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Contents 1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................1 1.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Referenced Documents......................................................................................................... 3 2 Network Planning and Configuration Considerations ...........................................
Access Point Product Specification Contents 5.5.2 Grounding the AP and GPS Antennas ........................................................................ 21 5.6 AP Mounting Details ........................................................................................................... 22 5.7 AP Pipe Mount Option ........................................................................................................ 22 6 Hardware Installation Verification .............................................
Access Point Product Specification Contents 8 AP Communication Troubleshooting ...............................................................................44 9 Troubleshooting Guidelines ............................................................................................ 45 10 Preventive Maintenance ...............................................................................................46 Appendix A Site Survey Worksheet....................................................................
Access Point Product Specification Contents Figures Figure 1. Ingenu Access Point ..................................................................................................... 1 Figure 2. High Level Diagram for Indoor Site Installation of AP and Equipment ......................... 2 Figure 3. High Level Diagram for Outdoor Site Installation of AP and Equipment....................... 3 Figure 4. PCTEL GPS Model GPSL1-TMG-SPI-40NCB ................................................................
Access Point Product Specification Contents Table 9. Fields on the Backhaul Configuration Screen .............................................................. 35 Table 10. Parameters on the Security Configuration Screen ..................................................... 39 Table 11. Fields on the Network Configuration Screen ............................................................. 41 Table 12. Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................................................
Revision History Revision Release Date Change Description A August 2, 2013 Initial release. viii 010-0021-00 Rev.
1 Introduction This document provides network planning, installation, configuration and preventive maintenance information for the Access Point model as a part of the Ingenu Total Reach Network (TRN). There are multiple configurations for the Access Point (AP) depending upon the country in which it will be used. For details, refer to the Access Point Product Specification (014-0030-00). Figure 1. Ingenu Access Point This document is compatible with the software versions shown in the following table.
Access Point Product Specification Introduction Ingenu APs are weatherproof with an IP 66 rating and can be installed indoors or outdoors. Ingenu offers various base station configurations to support a wide variety of installations. Section 5.4 defines these pre-configured base station packages. This document focuses on the installation, configuration, and maintenance of the Access Point. For base station-specific information, see the installation manuals for each of the base stations.
Access Point Product Specification Introduction AP Antenna OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT INDOOR EQUIPMENT (within a Building or Cabinet) Mounting height per network plan Exterior Wall Clear view of sky GPS Antenna Backhaul (10 Mb full duplex) LMR-400 Data/CAT5e Access Point (AP) PoE Injector CSP Minimal loss coaxial cable to maximize EIRP AC or DC source Coaxial Surge Protection (CSP) Grounding kit(s) as per manufacturer recommendations Data/PoE, CAT5e (< 100 m) Figure 3.
2 Network Planning and Configuration Considerations Prior to the installation of an AP at a new location, a number of network design and configuration decisions must be addressed. This chapter provides an overview of these decisions which should be reflected in the AP Installation Configuration Worksheet provided in Appendix B. Detailed network planning and configuration is outside the scope of this document. 2.
Access Point Product Specification Network Planning and Configuration Considerations Client or Server Mode operation Static or DHCP IP address assignment AP IP address, if static Netmask setting Default router DNS servers NTP servers Server port number Gateway Hostname or IP Address Gateway port number Channel assignment Reuse Code (Allows AP coexistence on the same channel) AP antenna cable attenuation in dB Transmit output power setting, most freque
3 Installation Prerequisites and Considerations Before starting the actual physical installation of an AP, it is very important to complete the prerequisite tasks outlined in this chapter as well as take into account the installation considerations indicated. Information gathering templates are provided in the appendices of this document. 3.1 Installation Prerequisites 3.1.1 Site Survey A site survey should be conducted prior to installation for all AP sites.
Access Point Product Specification Installation Prerequisites and Considerations AP antenna manufacturer AP antenna model Backhaul type Backhaul equipment location Backhaul configuration information AP and other equipment installation location Ethernet cable type and length, if required AP IP Address type, Static or Dynamic AP IP Address assignment, if static Netmask setting GPS cable length Default router DNS servers NTP servers Client or server mode of operatio
Access Point Product Specification Installation Prerequisites and Considerations NOTE 2: All outdoor antenna cable connections must be weather sealed in an appropriate manner. The table below shows the attenuation for common types of antenna lines. Table 2. Attenuation at 2.4 GHz for Common Types of Antenna Cables Model Size dB/25 ft dB/50 ft dB/100 ft dB/150 ft dB/200 ft LMR-400 .40 inch 1.7 3.4 6.8 10.2 13.6 FSJ4-50B ½ inch 1.5 3.1 6.1 9.2 12.2 LDF4-50A ½ inch .9 1.9 3.7 5.
Access Point Product Specification Installation Prerequisites and Considerations The PCTEL GPSL1-TMG-SPI-40NCB GPS antenna has a type-N female connector. NOTE: Most GPS antennas have a Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) that requires power from the AP. The AP supplies 3.3 V at up to 50 ma. If this current is exceeded, the AP detects the excess current and shuts down its GPS power supply. When this occurs, the AP sends a GPS antenna fault message back to the EMS.
Access Point Product Specification Installation Prerequisites and Considerations AP must be connected to the “Data + Power” side of the injector 48 VDC Laptop (configured to AP’s IP subnet) Ethernet L-com (PoE Injector) PoE AP Figure 5. Block Diagram Showing PoE Injector Connections 3.2.7 Ethernet Cable The Ethernet cable connection to the AP provides both data and DC power. The maximum Ethernet cable length is 328 feet (100 meters). A quality Cat5e or Cat6 cable is required.
Access Point Product Specification Installation Prerequisites and Considerations Cable Type Manufacturer Part Number RJ45 Connector Type Manufacturer Part Number CAT 6 STP Solid 10X8-591NH www.CableWholesale.com CAT 6 STP RJ45 Connectors, for Solid Cable CN150-45-10 Mfg: Abergetty Supplied by: www.deepsurplus.com NOTE: It is very important that connectors be specified for the cable being used.
4 Regulatory Warnings 4.1 Certifications The AP is designed to meet regulations for world-wide use. For information on the most current certifications, refer to the Access Point Product Specification (014-0030-00). A brief summary of current certifications is below.
Access Point Product Specification NOTE: WARNING: Regulatory Warnings 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.
Access Point Product Specification Regulatory Warnings 4.5 RF Exposure Statement FCC ID: XTE-ULPAP110. IC: 8655A-ULPAP110. This device is only authorized for use in fixed and mobile applications. To meet FCC and other national radio frequency (RF) exposure requirements, the antenna for this device must be installed to ensure a separation distance of at least 20cm (8 inches) from the antenna to a person. FCC ID: XTE-ULPAP210. This device is only authorized for use in fixed and mobile applications.
5 AP Installation 5.
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation Gateway/ Controller BASEBAND #1 SPDT Switch SPDT Switch Cable FE Match Cavity Filter SPDT Switch Chip LPF Maxim 2830 N type Chip LPF PA Box TX Balun Chip LPF SMA Tee Pad RX Balun- BPF Figure 6.
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation Dual Latency AP PA High Capacity Chip LPF TX SPDT SPDT FE Balun Switch Switch Match RF Transceiver 26MHz 2400MHz Chip SPDT LPF Switch N type LPF SMA Chip Cable Box Base Band #1 Tee Pad 30dBm/ Channel RX Diplexer Balun - BPF CH2 Pad LPF PA Low Latency Chip LPF SPDT SPDT FE Balun Switch Switch Match Chip SPDT LPF Switch N type Chip TX RF Transceiver 26MHz 2400MHz Tee Cable Box Base Band #2 CH1 SMA Gatew
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation 5.3 AP Installation Configurations The small size of the AP (9.1”H x 8.1”W x 4.5”D) and light weight allows for many installation configurations. For basic AP specifications, refer to Appendix C. The AP is designed to be installed indoors or outdoors. It may be mounted in any position indoors but should be mounted with its connectors facing down when installed outdoors.
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation AP Antenna GPS Antenna Equipment Cabinet Access Point (AP) CSP CSP = Coaxial Surge Protector Figure 10. High Level Grounding Diagram 19 010-0021-00 Rev.
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation 5.5.1 Grounding the AP and Antenna Cable Surge Suppressor A ground wire may be attached underneath one of the AP mounting bolts. A ground wire must be attached to the ground terminal on the inline coaxial surge protector which is inserted between the AP’s type N female antenna connector and the AP antenna cable. An example is shown in the following figure. Figure 11. Grounding the AP 20 010-0021-00 Rev.
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation 5.5.2 Grounding the AP and GPS Antennas If the AP and GPS antennas are not attached to grounded metal structures a ground wire should be attached to the base of both antennas. An example of grounding these two antennas is shown in the following figure. Figure 12. Grounding the GPS and AP Antennas 21 010-0021-00 Rev.
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation 5.6 AP Mounting Details Mounting options for the AP are discussed in this section. The AP is supplied with four mounting tabs that facilitate attaching the AP to a wall, in a cabinet, or to a strut channel, if required. The mounting tabs are attached to the AP by the installer using four provided, 5/16 inch self-tapping, hex head bolts. See the mounting tabs shown in Error! Reference source not found.. Mounting Tabs Installed Figure 13.
6 Hardware Installation Verification 6.1 Power Verification Prior to applying power to the AP, confirm with a Digital Voltmeter (DVM) that the DC voltage is correct at the PoE injector. The DC voltage should be between 48 VDC and 54 VDC. NOTE: The AP its self is not polarity sensitive, however, it is recommended that the barrel of the PoE power plug be at ground potential if the power system is grounded. 6.
Access Point Product Specification Hardware Installation Verification Figure 14. Return Loss Notes: Measurements should be taken with the antenna as well as with a 50Ω terminating load. Type and length of coaxial cable should be recorded for each run. Figure 15. Distance to Fault 6.4 Grounding Verify that the mounting hardware, AP, antenna cable, and lightning suppressor are properly grounded. 6.5 Connector Weather Sealing Verify that all outdoor connectors are properly weather sealed. 6.
7 AP Software Configuration via Web Interface The AP web interface can be accessed with a web browser connected locally at the data port of the PoE injector or remotely through the backhaul network. Ingenu recommends that you use one of the following internet browsers when using the AP web interface: Microsoft Internet Explorer® 8 or higher Mozilla Firefox®, any version Google Chrome™, any version NOTE: The AP web interface described in this chapter is compatible with AP software version 6.6.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7. Log into the AP as described in section 7.2. 8. After successfully logging into the AP, select “Admin” in the upper right corner of the screen. 9. From the Admin menu, select the Network submenu. 10. Follow the instructions in section 7.6.2 to make the required changes to the IP address, Netmask, and Default Router. 11.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface NOTE: After you log in, Ingenu recommends that you change from the default password to a personalized password. For instructions on how to do this, refer to section 7.6.1 Security Submenu. 18. After logging in, the home page displays as shown below. Block A above shows the four menus (i.e., Home, Access Point, Statistics, and Admin) that can be used to navigate to different configuration pages.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.3 Home Page On the Home Page, there are two submenus—Dashboard and About. 7.3.1 Dashboard Submenu The Dashboard is the initial screen that is displayed after logging in (shown below). The Dashboard displays GPS signal information. If the AP has GPS connected to it, GPS values are shown. NOTE: GPS verification MUST occur after completion of physical AP installation.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface Table 6. Fields on the Access Point Screen Column Heading Description Sat ID The Sat ID column provides the name of the GPS satellite to which the AP is locked or is tracking. Azimuth The Azimuth is the direction of a GPS satellite, measured clockwise around the observer’s horizon from north. Azimuth and altitude or elevation are usually used together to give the direction of an object in the topocentric coordinate system.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.4.1 TRN Config Submenu The Total Reach Network (TRN) Configuration screen (shown below) displays network configuration parameters at the time the AP was deployed. The following table defines the fields on this screen. To edit these fields, click on the Disable RF button. After you make the changes, click on the Save button and then the Enable RF button. NOTE: If you disable the RF, the AP is still connected to the Gateway.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface Field Unit Description Center Frequency MHz This field is not editable. The value for center frequency is determined from the setting for the Channel field. Broadcast Gold Code Hex This field is not editable.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.4.2 Field Config Submenu The Field Configuration screen (shown below) displays configuration parameters that were set at the time the AP was deployed. 32 010-0021-00 Rev.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface The following table defines the fields on this screen. To edit these fields, click on the Disable RF button. After you make the changes, click on the Save button and then the Enable RF button. NOTE 1: If you disable the RF, the AP is still connected to the Gateway. NOTE 2: The maximum transmit power for the AP and the Node is based on the setting in the Regulatory Domain field. Table 8.
Access Point Product Specification Field Unit/Forma t AP Software Configuration via Web Interface Description Power Control Parameters Target Excess SNR dB Default setting is 1 dB. Contact Ingenu (support@ingenu.com) prior to changing this parameter. Maximum BCH Power Control Target dB The default value is set according to country-specific regulatory requirements. Minimum BCH Power Control Target dB The default value is set according to country-specific regulatory requirements.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface The following table defines the fields on this screen. To edit these fields, click on the Disable RF button. After you make the changes, click on the Save button and then the Enable RF button. NOTE: If you disable the RF, the AP is still connected to the Gateway. Table 9.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.4.4 Site Survey Submenu The Site Survey screen (shown below) allows you to run a site survey, select the appropriate channel on which the AP operates, and determine the number of frames per channel. It also allows you to download survey results (sorted by RSSI or channel) and download diagnostic results. 7.5 Statistics Menu The Statistics menu has the following submenus: Throughput Counters 7.5.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.5.2 Counters Submenu The AP Counters screen (shown below) provides various counters for uplink and downlink. 7.6 Admin Menu The Admin menu has the following submenus: Security Network Logs 37 010-0021-00 Rev.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.6.1 Security Submenu The following Security Configuration screen provides information related to system services, administrator password, and SNMP configuration. 38 010-0021-00 Rev.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface The following table defines the fields on this screen. Table 10. Parameters on the Security Configuration Screen Field Description System Services Preferences Options are: Disable Tenet login? Enable SSL for Sockets? Change ‘admin’ Password Old Password To change the password, you must first enter the old password. New Password Enter the new password.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface Field Description Minimum Security Level Specifies SNMPv3 minimum security level. From the dropdown menu, the options are: No Auth No Priv Allows unauthenticated requests. Auth No Priv Allows authenticated requests without privacy or encryption. Auth Priv Allows authenticated requests with privacy to enforce use of encryption.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface 7.6.2 Network Submenu The Network Configuration screen (shown below) allows you to change the AP IP address, netmask, and default router as well as other network configuration parameters such as Ethernet speed and MTU, duplex mode, and DNS and NTP servers. The following table defines the fields on this screen. Table 11.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface Field Description IP Address IP address of the AP (e.g., default is 192.168.1.1) Netmask The default is 255.255.255.0. Default Router The default is 192.168.1.254. Ethernet Speed The speed at which data travels over the Ethernet connection. Setting options are: Auto, 10 Mbit, and 100 Mbit. The default setting is “Auto” which monitors the connection and displays the current speed.
Access Point Product Specification AP Software Configuration via Web Interface a. Select “Skip rollover to Secondary?” b. Change the primary settings c. Go to step 2. 7.6.3 Logs Submenu The Logs screen (shown below) allows you to download AP logs. By clicking on a dropdown menu, you can choose from five log levels that provide various levels of detail: Critical: This setting shows only critical log information. Error: This setting shows error and critical log information.
8 AP Communication Troubleshooting Before you leave the installation site, contact your network operations center (NOC) to verify that the AP is online and successfully communicating. If remote communication with the AP is not possible, perform the following steps: 24. Manually configure the following on a laptop: The IP address of the Ethernet port Netmask setting The Default Router setting 25. Unplug the backhaul connector from the data port of the PoE and connect the laptop to that port. 26.
9 Troubleshooting Guidelines Use the following table to help troubleshoot a problem. Table 12. Troubleshooting Guide Problem Action AP does not power up When the AP is powered, the Status LED illuminates or flashes. If not, check the Ethernet cable and connector for damage. (Status LED is not illuminated or flashing) Verify that the PoE injector is connected properly (i.e., the AP is connected to Data + Power side).
10 Preventive Maintenance The recommended preventive maintenance schedule for the AP is shown in the following table. For additional assistance, contact Ingenu Customer Support at (858) 592-6008 or support@ingenu.com. NOTE: Do NOT open the AP enclosure. Doing so voids the product warranty. Table 13. Preventive Maintenance Schedule Task Frequency 1. Verify that all connections are tight and secure. Annually 2. Verify that there is no visible damage to any wires or cables. Annually 3.
Appendix A Site Survey Worksheet Site Survey Required Information Completed Site name AP ID Site street address or other location information Site access information Landlord contact information Specific landlord requirements (Attach another sheet if there is significant information) Latitude Longitude Site type (building, tower, pole, or other) Height of existing structure AP equipment mounting location AP antenna mounting location and height Antenna line length required GPS mounting location GPS lin
Appendix B AP Installation Configuration Worksheet AP Installation Configuration Required information Completed Site name AP Name AP ID Deployment Region ID AP physical configuration (Outdoor, indoor, standalone, in cabinet, or other) Power source (120/240 VAC, 48 VDC, or solar) AP antenna manufacturer AP antenna model AP antenna gain AP antenna downtilt AP antenna cable type AP antenna cable length AP antenna cable loss GPS antenna model GPS cable type GPS cable length Backhaul type Backhaul equipment
Access Point Product Specification AP Installation Configuration Worksheet AP Installation Configuration Required information Default router (Default: 192.168.1.254) Completed DNS servers NTP servers AP Socket mode, Server or Client For System Release 2.1, the Client mode is always used. Server port number This is not used for System Release 2.1. TRN Gateway IP address TRN Gateway port number (Default: 5051) SNMP server address Channel assignment Reuse Code 49 010-0021-00 Rev.
Appendix C Basic AP Specifications The AP is equivalent to a base station. The following table provides the basic specification information for the AP. For detailed product specifications, refer to the Access Point Product Specification (014-0030-00). Size Inches: 9.1”H x 8.1”W x 4.5”D Millimeters: 232mm H x 202mm W x 111mm D Maximum Weight Pounds: 9.6 Kilograms: 4.
Appendix D Base Station Configuration Table 14.
Access Point Product Specification Base Station Option Description TRN-1031 Base Station TRN-1032 Base Station Base Station Configuration Applications Required Ingenu Hardware Indoor rack-mounted base station Contains a 19-inch rack 3RU shelf AP is mounted on the shelf Powered by either 120/240 VAC or 48 VDC Indoor rack mount environment with access to power and corporate IP network.
Appendix E Abbreviations and Terms Abbreviation/Term Definition AP Access Point. The RPMA network component geographically deployed over a territory. CIMA Critical Infrastructure Monitoring Application. The network component that passes data from the Gateway to the associated upstream databases. This product name is transitioning to On-Ramp Total View.
Abbreviation/Term Definition SSL Secure Socket Layer STP Shielded Twisted Pair TCP Transmission Control Protocol TRN Total Reach Network UL Uplink UTP Unshielded Twisted Pair liv 010-0021-00 Rev.
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