Proxim Tsunami MP.11 User Manual

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Tsunami MP.11 Antenna Installation

The electronics (power supply and radio) are designed for indoor mounting and operation. The ideal location

must satisfy the following requirements:

• The location provides a connection to a grounding type AC wall outlet (100-240 VAC), using the standard

power cord supplied with the unit. (Alternative power can be provided through Power over Ethernet.)

• The ground of the AC wall outlet must be connected to the same grounding system as the surge arrestor and

antenna mast (see “Grounding System” on page 19).

• The location must allow for easy disconnection of the radio hardware from the AC wall outlet.

• The location provides a connection to the network backbone (an Ethernet LAN cable that is connected to a

hub, bridge, or directly into a patch panel)

• The location is as close as possible to the point at which the antenna cable is to enter the building (see

“Placement of the Surge Arrestor” on page 13).

• The ideal location has a temperature of 0–55º C and a maximum relative humidity (non-condensing) of 95%.

CAUTION! The radio hardware, the surge arrestor, and the antenna mast must be connected to the

same grounding system.

Outdoor Hardware Placement

The 2454-R and the 5054-R are designed for outdoor mounting and operation.

To make optimal use of the units, you must find a suitable location for the hardware. The radio range largely

depends upon the position of the antenna. Proxim recommends you do a site survey, observing the following

requirements, before mounting the hardware.

• The location must allow easy disconnection of the unit from the power outlet if necessary.
• The radio units must not be covered, and air must be able to flow freely around it.
• The radio units must be kept away from vibration and excessive heat, and must be kept free from dust

buildup.

• The installation must conform to local regulations at all times.
• The location provides a connection to the network backbone (an Ethernet LAN cable that is connected to a

hub, bridge, or directly into a patch panel).

• The location is as close as possible to the point at which the antenna cable or Ethernet cable is to enter the

building (see “Placement of the Surge Arrestor(s)” on page 13).

CAUTION! The radio hardware, the surge arrestors, and the antenna mast must be connected to the

same grounding system.