Trango Systems M5580MFSU Wireless Internet Access Subscriber Unit User Manual M5580 FSU
Trango Systems Inc Wireless Internet Access Subscriber Unit M5580 FSU
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M5580M - FSU Wireless Multi Mode Ethernet Bridge Subscriber Unit USER MANUAL November 2, 2005 Revision 1 for Firmware V.2p0r2 Table of Contents Trango Table of Contents Preface ..................................................................................................................................iii FCC Information .......................................................................................................iii Warranty Information ...............................................................................................iii Chapter 1 Overview...............................................................................................................1 Location of RJ-45/LED Port........................................................................................ 5 Chapter 2 Getting Started.....................................................................................................6 Connections and Power............................................................................................. 6 Configuration Tools................................................................................................... 7 Troubleshooting Ethernet Connections ....................................................................... 7 System Information (sysinfo) Page ............................................................................ 8 Chapter 3 Configuration .......................................................................................................9 Key Concepts ........................................................................................................... 9 Essentials to Establish a Wireless Link ........................................................................ 9 Access Point Basic Settings........................................................................................ 9 Establishing a Wireless Link..................................................................................... 12 Changing IP Address............................................................................................... 13 LEDs ...................................................................................................................... 13 Power Settings ....................................................................................................... 14 Chapter 4 Using the HTTP Interface..................................................................................15 Chapter 5 Deployment & Installation ................................................................................19 Site Selection ......................................................................................................... 19 Site survey ............................................................................................................. 19 Channel Planning.................................................................................................... 20 RSSI Command and Antenna Alignment................................................................... 20 Mounting Hardware ................................................................................................ 22 Chapter 6 Cabling and Weather Considerations..............................................................25 Weatherizing.......................................................................................................... 25 Chapter 7 SNMP ..................................................................................................................26 Chapter 8 Firmware Upgrade Procedure ..........................................................................27 Appendix A Command Set Summary ................................Error! Bookmark not defined. Appendix B Specifications............................................................................................29 M5580M-FSU page ii Preface Preface This manual covers the basic configuration and installation of the M5580M-FSU Wireless Point to Point Subscriber Unit. The M5580M-FSU consists of a radio with an internal 8 dBi. The M5580M-FSU may be used in conjunction with an optional FCC certified external reflector dish for extended transmission range. When using the reflector dish, professional installation is required. Contact your sales person for more information regarding the “Professional Installation Guide.” FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with these instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in any particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures: 1) 2) 3) 4) Reorient the antenna. Increase the separation between the affected equipment and the unit. Connect the affected equipment to a power outlet on a different circuit from that which the receiver is connected to. Consult the dealer and/or experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC ID: NCYM5580MFSU Canada: 2945A-M5580FSU IMPORTANT NOTE: Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications must not be made unless under the express consent of the party responsible for compliance. Any such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment and will void the manufacturer’s warranty. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the following antenna installation and device operating configurations must be satisfied. The antenna for this unit must be fixed and mounted on outdoor permanent structures with a separation distance of at least two meters from all persons. Furthermore, it must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Warranty Information Radios from Trango Broadband Wireless are warranted for one year from date of original purchase. Please see www.trangobroadband.com for a complete description of warranty coverage and limitations. M5580M-FSU page iii Overview Chapter 1 Overview Each M5580M-FSU acts as an endpoint in a point to multipoint wireless Ethernet transmission system, which provides network connectivity at, speeds up to 45 Mbps depending on the transmission distance, noise floor, and the antenna configuration. The M5580M-FSU uses either CCK or OFDM technology coupled with Automatic Repeat request (ARQ) for improved resistance to interference and noise. The M5580M-FSU product is comprised of the following items: 1) 2) 3) 4) M5580M-FSU unit (With integrated dual polarization 8 dBi patch antenna) 20 Volt power adapter for use with 120 VAC. Power over Ethernet Junction Box. Mounting hardware The M5580M-FSU center frequency may be tuned from 5.736 to 5.836 GHz, allowing 6 non-overlapping channels to ease installation. The unit utilizes Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) and is designed for outdoor environments. The cable entry point can accommodate both Shielded twisted pair Cat5 (STP) and Unshielded twisted pair Cat5 (UTP), however STP is recommended. M5580M-FSU page 1 Overview Range vs. Throughput The following table shows approximate maximum ranges (at recommended fade margins) achievable with the M5580M-FSU when associated with an M5830S-AP in CCK mode. Ranges for OFDM modes will be published when available. Range & Throughput (CCK mode) Antenna 3 miles Integrated 8 dBi Patch 9 Mbps (5 db fade margin) Attached to 18” Dish (AD5800-25) 9 Mbps (22 db fade margin) M5580M-FSU 6 miles NA 9 Mbps (15 db fade margin) 10 miles NA 9 Mbps (10 db fade margin) page 2 Overview System Contents Each kit consists of one radio with integrated antenna, one power-over-Ethernet (PoE) injector, one AC adapter, One boot, and mounting hardware. A dual-polarized integrated antenna is located behind the radome of the M5580M-FSU. M5580M-FSU page 3 Overview Location of Serial Number & MAC Address The serial number and MAC address label can be found on the back of each radio. The serial number and MAC address is also provided on the system information screen. M5580M-FSU page 4 Overview Location of RJ-45/LED Port The RJ-45 connector, diagnostic LEDs, and reset button are located at the bottom of the radio. Functionality of the LEDs is described later in this text. The reset button resets all configuration settings (including IP address and password) back to factory default. Hold the reset button down for 5 seconds (until amber lights flash) while unit is powered on. Reset Button M5580M-FSU page 5 Getting Started Chapter 2 Getting Started It is recommended that you first provision and test your the radios on the bench before deploying them in the field. This is a particularly useful exercise for the novice user. Connections and Power • Connect a Cat-5 (straight through) Ethernet cable (we recommend shielded twisted pair) between the ODU (out door unit) port of the J-box and the RJ-45 connector on the radio. Note that this cable will carry power-over-Ethernet (PoE). • If connecting to a COMPUTER, use a Cross-Over Ethernet cable from the NET port of the J-box to the computer’s Ethernet port. If connecting to a HUB, SWITCH, or ROUTER, use a Straight-Thru cable. • Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. Both green LEDs on the J-box should be lit, indicating power is present at the Power-over-Ethernet box as well as at the radio. You are now ready to configure the radio via the Ethernet port. The Radio Power LED may take several seconds before lighting. The radio requires approximately 45 seconds to boot. Note: If voltage falls below 16 volts, the power LED will go off but the Radio LED will stay on. The radio can operate down to 10.5 volts. M5580M-FSU page 6 Getting Started Configuration Tools M5580M-FSU radios can be configured using either the Command Line Interface (CLI), or the Web Browser (HTTP) interface. Although both methods are comprehensive and powerful, the CLI method provides slightly more functionality. This text covers configuration through the CLI. For HTTP configuration please see Appendix A. Telnet Open a command prompt (DOS) session on your PC. Open a Telnet session by typing: telnetExample: C:>telnet 192.168.100.100 Note: All Trango radios are pre-configured at the factory with a default IP address of 192.168.100.100, Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0, and Default Gateway 192.168.100.100. Note: The M5580 can handle up to 4 telnet session. You will be greeted with current hardware and firmware information and prompted for a password. Type in the password and press enter. The factory default read/write password is trango. Welcome to Trango Broadband Wireless, M5580M 2p0r3D05112801 Password: Note: Type help for a listing of all CLI commands. Type help [ ], for the syntax of a particular command. Note: If you cannot access the radio management functions via the Ethernet port, check all cable connections and ensure that your PC is set up with a properly routable subnet. Troubleshooting Ethernet Connections If you cannot telnet into the radio or open an HTTP browser session, check your cable connections to ensure proper use of cross-over vs. straight-through cable, and ensure your PC’s subnet is routable to the radio’s IP address. You can also, try pressing and holding the reset button on the unit to ensure default IP address and password. M5580M-FSU page 7 Getting Started System Information (sysinfo) Page To display system configuration and status information type the command sysinfo. #> sysinfo [Hardware Version] 5580 [MVC Version] 3893mvc_4p5_050913.arm [Firmware Version] 2p0r3D05120701 [Device ID] 00 01 DE 00 04 47 [Base ID] 1 [AP ID] 1 [SU ID] 1 [System Up Time] 0 day(s) 00:22:51 [Opmode] off [Default Opmode] off [Opmode Start] 30 sec [IP] 192.168.100.100 [Subnet Mask] 255.255.255.0 [Gateway] 192.168.100.1 [Httpd Port] 80 [Httpd Status] listen [Telnetd Port] 23 [Telnetd Status] connected [Telnet Client #1] 192.168.100.111,1093 [Telnet Client #2] 192.168.100.111,1092 [Telnet Client #3] 192.168.100.111,1088 [Telnet Client #4] 192.168.100.111,1087 [Tftpd] disabled [RF Tx Power] 21 dBm Channel Table: (MHz) [Ch#01] 5736 [Ch#02] 5756 [Ch#03] 5776 [Ch#04] 5796 [Ch#05] 5816 [Ch#06] 5836 [Ch#07] 5736 [Ch#08] 5736 [Ch#09] 5736 [Ch#10] 5736 [Ch#11] 5736 [Ch#12] 5736 [Ch#13] 5736 [Ch#14] 5736 [Ch#15] 5736 [Ch#16] 5736 [Ch#17] 5736 [Ch#18] 5736 [Ch#19] 5736 [Ch#20] 5736 [Ch#21] 5736 [Ch#22] 5736 [Ch#23] 5736 [Ch#24] 5736 [Ch#25] 5736 [Ch#26] 5736 [Ch#27] 5736 [Ch#28] 5736 [Ch#29] 5736 [Ch#30] 5736 [Channel Scan Sequence] 5 v [Active Channel] 5 v Disconnected [Broadcast Packet] on [Auto Scan AP] on [TCP/IP for AP] off [TCP/IP for Local Et h] off [Remarks] Remarks [ARQ] on [RF Rx] 0 Kbps [RF Tx] 0 Kbps [Eth Rx] 3 Kbps [Eth Tx] 101 Kbps [Eth Rx] 51,723 bytes [Eth Tx] 64,975 bytes [RF Rx] 0 bytes [RF Tx] 0 bytes Success. #> For more information, see table #3 below. M5580M-FSU page 8 Configuration Chapter 3 Configuration Key Concepts Prior to configuring the radios it is important to understand several key concepts: Access Point (AP) The AP is typically considered the primary radio within the link. It is recommended to install the AP closest to the head-end of the network. Subscriber Unit (SU) The SU is typically installed at the customer premise. The primary distinction between the AP and SU is that when the radios are not associated, the AP will transmit and the SU will listen until the wireless link is established. Authentication Authentication is controlled by the AP via BASEID, SU ID and the MAC address of each SU Opmode Operation mode (on or off). The radio will only transmit while set to Opmode ON. Default Opmode Opmode (on or off) which the radio enters after reboot. Note: if you telnet into a radio within 30 seconds after reboot, the radio will remain in opmode OFF even if the default opmode is ON. Essentials to Establish a Wireless Link Configuration of the M5580M-FSU system is simple and at a minimum requires the following settings: 1. Set BASEID 2. Designate the SU ID. 3. Program SU ID, Mac and CIR/MIR settings on the AP. 4. Set AP and SU to same channel and antenna polarization 5. Set default Opmode to “ON” so that radio will automatically enter opmode after reboot. 6. Turn Opmode “ON”, both AP and SU. If all of these parameters are met, and if the AP and SU are within range and properly aligned, the wireless link will automatically establish itself and Ethernet traffic will begin to pass between the radios. Access Point Basic Settings For the Access Point basic configuration, see the M5830 User Manual M5580M-FSU page 9 Configuration Subscriber Unit Basic Settings Log into the SU. To receive a comprehensive snapshot of the system’s configuration info and status, type the command sysinfo. #> sysinfo [Hardware Version] 5580 [MVC Version] 3893mvc_4p5_050913.arm [Firmware Version] AFSU 2p0r3D05120701 [Device ID] 00 01 DE 00 04 3F [Base ID] 1 [AP ID] 1 [SU ID] 1 [System Up Time] 0 day(s) 00:00:39 [Opmode] off [Default Opmode] off [Opmode Start] 30 sec [IP] 192.168.100.100 [Subnet Mask] 255.255.255.0 [Gateway] 192.168.100.1 [Httpd Port] 80 [Httpd Status] listen [Telnetd Port] 23 [Telnetd Status] connected [Telnet Client #1] 192.168.100.177,1637 [Tftpd] disabled [RF Tx Power] 17 dBm Channel Table: (MHz) [Ch#01] 5736 [Ch#02] 5756 [Ch#03] 5776 [Ch#04] 5796 [Ch#05] 5816 [Ch#06] 5836 [Ch#07] 5736 [Ch#08] 5736 [Ch#09] 5736 [Ch#10] 5736 [Ch#11] 5736 [Ch#12] 5736 [Ch#13] 5736 [Ch#14] 5736 [Ch#15] 5736 [Ch#16] 5736 [Ch#17] 5736 [Ch#18] 5736 [Ch#19] 5736 [Ch#20] 5736 [Ch#21] 5736 [Ch#22] 5736 [Ch#23] 5736 [Ch#24] 5736 [Ch#25] 5736 [Ch#26] 5736 [Ch#27] 5736 [Ch#28] 5736 [Ch#29] 5736 [Ch#30] 5736 [Channel Scan Sequence] 5 v [Active Channel] 5 v Disconnected [Broadcast Packet] on [Auto Scan AP] on [TCP/IP for AP] off [TCP/IP for Local Eth] off [Remarks] Remarks [ARQ] on [RF Rx] 0 Kbps [RF Tx] 0 Kbps [Eth Rx] 0 Kbps [Eth Tx] 0 Kbps [Eth Rx] 1,629 bytes [Eth Tx] 2,812 bytes [RF Rx] 0 bytes [RF Tx] 0 bytes Success. Many of these parameters can be changed by the user. A description of each of these changeable parameters, along with the related command, is shown in the table below. Table 3: Reference Table of Basic SU System Information SU SYSTEM INFORMATION PARAMETERS AND RELATED COMMANDS SU Parameter Description Related CLI Command Device ID MAC Address of the SU N/A Base ID Specifies the cell or cluster to set baseid which the SU belongs. Example: #>Set baseid 10 SU ID M5580M-FSU Together with Base ID, it is the unique identifier of this SU used in association. It is used set suid Example: page 10 Configuration to execute commands from the AP ID Opmode Default Opmode IP Subnet Gateway TFTPD RF TX Power Channel Scan Sequence Active Channel Broadcast Packet Filter AP to this specific SU. Informational parameter that shows to which AP the SU is associated. Please note that AP ID is not used by the system for SU authentication. Current Opmode of radio. Determines the Opmode (“SU” or “OFF”) of the radio after reboot/power cycle. When the parameter is set to “SU,” the radio will progress into Opmode “SU” automatically fter reboot/power cycle. IP, Subnet, and Gateway address of radio. TFTPD status (on or off). TFTPD should be turned on to import file into radio (such as new firmware). Default is off. TFTPD will revert to off after reboot/power cycle. Current transmit power of the SU not including antenna gain. This is controlled during the association process. Shows the various channels (in sequence) that the SU will scan while searching for an AP. Shows the channel used in the current association, and "Associated" or "Disconnected" depending on the association status. This software switch (0) enables/disables the blocking of Ethernet control packets, except ICMP and ARP, to reduce the amount of #>Set suid 3 Informational Parameter opmode su [< y>] / off This sets the radio in Opmode “SU.” Or OFF set defaultopmode Example: #>set defaultopmode ap ipconfig [ ] Example: #>ipconfig 10.1.1.3 255.0.0.0 10.1.1.1 tftpd [ ] power set (Range is 7..21) freq scantable (displays scan table) freq scantable 5 v (sets Scan table to 5 v) Information Parameter sw 0 [ ] (default is on) Example: #>sw 0 on unnecessary overhead introduced to the wireless link. AP Autoscan M5580M-FSU Software switch (1) is to turn AP autoscan on or off. sw 1 [ ] (default is on) page 11 Configuration TCP/IP for AP HTTP services TCP/IP for Local Ethernet Remarks Counters: RF TX RF RX Eth TX Eth RX Software switch (2), when on, allows users at the AP side of the network to telnet or HTTP into the SU. Software switch (5), when on, allows local access via the browser This software switch (switch 6) when on, allows users on the wired side of the SU to telnet or HTTP into the SU. User definable radio information (i.e. customer name, address of installation, and so on). Stores a maximum of 28 characters can be stored. These are averages of wired and wireless, transmit and received, traffic in Kbps. sw 2 [ ] (default is on) sw 5 [ ] (default is on) sw 6 [ ] (default is on) remarks [ ] Example: #>remarks 678 Oak Ave Informational Parameter Establishing a Wireless Link If the AP and SU are properly configured and in opmode “ON”, the two radios will automatically begin the authentication process and become connected. To determine if the two radios are connected, type the sysinfo command. Example: #> sysinfo [Hardware Version] 5580 [MVC Version] 3893mvc_4p5_050913.arm [Firmware Version] FSU 2p0r3D05120701 [Device ID] 00 01 DE 00 04 47 [Base ID] 1 [AP ID] 1 [SU ID] 1 [System Up Time] 0 day(s) 00:34:15 [Opmode] off [Default Opmode] off [Opmode Start] 30 sec [IP] 192.168.100.100 [Subnet Mask] 255.255.255.0 [Gateway] 192.168.100.1 [Httpd Port] 80 [Httpd Status] listen [Telnetd Port] 23 [Telnetd Status] connected [Telnet Client #1] 192.168.100.111,1092 [Tftpd] disabled [RF Tx Power] 21 dBm Channel Table: (MHz) [Ch#01] 5736 [Ch#02] 5756 [Ch#03] 5776 [Ch#04] 5796 [Ch#05] 5816 [Ch#06] 5836 [Ch#07] 5736 [Ch#08] 5736 [Ch#09] 5736 [Ch#10] 5736 [Ch#11] 5736 [Ch#12] 5736 [Ch#13] 5736 [Ch#14] 5736 [Ch#15] 5736 [Ch#16] 5736 [Ch#17] 5736 [Ch#18] 5736 [Ch#19] 5736 [Ch#20] 5736 [Ch#21] 5736 [Ch#22] 5736 [Ch#23] 5736 [Ch#24] 5736 [Ch#25] 5736 [Ch#26] 5736 [Ch#27] 5736 [Ch#28] 5736 [Ch#29] 5736 [Ch#30] 5736 [Channel Scan Sequence] 1 h [Active Channel] 1 h Disconnected [Broadcast Packet] on [Auto Scan AP] on [TCP/IP for AP] off [TCP/IP for Local Eth] off [Remarks] Remarks [ARQ] on [RF Rx] 0 Kbps [RF Tx] 0 Kbps [Eth Rx] 3 Kbps [Eth Tx] 92 Kbps M5580M-FSU page 12 Configuration [Eth Rx] 66,191 bytes [Eth Tx] 79,526 bytes [RF Rx] 0 bytes [RF Tx] 0 bytes Success. #> The [Active Channel] field indicates whether the AP and SU are connected or disconnected. If connected, the AP and SU will automatically start passing Ethernet traffic over the wireless link. Changing IP Address Use the ipconfig command to change the radio’s ip address, subnet mask and gateway. Syntax: ipconfig [ ] Example: #> ipconfig 192.168.100.101 255.255.255.0 192.168.100.1 New configuration: [ip] 192.168.100.101 [subnet mask] 255.255.255.0 [gateway] 19 2.168.100.1 save and activate ? (y/n) y The new configuration will be saved and activated in 10 seconds. Success. #> LEDs LEDs are visible on the unit’s PCB between the reset button and the RJ-45 connector. The function of each LED is described below: LNK (green) Green: On solid for an established 10BaseT or 100BaseT Ethernet Link. 100 (green) Green: Solid if 100BaseT, Blinks only if there is activity (TX or RX) on the network when a 100 MBit connection is established. Off if a 10BaseT connection is established or if there is 10BaseT activity. RSSI (4 Amber LEDs) In all modes except “Survey”, the unit’s four yellow LEDs indicate the level of RF signal being received from a VALID AP or SU as appropriate. Yellow LED 1 : Begins blinking when RSSI is greater or equal to –90 dBm. On continuously at –85 dBm. This is the Leftmost LED Yellow LED 2 : Begins blinking when RSSI is greater or equal to –80 dBm. On continuously at –75 dBm. Yellow LED 3 : Begins blinking when RSSI is greater or equal to –70 dBm. On continuously at –65 dBm. Yellow LED 4 : Begins blinking when RSSI is greater or equal to –60 dBm. On continuously at –55 dBm. This is the rightmost LED. If no VALID AP or SU signal is detected the LEDs will not be on at all. M5580M-FSU page 13 Configuration In addition, these 4 LEDs shall flash ON for 2 seconds, then OFF for 2 seconds to indicate the 'factory reset' button has been activated and the reset successful. ASSOC (association LED (amber)): The ASSOC led blinks at the following rates: - Once every second when unit is powered on but opmode is OFF. - Twice per second while in opmode ON and scanning for an AP or SU. - Solid after unit is associated with the SU or AP. Power Settings Users may change the radio’s conducted output power using the power set commands or allow the AP to control the output power. The following sample demonstrates how to manually set the power. (Power range from 7 – 21) In this example the user sets the power to 19dBm: #> power set 19 Tx Power = 19 dBm Success. M5580M-FSU page 14 Using the HTTP Interface Chapter 4 Using the HTTP Interface This section describes a few more basic concepts and how to establish a basic wireless link with the AP, using the Browser (HTTP) Interface. This section addresses only the most basic steps in establishing a link in the lab, or a bench-top environment. It is highly recommended that you read the Access 5830 Users Guide to gain an understanding of all important configuration parameters and procedures prior to deploying any wireless equipment. Configure Basic Parameters Each SU must be set up with basic information to communicate with the AP. At a minimum the Base ID must match the Base ID of the AP, the SU ID must match the SU ID in the AP.s SUDB, and the AP.s active channel must exist in the SU.s AP Scan Sequence. To set up the SU, complete the following steps: 1. Connect to the SU (see Chapter two “Getting Started”), and open the Configuration page. 2. Open a browser session and type in the IP address of one of the radios. Default IP address is 192.168.100.100. 3. Leave the User name field blank and enter read write or read only Password. Press OK. Default password is trango. After logging on, the system information screen will be displayed. M5580M-FSU page 15 Using the HTTP Interface Configure Basic Cont. Navigation links are shown on the left side of the browser screen. Navigable links include: System Information Configuration Site Survey Help The lower left portion of the screen shows the unit’s current opmode, connection, channel, and antenna status. The main body of the System Information displays most of the key parameters. To view description of System Information entries within the radio, click the Help link. 4. Click on Configuration M5580M-FSU page 16 Using the HTTP Interface Configure Basic Cont. 5. Entered Base ID , AP ID (not required for establishing a link), and SU ID (This settings must match those entered on the AP for this unit.) 6. Click on “Change IDs” 7. Configured Default Opmode to “SU” (This will ensure that your SU will establish a link when the power is cycle.) 8. Enter Channel(s) and Polarization(s) “Scan AP Sequence.” (The SU will use these entries to look for an AP to link up to) 9. Click on “Save and Activate Settings” 10. Click on Activate Opmode. M5580M-FSU page 17 Using the HTTP Interface Configure Basic Cont. If all settings are entered correctly, and if AP is within operating range, the SU will establish a wireless connection and Ethernet traffic will begin to pass across the wireless link. The “Current Status” section can help you verify connection status. Signal strength (RSSI) received from the AP is also provided under this section. M5580M-FSU page 18 Deployment & Installation Chapter 5 Deployment & Installation Once you are familiar with the basic operation of the radios you are ready for deployment in the field. The deployment process consists of the following steps: • Site Selection • Site survey at AP and SU sites • AP installation • SU installation and antenna alignment • Link test Site Selection Proper site selection for your AP will help ensure a successful deployment. Site selection will depend on a wide variety of factors, but from the radio’s performance standpoint, please consider the following: • Path from AP to SU should provide unobstructed line-of-sight (LOS), thus it is advisable to place AP as high as possible on a tall building or tower. • Ethernet cable limit is 100 meters from Ethernet device (router, switch) to radio. • Radios should never be deployed without proper grounding. • Consider nearby sources of interference that could degrade the performance of the radio. Mount radios as far from sources of interference as possible. Site survey The radios provide an on-board site survey tool which measure the average and peak noise levels on any given channel. To use the survey tool, the radio must be in Opmode “OFF.” The survey can be performed for any specified amount of time (in seconds), and for either the horizontal or vertical polarization. Prior to performing the site survey, place the radio in the installation spot, and aim the radio in the desired direction. After the specified period, the results of this command will provide you with a listing of each channel in the band, the average signal received, and the maximum signal received during the survey period. Example: #> survey 10 h Press 'q' to stop. Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq 5724 5728 5732 5736 5740 MHz MHz MHz MHz Ch 1 MHz Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq Freq 5744 5748 5752 5756 5760 5764 5768 5772 5776 5780 5784 5788 MHz MHz MHz MHz Ch 2 MHz MHz MHz MHz MHz Ch 3 MHz MHz MHz (Survey Cont.) M5580M-FSU noise floor (peak / avg dBm) -98 / -98 -98 / -98 -98 / -98 -98 / -98 -98 / -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -81 -90 -89 -98 -81 -97 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 rssi by pkt (peak / avg dBm) -99 / -99 -99 / -99 -99 / -99 -99 / -99 -99 / -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 page 19 Deployment & Installation Freq 5792 Freq 5796 Freq 5800 Freq 5804 Freq 5808 Freq 5812 Freq 5816 Freq 5820 Freq 5824 Freq 5828 Freq 5832 Freq 5836 Freq 5840 Success. #> MHz MHz Ch 4 MHz MHz MHz MHz MHz Ch 5 MHz MHz MHz MHz MHz Ch 6 MHz -85 -79 -80 -98 -98 -77 -98 -79 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -98 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 -99 Channel Planning Based on the results of the site survey at each end of the link, choose a channel with the lowest noise floor. In order to reliably operate in the higher speed modes, clean spectrum is essential. RSSI Command and Antenna Alignment Once the site survey is completed, you are ready to install your radios. Typically it is best to install the AP first. To properly align the radios, use the built-in RSSI tool to achieve maximum signal strength. 1. Ensure SU is in Opmode “SU.” 2. Connect to the SU. 3. Login and type the command rssi. As you read the RSSI, move the antenna in the horizontal and vertical planes until the maximum RSSI reading is achieved 4. If it is not possible to receive an adequate RSSI reading, it may be necessary to reorient the SU (up/down, left/right), to increase the output power of the AP, or to move the SU to a location with better line-of-sight conditions to the AP. 5. Once you are satisfied with the RSSI reading, tighten down the SU in the optimum position. Example: #> rssi Press any key to stop. 0> AP -75 dB SU 1> AP -75 dB SU 2> AP -73 dB SU 3> AP -72 dB SU 4> AP -70 dB SU 5> AP -70 dB SU 6> AP -69 dB SU 7> AP -70 dB SU 8> AP -70 dB SU 9> AP -67 dB SU 10> AP -67 dB SU Success. M5580M-FSU -75 -75 -73 -71 -70 -69 -70 -70 -70 -68 -67 dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB dB Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected Connected page 20 Deployment & Installation RSSI Command Cont. Users can also view the RSSI LEDs on the bottom of the radio. See the figure below for more information. FOX Series Radio LED Guide 100 – This LED lights when connected to a 100BaseT network. The LED remains unlit when connected to a 10BaseT network LINK – Indicates Ethernet Receive/Transmit activity RSSI – Relative Signal Strength Indicator. Signal Strength Lit LEDs 0 LED -80 dBm 1 LED -75 dBm 2 LED -70 dBm 3 LED -65 dBm 4 LED -60 dBm ASSOC - This LED indicates one of four status: 1. Off – when there is no power at the radio 2. Blinks once every second – unit is powered on, but in Opmode “OFF” 3. Blinks twice per second – unit is in Opmode “SU”, and is scanning for an AP 4. Solid On – Unit is associated with an AP. RF Link Loopback Test (linktest command) The linktest command provides over-the-air throughput and packet error rate (PER) statistics for the wireless link. This command also provides RSSI at both the AP and SU. For more information and how to execute this command see the M5830 user manual. M5580M-FSU page 21 Deployment & Installation Strain relief and boot installation Prior to deployment, insert the Cat-5 Cable through Boot and the Foam strain relief. Next, insert Cat-5 Cable into the radio’s port opening. Next, clip front end of the boot into the unit and last clip the back end of the boot into to the unit, as shown in the photographs below. Mounting Hardware Radios are supplied with mounting hardware for pole installations. See diagram below for proper use of the mounting hardware. Figure X-X: M5580M – FSU Series SU Pole Mount (1” – 2” Diameter) M5580M-FSU page 22 Deployment & Installation Figure X-X: M5580M-FSU Series SU Wall Mount Figure X-X: Mounting M5580M-FSU with Mounting Cradle for AD5800-25 Reflector Dish M5580M-FSU page 23 Deployment & Installation Figure X-X: M5580M – FSU / AD5800 -25 Reflector Dish on Pole Figure X-X: M5580M-FSU / AD5800-25 Reflector Dish on Wall M5580M-FSU page 24 Chapter 6 Cabling and Weather Considerations Shielded twisted pair Cat-5 cable is recommended for all installations. The shield within the Cat-5 cable does not need to be grounded if the radio itself is grounded. It is important to consider that most Cat-5 cable will deteriorate over time if exposed to the weather (especially direct sunlight). It is recommended that installers place all Cat-5 cables inside conduit. Plastic conduit is sufficient. If metal conduit is used, it is not necessary to use shielded Cat-5 cable. Weatherizing Important! Please note that the silicon strain relief has a small gap when the cable is installed. This is normal . It is important to provide strain relief and drip loop for STP Cat-5 cables. Do not mount the radio upside down as water will enter the bottom of the radio and cause permanent damage Important! The Power-over-Ethernet injector is not a weatherized device and must be located either indoors or in a weather-protected cabinet. M5580M-FSU page 25 Firmware Upgrade Procedure Chapter 7 SNMP All current SUs support SNMP via the AP. All poll most be done through the AP. See the Access 5830 User Guide for further information on SNMP. M5580M-FSU page 26 Firmware Upgrade Procedure Chapter 8 Firmware Upgrade Procedure Before beginning, make sure that you have adequate TCP access to the unit. When upgrading through the wireless, ensure that your link is not experiencing any packet lost or packet corruption. If the link is experiencing packet lost or corruption, we recommend doing the upgrade via the Ethernet port at SU side instead. The following example uses MS windows operating system. After downloading the correct firmware and properly extracting it to a folder on your C or local drive, execute the following: 1. From a command or DOS prompt, Open a telnet session to the unit. Example: C:>telnet 192.168.100.100 (This sample uses the default IP address, you must use the correct IP address of your SU.) 2. At the login enter your password. The default password is trango. 3. Enable the tftp demon with the tftpd command Example: #>tftpd on 4. Open a second MS-DOS window, access the correct folder where the firmware files where extracted to. Example: C:> cd Trango Firmware C:\Trango Firmware>_ 5. Using windows TFTP utility, upload the firmware to the radio. Example: C:\Trango Firmware>tftp 192.168.100.100 put FSU58_2p0r3D05120701.s19 6. A “transfer success” will displayed. Return to the telnet session and verified the successful transfer of the file with the tftpd command Example: #> tftpd [Tftpd] listen [File Name] FSU58_2P0r3D05120701.S19 [File Length] 564606 bytes [File Checksum] 73 Success. Note: After the upload, the radio will activate the firmware automatically 7. To verified if the upgrade was successful, run the ver command and validate the new version. Example: #>ver [Hardware Version] 5580 [MVC Version] 3893mvc_4p5_050913.arm [Firmware Version] FSU 2p0r3D05120701 Success. If you have any problems with the upgrade process, contact Technical Support at (858) 653 – 3900 Ext 2. M5580M-FSU page 27 Appendix B Specifications Appendix B Command Set Summary ver Command Apsearch arq [on|off] Bye Exit freq [ ] freq scantable freq channeltable freq writescan … freq writechannel … help [ ] ipconfig [ ] log [<# of entries, 1..179> log <# of entries, 1..179> Logout opmode [off|su [y]] password ping polar power [ ] pppoeonly Reboot remarks [ ] reset [all|0..2] Rssi set apid set baseid set suid set httpport [<1…65534>] set telnetport [<1…65534>] ssrssi [ch, h/v>] survey
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