multiple

links in close proximity, channel frequencies should be separated by a

minimum of the channel size to minimize interference. For example, when

operating in with 20 MHz channels, the separation must be greater than 20

MHz.

√ √ snmp: SNMP enable setting.

off - Disable the SNMP agent.

on - Enable the SNMP agent.

√ √ snmptraplink: Enable or disable sending an SNMP trap message for each

link-up and link-down event.

<setting> - [on | off]

√ snmptraps: Status of the SNMP traps flag.

<mode> - [on | off]

√ snmptraps: Enable or disable sending all SNMP traps.

<setting> - [on | off]

√ √ sntp: SNTP enable setting.

off - Disable SNTP protocol support.

on - Enable SNTP protocol support.

√ √ sntpip: Enter the SNTP server IP address. Valid only if sntp is enabled.

√ √ sntppoll: Enter the interval to synchronize with the sntp server.

<polltime> - SNTP polling interval [hours].

√ sstoss: Status of packet routing between SSs.

<id> - [id number]

<mode> - <on/off> - Route broadcast packets from SS to SS

√ √ syscontact: Enter additional descriptive details about this AN-80i. The

description can be any combination of up to 20 letters and numbers.

√ √ sysdescr: Enter descriptive details about this AN-80i. The description can be

any combination of up to 20 letters and numbers.

√ √ sysloc: Enter descriptive details about the location of this AN-80i. The

description can be any combination of up to 20 letters and numbers.

√ √ syslog: Syslog enable setting.

off - Disable syslog server protocol support.

on - Enable syslog server protocol support.

√ √ syslogip: Enter the syslog server IP address. Valid only if syslog is enabled.

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PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ √ sysmode:

PTP Operation:

ptpsector controller - The sector controller (base station) begins

transmitting automatically; sending poll messages to locate the

remote subscribers (ptpsubscriber).

ptpsubscriber - Subscriber waits passively, monitoring the selected

channel(s) until polled by the ptpsector controller (base station).

PMP Operation:

pmpsc - The sector controller (base station) begins transmitting

automatically; sending poll messages to locate the remote

subscribers (pmpss).

pmpss - Subscribers wait passively, monitoring the selected channel(s)

until polled by the pmpsc (sector controller).

<SysMode> - [pmpss | pmpsc]

√ √ sysname: Enter the name for this AN-80i. The name can be any combination

of up to 20 letters and numbers.

√ √ telnet: Enable or disable the Telnet port. If the Telnet port is disabled, it will not

be possible to use the CLI interface.

off - Disable

on - Enable

Changes to this field are effective only following reboot.

√ √ telnetport: Enter Telnet port address (default is 23).

√ ulqos: Uplink QoS.

<id> - [id number]

√ ulrate: Set the uplink rate.

<id> - [id number]

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5.3.14 Show

Use the show command to display system statistics.

show <Enter> Change to 'show' mode.

show [field] <Enter> Display values for the selected parameter.

Table 28: CLI - show

PTP PMP Description

√ config: list all system configuration information.

Example:

192.168.25.2(show)# config

System Information:

sysname = 1234567890

sysdescr = b

sysloc = c

syscontact = d

Ethernet Configuration:

ipaddr = 192.168.25.2

netmask = 255.255.255.0

gateway = 192.168.25.1

flowctrl = Off

sntp = On

sntpip = 192.168.25.1

sntppoll = 24

gmt = +0:00

syslog = Off

syslogip = 192.168.25.1

ethmode = auto

http = On

telnet = On

telnetport = 23

snmp = On

snmptraps = On

snmptraplink = On

mgmtag = Off

mgmvid = 0

Wireless Configuration:

rffreq = 5610.0

autoscan = Off

maxtxpower = 15

chwidth = 20 MHz

sysmode = pmpsc

swver = 10.00.027 (other: 2.00.004)

buzzer = On

regper = 18

maxdst = 2

radio = Off = 2

radio = Off

√ conns: list all Connections.

<id> - [id number]

Example:

192.168.25.2(show)# conns 14

27 SS-001-Data Conn

√ groups: list all Groups.

Example:

192.168.25.2(show)# groups

14 Data Group

15 Voice Group

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√ idtable: list all system IDs.

Example:

192.168.25.2(show)# idtable

ID Name Type Status

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

4 Link Not Enabled

5 Link Not Enabled

14 Data Group Enabled

15 Voice Group Enabled

24 Conn Not Enabled

25 Conn Not Enabled

26 Subscriber-001 Link Enabled

27 SS-001-Data Conn Enabled

28 SS-001-Voice Conn Enabled

√ links: list of links.

Example:

192.168.25.2(show)# links

26 Subscriber-001 Link

√ √ log: list the system log.

Example:

192.168.25.2(show)# log

000d, 00:00:00 1005 - User Configuration Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1016 - Options Key Properties Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1014 - Options Key Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1018 - Options Key Activated: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1001 - System Configuration Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1030 - SNMP Configuration Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1012 - System Description Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1007 - Network Configuration Load: OK

000d, 00:00:00 1010 - Version Ctrl Data Load: OK

000d, 00:00:02 1009 - Network Configuration: OK

000d, 00:00:11 1023 - Firmware configuration: OK

000d, 00:00:26 1033 - MAC Initialization: OK

000d, 00:13:29 2039 - SNTP: Time received: OK

000d, 02:15:00 1006 - User Configuration Save: OK

√ √ snmp: list the SNMP Configuration.

Example:

Trap Configuration:

SNMP Enabled: On

Traps Enabled: On

Trap Link Up/Down Enabled: On

0: 192.168.23.254 : 162 : public

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√ √ stats

Example:

(show)# stats 14

General Information:

sysname = abcdef

sysdescr = b

sysloc = c

syscontact = d

mac = 00:09:02:00:bb:77

boardtype = AN-80i Rev 1.0

radiotype = T54i

swver = 10.00.023 (other: 10.00.019)

sysuptime = 8 day(s), 20 hr, 19 min

sysstarttime = N/A

sysmode = pmpsc

rffreq = 5490.0

txpower = 10

chwidth = 20 MHz

rfstatus = 0 *

Ethernet Statistics:

erxpkt = 3081

erxpktd = 0

etxpkt = 8089

Wireless Statistics:

regstations = 0

regconn = 0

activelinks = 0

activeids = 0

Wireless Ethernet Statistics:

werxpkt = 4592

werxpktdis = 0

werxpkterr = 0

wetxpkt = 0

wetxpktdis = 0

wetxpkterr = 0

* Status codes are displayed in binary format. See section 6.4: Status Codes on page 83

for details of the RF status codes.

5.3.15 Snmpcommunity

Use the snmpcommunity command to configure SNMP community permissions.

Table 29: CLI - snmpcommunity

PTP PMP Description

√ √ add: add a new snmp community to the snmp community table. The

index value is assigned automatically. Up to eight community entries can

be entered in the table.

snmpcommunity add <name> <string> <Enter>

snmpcommunity add <rights> 0 | r | w | rw <Enter>

Where.

0 (zero):Deny read and write permission.

r: Grant read access permission only. Deny write permission.

w: Grant write access permission only. Deny read permission.

rw: Grant read and write access permission for this community.

default: Set all snmp parameters to factory default settings.

snmpcommunity default <idx> <Enter>

del: Delete the specified community entry.

snmpcommunity del <idx> <Enter>

print: List all SNMP communities and associated permissions.

snmpcommunity print <Enter>

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5.3.16 Snmptrap

Use the snmptrap command to configure the SNMP trap message reporting.

Table 30: CLI - snmptrap

PTP PMP Description

√ √ add: add a new snmp trap to the snmp trap table. The index value is assigned

automatically. Up to eight settings can be entered.

snmptrap add <ipaddr> <port> <community> <Enter>

change: Modify the specified snmp setting.

snmptrap change <idx> [-p <port>] [-i <ip_add>] [-c <community] <Ent>

del: Delete the specified snmp setting.

snmptrap del <idx> <Enter>

print: List all SNMP trap settings.

snmptrap print <Enter>

5.3.17 Test

Use the test command to load the current edited (but not permanently saved)

configuration settings.

Table 31: CLI - test

PTP PMP Parameter/Description

√ √ config - AN-80i configuration settings

test config <Enter>

The AN-80i will operate with these settings for a period of five minutes. During the 'test'

period, you may click the Save button at any time to save this configuration permanently

(also terminating the five minute timer). If the Save button is not selected, the previous

saved settings are reloaded.

5.3.18 Upgrade

Use the upgrade command to upload a new software binary file to the AN-80i.

Table 32: CLI - upgrade

PTP PMP Description

√ √

ipaddr: Enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

filename: Enter the name of the binary file to be uploaded to the AN-80i.

upgrade <ipaddr> <filename> <Enter>

You must specify the TFTP server address and the full name of the binary file

(including .bin extension). The AN-80i software binary file must be located in

the default directory of the TFTP server.

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5.3.19 User

Use the user command to manage user accounts, passwords, and user Groups. When in

user mode, only the <chgpasswd> field is available, since the user can change only his

own password. The other commands are available only for members of the administrator

Group.

Table 33: CLI - user

PTP PMP Description

√ √ add: Administrators can use this command to add new user accounts. This

option is available only for administrators.

user add <username> <usertype> <Enter>

chgpasswd: For the user accounts, the chgpasswd command must be

executed without the <username> parameter -- user's can change only their

own password.

user chgpasswd [<username>] <Enter>

Administrators can change their own password, or specify a <username> to

change the password of the specified user account.

user chgpasswd [<username>] <Enter>

del: Administrators can use this command to delete user accounts. This option

is available only for administrators.

user del <username> <Enter>

print: Administrators can use this command to display a list of user accounts.

This option is available only for administrators.

user print <Enter>

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This section provides basic diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to help solve

problems that may occur with the system. If the system is not operating correctly after

applying the suggestions in this section, please contact your local Redline representative.

Include the model name and serial number of the system in your communications.

6.1 Factory Default Settings

The following parameters are the factory default settings for the AN-80i.

Table 34: Diag. - Factory Default Settings

Section Item Factory Default Setting

System User Name admin

Password admin

Ethernet IP Address 192.168.25.2

Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0

Gateway 0.0.0.0

Wireless RF Channel Set by factory key.

Tx power 14 dBm

Encryption Enabled / no key

Note: Factory defaults can only be restored using the CLI 'save' command.

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6.2 Procedure to Restore Factory Settings

The AN-80i features a method to gain access to the CLI command prompt for a unit

where the IP address, username, and/or password is unknown. This method requires local

access to the AN-80i PoE power adapter, the ability to power-cycle the AN-80i, a PC

with a telnet client, and an Ethernet cable.

Figure 36: CLI - Recovering Lost IP Address

Use the following steps to gain access to the CLI command prompt:

1. Power-off the AN-80i PoE adapter. Remove the local network Ethernet cable and

connect your computer directly to the PoE adapter DATA (INPUT) Ethernet port.

2. Open a command prompt window on the PC and enter the command:

telnet 192.168.25.2 <Do not press Enter key at this time>

3. Restore power to the AN-80i PoE adapter and wait for 10 seconds.

4. Power-off the AN-80i PoE adapter for 5 seconds (7 seconds maximum).

5. Restore power to the AN-80i PoE adapter and wait for approximately 20 seconds.

6. Press the Enter key on the PC (start the Telnet session). When the login prompt

appears, you have approximately 30 seconds to login using 'admin' as the user name

and 'admin' as password. After login, all AN-80i CLI commands are available.

If the login prompt does not appear, re-enter the Telnet command (up to 60 seconds

from power-on). If this is not successful, repeat steps 2 to 6 using a wait time in step 5

(30 to 40 seconds).

7. Use the following command to restore the default IP address, username and

password:

save defaultconfig <Enter>

Note: The following parameters are not affected by the 'save defaultconfig' command:

- System Name, System Location, System Details and Contact

- Frequency list

- SNMP configuration

- ID table (PMP only)

8. Power-off the PoE adapter and re-connect the network cable. Restore power to the

PoE adapter.

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6.3 Testing and Saving System Parameters

The AN-80i is a highly configurable communications device. All user settings are saved

in non-volatile RAM. The system configuration and snmp settings are saved separately.

6.3.1 CLI Interface

Use the 'test' command to have the AN-80i load the edited settings. The AN-80i will

operate with these settings for a period of five minutes. During the test period, you may

click the Save button at any time to save this configuration permanently. Otherwise, after

five minutes, the AN-80i will reboot and load the previously saved settings.

Note: Factory defaults can only be restored using the CLI commands.

Figure 37: Diag: - Saving Parameters in NVRAM

6.3.2 Web Interface

The Test button is located on the System Configuration page. Click this button to have

the AN-80i load the current settings displayed in the configuration screen. The AN-80i

will operate with these settings for a period of five minutes. During the test period you

may click the Save button at any time to save this configuration permanently (also

terminating the five minute timer). After five minutes, if the Save function button has not

been applied, the AN-80i will reboot and load the previously saved settings.

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The following table lists some common troubleshooting tips for the web interface.

Table 35: Diag. - Web Interface Diagnostics

Symptom Possible Problem Solution

Incorrect IP

address and/or

Subnet Mask.

Perform a ping test from the host computer command

line.

If the ping test is unsuccessful, then the problem is

with the IP address. Perform a long reset to apply the

default address (192.168.25.2) and Subnet Mask

(255.255.255.0)

Problems with host

computer, or AN-

80i.

If the ping is successful, reset the AN-80i, and/or reset

the host computer.

General

Information

screen is not

displayed

Host PC ARP table

is incorrectly

configured

Run 'arp -d' whenever the AN-80i is swapped. Check

that the subnet mask for the host PC matches the

subnet mask of the AN-80i. Check that the host PC's

address is 192.168.25.n, where 'n' is not equal to 0,2,

or 255.

Attempt to login to the AN-80i using a Web browser. Microsoft Internet Explorer is

recommended. If the AN-80i does not respond by displaying the login dialog box, check

that the correct IP address is being used. The value 192.168.25.2 is the factory default

value and may have been changed during installation.

Test is to verify the IP address is reachable from the computer. Use the ping command to

test the Connection between the AN-80i and host computer.

>ping 192.168.25.2

If the ping test is successful, the host computer was able to send and receive packets

to/from the AN-80i. The problem may be with the Internet browser or related settings on

the host computer. Reboot the host computer to try to resolve the problem.

If the ping is unsuccessful, there may be problems using that IP address; the IP address

may be incorrect, or there may be a duplicate address. For correct operation the host

computer and the AN-80i must be on the same subnet. For example, if the AN-80i is

using the factory default settings, the host computer could be set for an IP of

192.168.25.3 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0.

If the correct IP address of the AN-80i cannot be determined, it is recommended to

perform the IP recovery procedure. See section 6.2: Procedure to Restore Factory

Settings on page 80.

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6.4 Status Codes

6.4.1 PTP Status Codes

The PTP status code is displayed in a series of decimal characters representing the status

of six different alarm conditions. The value '1' indicates the associated condition is active.

All unused bits are set to zero.

To determine the status, the decimal number must be converted to binary notation. It is

recommended to use a scientific calculator that supports binary notation (i.e., Windows

on-screen calculator). Set the mode for decimal and enter the status code. Change the

mode to binary and match active bits (1) to the following table.

For example, if 'RF High Temp. Warning' (2) and ' PHY lock error' (1 0000) were active,

the status code value would be 34 (binary 100010) (leading zeros are not displayed).

Table 36: Diag. - PTP Status Codes

Error Type Error #

Decimal* Error #

(binary)

Description

Tx Power

1 1 Power output is less than 10 dBm. This message

may appear before the RF link is established.

RF High

Temp.

Warning

2 10 The transceiver internal temperature rose above

185F / 85C. The transceiver will shut down for 30

seconds to allow cooling.

RF PLL Lock

Error

16 1 0000 The PLL (Phase Locked Loop) section within the

AN-80i experienced an error. Reset the AN-80i.

PHY lock

error

32 10 0000 The PLL (Phase Locked Loop) section within the

AN-80i experienced an error. Reset the AN-80i.

80 MHz PLL

lock error

64 100 0000 The PLL (Phase Locked Loop) section within the

AN-80i experienced an error. Reset the AN-80i.

Firmware

Configuration

Error

128 1000 0000 Error detected in the AN-80i configuration file.

*Displayed decimal value if this is the only active error condition.

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6.4.2 PMP Status Codes

The PMP status code is displayed in a series of hexadecimal characters representing the

status of different alarm conditions. The value '1' indicates the associated condition is

active. All unused bits are set to zero.

To determine the status, the hexadecimal number must be converted to binary notation. It

is recommended to use a scientific calculator that supports binary notation (i.e., Windows

on-screen calculator). Set the mode for Hex and enter the status code. Change the mode

to binary and match active bits (1) to the PMP Status Codes table.

For example, if 'Radio Over Temperature' bit 1 and 'PLL Error' bit 4 were active, the

status code value would be Hex '12' (binary 1 0010).

Table 37: Diag. - PMP Status Code Bits

31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Table 38: Diag. - PMP Status Codes

Bit Description

1 Radio over-temperature

4, 5, 6 PLL Errors

8 Firmware Error

16 No Ethernet packets received by the wireless MAC

17, 18, 19, 20,

21, 22, 23, 24,

25, 26, 27, 28

MAC Internal Errors

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7.1 AN-80i Technical Specifications

Table 39: Spec. - AN-80i Technical Specifications

System Capability: LOS, Optical-LOS, and Non-LOS

RF Band: 4.9-5.3 GHz Radio Installed: 4.900 - 5.350 GHz (TDD) 1

5.4 GHz Radio Installed: 5.470 - 5.725 GHz (TDD) 1

5.8 GHz Radio Installed: 5.725 - 5.850 GHz (TDD) 1

Center Frequency Steps: 2.5 / 20 MHz 2

Channel Size: PTP: 10, 20, 40 MHz (software selectable) 1

PMP: 10, 20 MHz (software selectable) 1

RF: > 50 dB Rx Dynamic Range

Maximum Tx Power: 25 dBm (Ave. Max.) 3,8

Minimum Tx Power: -10 dBi

Automatic Transmit Power Control (ATPC)

Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)

Automatic link distance ranging

Up to 80 km (50 mi) line-of-sight @ 48 dBm EIRP 3

Data Rate: Up to 90 Mbps average Ethernet rate (40 MHz channel) 4

Rx Sensitivity: -88 dBm @ 3 Mbps max. (based on BER of 1x10e-9)

PoE Cable: Up to 91 m (300 ft) 5

Network Attributes: 802.3x Ethernet flow control

DHCP pass-through, transparent bridge

802.1p network traffic prioritization 6

802.1Q VLAN classification 7

Modulation/Coding Rates: BPSK 1/2, BPSK 3/4, QPSK 1/2, QPSK 3/4, 16 QAM 1/2, 16

QAM 3/4, 64 QAM 2/3 and 64 QAM 3/4

Over The Air Encryption: Proprietary private key encryption

AES-128 and AES-256 options 6

MAC: Concatenation

Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)

Automatic Repeat Request (ARQ) error correction

Dynamic adaptive modulation (bi-dir. burst to burst auto select) 6

Packet fragmentation 7

Network Services: Transparent to 802.3 services and applications

Duplex Technique: Dynamic TDD (time division duplex)

Wireless Transmission: OFDM (orthogonal frequency division multiplexing)

Network Connection: 10/100 Ethernet (RJ-45)

System Configuration: HTTP (Web) interface, SNMP, Telnet (CLI)

Network Management: SNMP V2: standard and proprietary MIBs

Power Requirements: Standard IEEE 802.3af (15.4 W Max.)

Operating Temperature: -40 C to 60 C

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Table 39: Spec. - AN-80i Technical Specifications

Dimensions/Weight: 289 mm x 190 mm x 51.5 mm (11.38 in x 7.50 in x 2.03 in)

Humidity: 0% to 95% Non-condensing

Weight: 2 Kg (4.4 lb) without bracket or antenna

Storage Temperature: -50 C to 70 C

Compliance: Safety: IEC, EN, and UL/CSA 60950

EMC: EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17

5.8 GHz Radio: Industry Canada RSS 210, FCC part 15, ETSI EN

302 502

5.4 GHz Radio (with DFS): Industry Canada RSS 210, FCC part

15, ETSI EN 301 893

Ingress Protection: Surpasses IP65

1 Actual RF Band limited by regional regulations.

Refer to Table 47: Spec. - Regional Identification Codes on page 90 for available channels.

2 Center frequency is dependent on region.

3 Maximum operational power per channel with a given antenna is limited in accordance to maximum

allowable EIRP levels for the region.

4 Actual Ethernet data throughput is dependent on: protocols, packet size, burst rate, transmission

latency, and link distance.

5 With lightning arrestor installed.

6 PTP Only

7 PMP Only

8 Maximum power based on radio type.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

7.2 AN-80i PoE Power Adapter Specifications

Table 40: Spec. - AN-80i PoE Power Adaptor Specifications

PoE Power Block: CINCON Model TR60A-POE-L

Input: Auto-sensing 110/220/240 VAC 50/60 Hz

Output: 48 VDC 1.2A Max. Load

Environmental: Operating temperature: 0 to 60 C

Storage Temperature: -50 to 70 C

Operating Humidity: 5% to 95%

Dimensions: 35 x 70 x 150 mm (1.38 x 2.76 x 5.91 in)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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7.3 ETSI Certified Antennas

7.3.1 5.4 GHz Radio: ETSI Certified Antennas

The following table lists ETSI certified 5.4 GHz antennas.

Table 41: Spec. - ETSI Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz Operation

Redline PN Gain

(dBi) Antenna Type App. Tx Power

Setting

48-00064-00 32 4 degree, 4.900-5.875 GHz, 3 ft, parabolic PTP -3

48-00032-00 31.2 4.2 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP -1

48-00024-00 28 4.5 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, flat panel PTP +1

48-00063-00 29 6 degree, 4.900-5.875 GHz, parabolic PTP +10

48-00031-00 28 6.2 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP +1

48-00021-02 22 9 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, flat panel PTP +8

48-00030-00 22 12 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP +8

48-00067-00 17.5 62 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +2

48-00066-00 16.6 90 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +3

48-00065-00 15 120 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +5

48-00048-01 9 360 degree, 5.0 - 6.0 GHz, omni PMP +10

Note: The RF output power and selection must be professionally programmed and

installed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

7.3.2 5.8 GHz Radio: ETSI Certified Antennas

The following table lists ETSI certified 5.8 GHz antennas. Operation is restricted to 10

MHz and 20 MHz channel operation only.

Table 42: Spec. - ETSI Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz Operation

Redline PN Gain

(dBi) Antenna Type App. Tx Power

Setting

48-00021-02 22 9 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, flat panel PTP -1

48-00030-00 22 12 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP -1

48-00067-00 17.5 62 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +5

48-00066-00 16.6 90 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +7

48-00065-00 15 120 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +9

48-00048-01 9 360 degree, 5.0 - 6.0 GHz, omni directional PMP +13

Note: The RF output power and selection must be professionally programmed and

installed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

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7.4 FCC & IC Certified Antennas

7.4.1 5.4 GHz Radio: FCC & IC Certified Antennas

This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a

maximum gain of 22 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than

22 dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is

50 ohms.

Table 43: Spec. - FCC & IC Certified Antennas: 5.4 GHz Operation

Redline PN Gain

(dBi) Antenna Type App. Tx Power

Setting

48-00021-02 22 9 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, sector, flat panel PTP -1

48-00067-00 17.5 62 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +5

48-00066-00 16.6 90 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +7

48-00065-00 15 120 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP +9

48-00048-01 9 360 degree, 5.0 - 6.0 GHz, omni directional PMP +13

Note: The RF output power and selection must be professionally programmed and

installed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

7.4.2 5.8 GHz Radio: FCC & IC Certified Antennas

This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a

maximum gain of 34.6 dB. Antennas having a gain greater than 34.6 dB are strictly

prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. The

following table lists FCC and IC certified antennas:

Table 44: Spec. - FCC & IC Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz Operation

Redline PN Gain

(dBi) Antenna Type App. Minimum

Conducted

Power

(dBm)

Max

Conducted

Power

Ratings

(dBm)

Ave. GUI

Power

Display

(dBm)

48-00033-00 34.6 3.4 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00064-00 32 4 degree, 4.900-5.875 GHz, parabolic PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00032-00 31.2 4.2 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00024-00 28 4.5 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, flat panel PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00063-00 29 6 degree, 4.900-5.875 GHz, parabolic PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00031-00 28 6.2 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00021-02 22 9 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, flat panel PTP -12.7 26.2 20

48-00030-00 22 12 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, parabolic PTP -12.7 26.2 20

Note: The RF output power and selection must be professionally programmed and

installed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

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Table 45: Spec. - FCC & IC Certified Antennas: 5.8 GHz PMP Operation

Redline Part

Number Gain

(dBi)

Description App. GUI

Settings

Tx Peak

Conducted

Power

(dBm)

48-00014-00 16 60 degree, 5.150-5.875 GHz, sector flat panel PMP 8 18.3

48-00028-00 17 60 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, sector, flat panel PMP 7 17.1

48-00067-00 17.5 62 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP 5 14.9

48-00066-00 16.6 90 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP 7 17.2

48-00017-00 14 90 degree, 5.150-5.875 GHz, sector flat panel PMP 10 20.5

48-00029-00 16 90 degree, 5.250-5.850 GHz, sector, flat panel PMP 8 18.3

48-00065-00 15 120 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP 9 19.4

48-00047-00 15 120 degree, 5.15-5.875 GHz, sector, flat panel PMP 9 19.4

48-00048-01 9 360 degree, 5.0 - 6.0 GHz, omni directional PMP 13 20.3

Note: The RF output power and selection must be professionally programmed and

installed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

7.4.3 4.9 GHz Radio: FCC & IC 'PENDING" PTP Antennas

The following table lists 4.9 GHz antennas that are pending certification from FCC & IC.

Table 46: Spec. - FCC & IC 'PENDING' Antennas: 4.9 GHz PTP Operation

Redline Part

Number Gain

(dBi)

Description App. GUI

Settings Tx Peak

Conducted

Power

(dBm)

48-00064-00 32 4 degree, 4.900-5.875 GHz, 3 ft, parabolic PTP TBA TBA

48-00063-00 29 6 degree, 4.900-5.875 GHz, 2 ft parabolic PTP TBA TBA

48-00067-00 17.5 62 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP TBA TBA

48-00066-00 16.6 90 degree, 4.9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP TBA TBA

48-00065-00 15 120 degree, .9-5.9 GHz, sector flat panel PMP TBA TBA

Note: The RF output power and selection must be professionally programmed and

installed by the manufacturer or a trained professional installer.

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7.5 Regional Codes

The regional code is incorporated into the options key. This feature enforces compliance

to regional regulatory statutes.

Table 47: Spec. - Regional Identification Codes

Regions Band

DFS Required

1 Channel

Size

(MHz)

Channel

Step (MHz) Start - End2

(MHz)

Region 01

US 5.8 ISM No 10 2.5 5730 - 5845

20 2.5 5735 - 5840

CALA, Canada, China,

Middle-East, US

40 2.5 5745 - 5830

Region 02

UK 5.8G Yes 3

10 2.5 5730 - 5790

5820 - 5845

UK, Jersey, Norway

20 2.5 5735 - 5785

5825 - 5840

Region 03

CE 5.4G Yes 4 10 20 5500 - 5700

20 20 5500 - 5700

40 20 5500 - 5700

Region 04

US 5.4 ICM Yes 5 10 2.5 5475 - 5720

20 2.5 5480 - 5715

40 2.5 5490 - 5705

Region 05

IC 5.4G

Yes 6 10 2.5 5475 - 5595

5655 - 5720

20 2.5 5480 - 5590

5660 - 5715

Australia, Canada

40 2.5 5490 - 5580

5670 - 5705

Region 06

IN 5.8 G No 10 2.5 5830 - 5870

20 2.5 5735 - 5865

India

40 2.5 5845 - 5855

Region 07

DE 5.8 G Yes 8 10 2.5 5750 - 5870

20 2.5 5765 - 5865

Denmark

Region 08

US No 10 2.5 4945 - 4985

4.940 - 4.990 20 2.5 4950 - 4980

US Yes

5 10 2.5 5255 - 5345

5.250 - 5.350 20 2.5 5260 - 5340

40 2.5 5270 - 5330

Region 09

IC 4.9 G No 7 10 2.5 4945 - 4985

20 2.5 4950 - 4980

Australia, Canada

IC 5.2 G No 6 10 2.5 5255 - 5345

5.250 - 5.350 20 2.5 5260 - 5340

40 2.5 5270 - 5330

Region 10

JP 4.9 G No 10 2.5 4905- 5085

20 2.5 4910 - 5080

Japan

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Region 11

CE .2 G No 10 2.5 5155 - 5245

5.150 - 5.250 20 2.5 5160 - 5240

40 2.5 5170 - 5230

CE Yes

4 10 2.5 5255 - 5345

5.250 - 5.350 20 2.5 5260 - 5340

40 2.5 5270 - 5330

Notes:

1. Where DFS is required by regional regulations, this function is permanently enabled at the

factory and can not be disabled by the installer or end-user.

2. Center frequencies.

3. UK VNS 2107/ EN302 502

4. ETSI EN301893 v1.3.1

5. FCC Part 15

6. IC RSS-210

7. IC RSS-111

8. TKG § 55/EN302 502

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7.6 Glossary Of Terms

Table 48: Spec. - Glossary

Term Definition

Antenna

Gain

The measure of antenna performance relative to a theoretical antenna called an

isotropic antenna.

ARQ Automatic Repeat Request. This is the protocol used over the air for error

correction.

ATPC Automatic Transmission Power Control. The sector controller-end system

automatically adjusts the RF transmit level of both systems to optimize

performance of the link.

Beamwidth The angle of signal coverage provided by an antenna.

BFW Broadband Fixed Wireless

Bps Bits Per Second

A unit of measurement for the rate at which data is transmitted.

BPSK Binary Phase Shift Keying

Channel A communications path wide enough to permit a single RF transmission.

CIR Committed information rate

dB A ratio expressed in decibels.

dBi A ratio, measured in decibels, of the effective gain of an antenna compared to

an isotropic antenna.

dBm Decibels above a milliwatt

DFS Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) can detect interference from other devices

using the same frequency (especially radar) and automatically take a pre-

selected action such as disable transmission or relocate transmission to

alternative frequency.

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A DHCP server automatically issues IP

addresses within a specified range to devices on a network.

Directional

Antenna

An antenna that concentrates transmission power into one direction.

Encryption For the purposes of privacy, the transformation of data into an unreadable

format until reformatted with a decryption key.

Ethernet A LAN architecture using a bus or star topology

FD Full Duplex. Refers to the transmission of data in two directions simultaneously

(i.e. a telephone)

FWA Fixed Wireless Access

Gain The ratio of the output amplitude of a signal to the input amplitude of a signal.

Typically expressed in decibels (dB).

Gateway A network point that acts as an entrance to another network.

GHz Gigahertz. 1,000,000,000 Hz, or 1,000 MHz

GUI Graphical User Interface

IP Internet Protocol. See TCP/IP.

Isotropic A theoretic construct of an antenna that radiates its signal 360 degrees both

vertically and horizontally—a perfect sphere. Generally used as a reference.

IXC Inter-exchange Carrier. A long-distance phone company.

LEC Local Exchange Carriers. The traditional local wired phone company.

LED Light Emitting Diode

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Term Definition

LOS Line Of Sight. A clear direct path between two antennas, with no obstructions

within the first Fresnel zone.

MAC Media Access Control. A unique number assigned to a network device.

Corresponds to ISO Network Model Layer 2 data link layer.

MHz Megahertz. 1,000,000 Hz

Modem MOdulator/DEModulator. A hardware device that converts digital data into

analog and vice versa.

Modulation Any of several techniques for combining user information with a transmitter

carrier signal.

Multipath The radio echoes created as a radio signal bounces off objects.

NVRAM Non-volatile RAM. System parameters are stored in NVRAM. This data is not

affected by powering off the system.

NLOS Non Line Of Sight. Completely obstructed path between two antennas.

OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing. OFDM spreads data to be

transmitted over a large number of orthogonal carriers.

OLOS Optical Line Of Sight. A clear direct path between two antennas, with

obstructions within the first Fresnel zone.

Packet A bundle of data organized in a specific way for transmission. The three

principal elements of a packet include the header, the text, and the trailer (error

detection and correction bits).

PHY Physical Layer. Provides for the transmission of data through a communications

channel by defining the electrical, mechanical, and procedural specifications.

PIR Peak Information Rate

PMP Point to Multipoint

PTP Point to Point

QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation

QPSK Quadrature Phase Shift Keying

Receiver

Sensitivity

A measurement of the weakest signal a receiver can receive and still correctly

translate it into data.

RF Radio Frequency

RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication

Rx Receiver

S/N Signal to Noise Ratio

SINADR Signal to noise and distortion ratio.

TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

The standard set of protocols used by the Internet for transferring information

between computers, handsets, and other devices.

TFTP Trivial File Transfer Protocol

Tx Transmitter

UBR Uncoded Burst Rate

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