Tropos Networks Outdoor Installation Guide Tropos Networks, Inc. 1710 South Amphlett Boulevard Suite 304 San Mateo, CA 94402 USA Copyright © 2003 Tropos Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Part No.
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Contents 1 Installing the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Model Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation Hardware and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Site Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 C AC Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell This guide explains how to install the Tropos 5110 a Wi-Fi cell safely and is intended for a trained technical professionals.
Preparing for Installation Note The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be omni directional antennas with a gain of 7.4dBi or less. Antenna(s) must be installed by a trained professional. Operating the unit with non-qualified antennas is a violation of FCC Rules Part 15.203(c), Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47.
Preparing for Installation Installation Hardware and Tools Tropos Networks provides the following accessories to install the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell: One mounting bracket Two 4-inch diameter hose clamps Four 6-inch diameter hose clamps Five 5/16-inch #10-32 stainless steel hex head machine screws You must supply the following tools: 5/16 inch nut driver 1/4-inch flat blade screwdriver Tower mounting only: supply stainless or galvanized steel channel stock and 1/2-inch or 5/8-inch nuts, b
Preparing for Installation Antenna Options You can purchase the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell with an integrated omni-directional antenna (Model 51103000) or use your own external antenna (Model 51102100). Omni-directional antennas are best for systems requiring a signal distribution in more than one direction. To comply with FCC RF exposure limits, locate antennas at a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20cm) from people.
Mounting Instructions NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) — 120/208 VAC Warning Connect the AC powered outdoor system only to 120/208V AC power sources. Do not connect it to a power source of higher voltage. Safety Installing the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell can pose a serious hazard.
Mounting Instructions Metal Pole Mounting Figure 2 shows a typical installation with the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell mounted on an outdoor metal pole. Pole bracket (rotated) Sliding bracket Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell with sun shield Figure 2 Metal Pole Mounting fhp 037 To mount the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell on a metal pole: 1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell to any pipe or pole with diameter 1.75” to 10”. 2.
Mounting Instructions sliding bracket. Tighten the center bolt, but keep the bolts in the curved grooves slightly loose to permit rotation. 3. Slip the flat portion of the hose clamps under the inside lips of the pole bracket. 4. Use the hose clamps to attach the pole bracket to the pole. Depending upon the diameter of the pole, you may need to use a single small clamp, single large clamp, or pair of large clamps joined together. 5.
Mounting Instructions Wood Pole Mounting Figure 3 shows a typical installation with the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell mounted on an outdoor wood pole. fhp_037w Figure 3 Wood Pole Mounting To mount the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell on a wood pole: 1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell to any outdoor wood pole of diameter at least 1.75 inches. 2. Remove the pole bracket from the sliding bracket. 3. Level the sliding bracket against the pole. 4.
Mounting Instructions 5. Slide the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell into place and secure it at the end with two #10-32 hex head machine screws. To continue installing the outdoor system, see “Connecting Antennas” on page 13. Tower Mounting You can mount the outdoor system to an outdoor tower. Note At the antenna level, the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell must be free from metal obstruction within a 4-foot radius (Figure 4 on page 9).
Mounting Instructions Streetlight Mounting You can mount the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell on the horizontal or angled arm of a streetlight. Figure 2shows a typical streetlight mounting installation. fhp_039 Figure 5 Streetlight Mounting To mount the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell on a streetlight: 1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell to any streetlight arm with diameter 1.75” to 10”. 2.
Mounting Instructions 90 degrees and reattach it to the sliding bracket. Tighten the center bolt, but keep the bolts in the curved grooves slightly loose to permit rotation. 3. Slip the flat portion of the hose clamp under the inside lip of the pole bracket. 4. Use the hose clamps to attach the pole bracket to the streetlight. Depending upon the diameter of the pole, you may need to use a single small clamp, single large clamp, or pair of large clamps joined together. 5.
Mounting Instructions Mounting for Downward Facing Antennas In areas with significant ice and snow, it may be desirable to mount the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell with the antenna facing downward. To do so, you must remove the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell from its sun shield and reattach it facing downward (Figure 6). Remove and flip sun shield to reinstall to outdoor unit with antennas oriented downward Figure 6 Reattaching sun shield for downward facing antennas To prepare for downward facing antennas: 1.
Connecting Antennas Connecting Antennas This section applies to external antennas used with Model 51102100. You can mount the antenna on a pole and then use cables to attach it to the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell. After mounting, secure the antenna with Loctite and waterproof it. Figure 7 shows an installation with external antenna cabling. Warning Do not locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits.
Connecting Antennas 3. When you are satisfied with the trial placement of the antenna cables, remove the antenna connections from the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell and apply two drops of Loctite Threadlocker 242 to the antenna connector thread (Figure 8 on page 15). 4. Install the antenna cables. Note To ensure good electrical contact with the antenna, do not get Loctite on the center conductor pin of the antenna cable or outdoor system connector.
Connecting Antennas Waterproofing Antenna Connections Figure 8 shows how to waterproof the antenna connections after they are installed. Apply 2 drops of Loctite to threads Apply tape around antenna joints Tx/Rx diversity port Rx port fhp_042 Figure 8 Waterproofing Antenna Connections To waterproof the antenna connections: 1. Locate the antenna waterproofing tape included in the antenna installation kit. 2. Wrap a piece of waterproofing tape tightly around each antenna or antenna cable connection.
Connecting Antennas Replacing the Antenna Figure 9 shows the location of the antennas installed with the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell. To replace the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell antennas: 1. Turn power off to the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell. 2. Remove the waterproofing tape from the antenna connections. 3. Unscrew the antennas. 4. Replace the antennas and apply two drops of Loctite Threadlocker 242 to the antenna connector thread. 5. Waterproof the antenna connections (“Waterproofing Antenna Connections” on page 15).
Grounding the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell Grounding the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell Caution You must install an external grounding wire if the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell is installed on a non-metal pole or if the metal installation pole is not properly grounded. You must also ground the outdoor data protection device to a bonded pipe or ground rod. Make sure that grounding is complete before you connect power.
Connecting Power Grounding the Data Protection Device A data protection device, the Network Protection Unit (NPU), is an orderable accessory for the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell gateway. Figure 11 shows the grounding arrangement. RJ 45 port Network Protection Unit 10 AWG wire to ground Grounding strap on water pipe or grounding rod Data cable enters building wall through conduit fhp_044 Figure 11 Grounding the Data Protection Device To ground the data protection device: 1.
Connecting Power Warning Before you work on an electrical circuit, make sure the power is off. Turn off the breaker to the circuit you plan to work on. Post a sign on the service panel so nobody tries to reconnect power while you are working on the circuits. Double-check the circuit with a circuit tester before you touch it to make sure the correct breaker has been disconnected. Categories of Power The IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Category C standards (equivalent to the IEC Cat 3 standards) define Categories A-C.
Connecting Power Outdoor units powered from distribution panel are in Overvoltage Installation Category B Category A Category C Category B Outdoor units powered from electrical meter are in Overvoltage Installation Category C Category C fhp_045 Figure 12 IEEE/ANSI C62.
Connecting Power Connecting DC Power (Power over Ethernet) Figure 13 shows the DC power connections for power over Ethernet, Figure 14 shows the pin locations for the RJ45 connector, and Table 3 on page 23 gives the pin definitions. Make sure that the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell is properly grounded before connecting power. Note Only use shield Cat5 cable rated for outdoor use.
Connecting Power Shielded cat5 cable to Shielded cat5 cable to Network Protection Unit Network Protection Unit DC injector DC injector Network Network Shielded cat5 cable Shielded cat5 cable (not included) (not included) Data cable Data cable Network Protection Unit Network Protection Unit grounded to electrical ground rod grounded to electrical ground rod or water pipe or water pipe fhp_046 fhp_046 Figure 13 Connecting DC Power Figure 14 RJ45 Pin Locations Outdoor Hardware Installation Guide 22
Connecting Power Table 3 RJ45 Pin Descriptions Pin Signal Description 1 TXD+ TX Data 10/100BaseT 2 TXD- TX Data 10/100BaseT 3 RXD+ RX Data 10/100BaseT 4 PoE+ Feeding power input 24 to 48 Vdc(+) 5 PoE+ Feeding power input 24 to 48 Vdc(+) 6 RXD- RX Data 10/100BaseT 7 PoE- Feeding power input 24 to 48 Vdc(-) 8 PoE- Feeding power input 24 to 48 Vdc(-) To connect a DC power source (power over Ethernet): 1. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits. 2.
Connecting Power Connecting to AC Power (Category C) Figure 15 shows the AC power connections for a Category C AC power source. AC wiring in junction box Wire nuts Green wire White wire Black wire To outdoor unit AC power from meter To power source fhp_047 Figure 15 Connecting Category C AC Power To connect an AC power source: 1. Verify that the service voltage is 120/208 VAC. 1. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits. 2.
Connecting Power Note The Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell is equipped with additional AC surge protection and dual fuse branch circuit protection. Additional ISA branch circuit protection is not required in the upstream power distribution. Connecting to Streetlight Power (Category C) Figure 16 shows the power connections for Category C streetlight power. Use the 3-prong NEMA twist-lock adapter with twist-lock style photoelectric controls for outdoor lighting commonly used by utilities.
Connecting a Data Port Warning Connect the outdoor system only to a twist-lock style outdoor lighting control powered by 120/208 VAC. Do not connect it to twist-lock style outdoor lighting controls powered by higher voltage. To connect a streetlight power source: 1. Verify that the service voltage is 120/208 VAC. 2. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits. 3. Remove the photosensor from the streetlight. 4.
Connecting a Data Port Note Only use shield Cat5 cable rated for outdoor use. For protection against risk of fire, electrical hazard and to ensure the reliable operation of this equipment, the shields of the Cat5 cable must be properly terminated and bonded to the unit and to the protective earth (PE) at the building entrance. Note National Electrical Codes (NEC) Article 800 requires the use of Agency Listed (UL/CSA) Building Entrance Protector for all power and communications cables entering a building.
Connecting a Data Port Figure 17 shows how to connect a data cable to the management and LAN ports. Network Protection Unit Data connection with watertight plug Shielded cat5 cable (not included) fhp_050 Figure 17 Connecting a Data Port To connect a DC power source (power over Ethernet): 1. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits. 2. Run shielded Category 5 Ethernet cable appropriate for outdoor use from a network protection unit (NPU) to the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell. 3.
Connecting Peripherals Connecting Peripherals If your Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cell is AC-powered, you can connect a peripheral to either of its ports. 24V power is available on the unused electrical pair (rating 10 watts). Figure 18 shows the pin locations for the RJ45 connector, and Table 4 shows the associated pin descriptions. Note Since peripheral connections require AC power, this configuration is not compatible with power over Ethernet.
A Safety Information This chapter describes important safety and service information for the outdoor system and contains the following sections: Safety Information for the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cells Service Instructions Safety Information for the Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi Cells The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment.
Service Instructions In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons. High-gain, wall-mount or mast-mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 12 inches (30 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Please contact your professional installer, VAR, or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements.
Service Instructions Caution For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating of fuse. Caution The Tropos 5110 Wi-Fi cell has dual fusing.
B Product Specifications Table B-1 Physical Specifications Physical Dimensions Inches Centimeters Height Width Depth 8.5 13.0 7 21.59 33.02 17.78 Weight lbs - maximum 19 Kg - maximum 7.1 Mounting Pole Diameter Temperature 1.
Table B-2 Interfaces Data Interface IEEE 802.3 10/100BaseT Management Interface IEEE 802.3 10/100Base T Distance (km) Connector 0.37 (10BaseT Duplex Setting) Weathertight RJ45 Distance (km) Connector 0.37 (10BaseT Duplex Setting) Weathertight RJ45 Wireless Interface Standard Frequency Range IEEE 802.11b Wi-Fi 2400 to 2485 MHz ISM Band Modulation DSSS; DBPSK @ 1 Mbps, DQPSK @ 2 Mbps, CCK @ 5.5 and 11 Mbps TX Power 28dBm EIRP 36 dBm (7.
Table B-3Power Options / Consumption Power Over Ethernet (POE) Single Phase VAC IEEE/ANSI C62.41 CAT C Power 24 to 48 Vdc/1A maximum 14W/19W typical/max 120, 208 VAC 28W/238W typical/max Protection Circuits Antenna Protection VAC Surge Protection Integrated Branch Circuit Protection Data Port Protection Outdoor Hardware Installation Guide <= 0.5µJ for 3kA @ 8/20µS Waveform EN61000-4-5 Level 4 Surge Immunity IEEE/ANSI C62.
Table B-4 Certifications, Other Certifications CFR 47 FCC Part 15.C; Class A UL 60950 Listed I.T.E. CAN/CSA-C22.2 60950-00 UL 50 IEC 60664-1 Rated for Outdoor Use CAN/CSA-C22.
C AC Wiring Diagrams This appendix contains wiring diagrams for AC power: Table 19 — Photoelectric Power Tap Table 20 — Category C Outdoor Hardware Installation Guide 40
PT020004 (4') or PT020020 (20') Photoelectric Power-Tap Power Input Cable 2Wire - 120/208/240Vac 1 Length: 4' or 20' NEMA Plug - UL Standard 773 Plug-in locking type for photocontrols in use with area lighting North White 2 L2 / N 3 L1 16/2 SOOW Black Amphenol T3109-001 PE Carol P-7K-123033 MSHA Power-Tap 120Vac single phase; two wire service Black L1 N Input Power Cable White North PT020004 or PT020020 N North Black L1 White L1 L2 Protective Earth Black L1 NEMA Photoelectric Control /
PT230025 Overvoltage Category 3 or IEEE/ANSI C62.
Index G ground connecting 17, 18 I A AC wiring diagrams 40 antenna options 4 antenna type and placement 4 antennas cable-attached 13 connecting 13 waterproofing 15 B building materials 4 C cable-attached antennas 13 categories of power 19 connecting AC power 20 antennas 13 category III AC power 24 DC power 21 power 18 connecting a data port 26 connecting peripherals 29 installation considerations antenna options 4 site surveys 4 installation hardware and tools 3 L location guidelines 3 M model numbe
specifications 36 streetlight mounting 10 streetlight power 25 T Tropos 5110 model numbers 1 W waterproofing antenna connections 15 Outdoor Hardware Installation Guide 44
