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Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh
Access Point Mounting Instructions
This document describes warnings, safety information, and mounting information needed during the
installation of your Cisco Aironet 1520 series outdoor mesh access point (hereafter called access point).
This document contains the following sections:
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Warnings, page 4
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What to Do Next, page 68
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Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines, page 69
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Access Point Mounting Instructions This document describes warnings, safety information, and mounting information needed during the installation of your Cisco Aironet 1520 series outdoor mesh access point (hereafter called access point). This document contains the following sections: Unpacking the Access Point, page 2 •...

  • Page 2: Unpacking The Access Point

    13 mm box-end wrench or socket set • • Adjustable wrench, 22 mm socket, or Sealcon S-2200-WR socket wrench • Small flat screwdriver for DC power connector • Optional power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 3 Customer supplied banding strap tool (BAND IT)—(AIR-BAND-INST-TL=) • Customer supplied 13-mm and box-end wrench or socket set • Customer supplied adjustable wrench, 22 mm socket, or Sealcon S-2200-WR socket wrench • Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 4: Warnings

    Translated versions of all safety warnings are available in the safety warning document that shipped with your access point. “Installing the Access Point in Hazardous Locations” section on page 57 for warnings that apply to hazardous location installations. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    FCC-certified equipment. When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Proper operation of this radio device according to the instructions in this publication results in user exposure substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
  • Page 6 (for example, U.S.:NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 810, Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54). Statement 1052 using a suitable service disconnect. Caution Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 7: Avoiding Damage To Radios In A Testing Environment

    Avoiding Damage to Radios in a Testing Environment For additional important safety instructions for AC power cords, refer to the AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points document that shipped with your AC power cords.

  • Page 8: Installation Guidelines

    Because the access point is a radio device, it is susceptible to common causes of interference that can reduce throughput and range. Follow these basic guidelines to ensure the best possible performance: For information on planning and initially configuring your Cisco Mesh network, refer to the •...

  • Page 9: Before Beginning The Installation

    The illustrations do not show antenna port 5, which is reserved for future use. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 10 3. The shielded Ethernet cable has a ground path through the power injector and the safety ground wire in the AC power cord Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074 Warning Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 11 2 to 16 in. (5.1 to 40.6 cm) diameter 5-GHz antenna Mounting bracket (part of pole mount kit) 1. Illustration shows antennas for an access point with two radios. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 12 (part of strand mount kit) 1. Illustration shows antennas for an access point with two radios. 2. Liquid tight connector not shown. 3. Stinger connector shown is user supplied. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 13 2.4-GHz antenna connector (RX) – – – 2.4-GHz antenna connector (TX/RX) 1. Antenna locations specified for a two-radio access point. 2. Reserved for future use. A plug is installed. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 14: Adding The Access Point Mac Addresses To The Controller Filter List

    Enter a description (32 characters maximum) of the access point in the Description field; for example, Step 5 Fisher_Street_00.0B.91.21.3A.C7 shows the location and MAC address of the access point. Choose an interface from the Interface Name pop-up menu, and click Apply. Step 6 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 15: Configuring A Rap

    Step 2 Click Wireless. When access points associates to the controller, the access point’s name appears in the AP Name list. Step 3 Double-click on an access point’s name. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 16: Mounting The Access Point

    Access Point Mounting Orientation, page 17 • Mounting the Access Point on a Wall, page 17 • Mounting the Access Point on a Pole, page 21 • • Cable Strand Mounting, page 28 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 17: Access Point Mounting Orientation

    Grounding rod 13-mm box-end wrench or socket set The mounting surface, attaching screws, and optional wall anchors must be able to support a 50 lb Caution (22.7 kg) static weight. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 18 Use four customer-supplied screws and optional screw anchors to attach the mounting plate to the Step 2 mounting surface. If necessary, use suitable screw anchors and an exterior-grade plywood backboard to mount the Note access point to stucco, cement, or drywall. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 19 0.25 in. (0.635 cm) space. Figure 7 Location of Access Point Top Support Bolt Hole Ground lug location Second bolt hole location M8 x16 bolt (supplied with pole mount kit) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 20 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical, and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm). (Optional) When using the optional Cisco external omnidirectional antennas, connect them to the access Step 7...

  • Page 21: Mounting The Access Point On A Pole

    When installing an access point on a vertical pole, mast, or a streetlight pole, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit. The kit supports metal, wood, or fiberglass poles from 2 to 16 inches in diameter. Assembling the Pole Clamp Bracket and the Mounting Bracket When installing an access point on a pole, mast, or a streetlight, you should use the optional Cisco pole mount kit.
  • Page 22 Screw the M8 nut onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt, and tighten just enough to prevent the bolt Step 2 from falling off. Step 3 Go to the “Pole Mounting” section on page Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 23: Pole Mounting

    Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap Caution brackets, because this does not properly secure the access point. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 24 Mounting the Access Point Figure 11 Clamp Bracket Assembly Mounted on Poles Larger than 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) Pole clamp bracket Metal mounting strap Strap slot in strap bracket Pole Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 25 Position the pole clamp bracket on the pole as needed before tightening the metal bands. Step 4 Note When the metal bands are tightened to the full tension, the pole clamp bracket cannot be adjusted unless the metal bands are cut or disassembled. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 26 Mounting the Access Point Tighten the metal bands using the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (Cisco AIR-BAND-INST-TL=), Step 5 following the operating instructions in the box with the tool. Ensure the metal bands are as tight as possible. Place the mounting bracket onto the pole clamp bracket support bolt (see Figure 13).
  • Page 27 (see Figure 15). The access point should be positioned with the LEDs on the bottom to allow viewing from the Note ground and with the hinged cover facing out. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 28: Cable Strand Mounting

    Ensure the front of the access point is vertical, and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs Step 14 (17.6 to 20.3 Nm). When using the optional Cisco external omnidirectional antennas, connect them to the access point as Step 15 shown in Figure 2.
  • Page 29 (see Figure 17). Only hand-tighten the bolts. Note When attached to the cable strand, the access point must be vertically adjusted before the final tightening of the bolts. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 30 Mounting the Access Point Figure 17 Strand Bracket Attached to Access Point Strand bracket Second M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) First M8 x16 bolt (with flat and lock washers) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 31 13 to 15 in. lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm). Figure 18 Clamp Bracket Attached to Cable Strand Two cable clips, flat washer, and a M8 flange nut on each cable support bolt Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 32 The strand support cable might have to be pulled away from the fiber or cable bundle. Be sure Note to resecure the cable as necessary. Note The strand support cable and the mounting hardware provide grounding for the access point. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 33 L fixed and L adjustable hole pair used for a cable strand sloping up to the left. • Figure 20 Strand Bracket Support Holes R fixed and adjustable support holes H fixed support holes L fixed and adjustable support holes Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 34 13 to 15 in. lbs (17.6 to 20.3 Nm). Figure 21 Attaching Strand Bracket to Clamp Bracket Left support bolt and M8 flange nut Strand bracket Right support bolt and M8 flange nut Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 35 Mounting the Access Point When using the optional Cisco external omnidirectional antennas, connect them to the access point as Step 6 shown in Figure Figure 22 Access Point Mounted to Cable Strand Clamp bracket with cable clamps Cable strand (only one strand shown)
  • Page 36 If the cover does not swing open easily, carefully loosen the hinge bolts again. Note Figure 23 Access Point Front View M8 x32 bolts Cover hinge M8 x32 bolts Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 37 6 to 7 ft lbs Step 4 (0.68 to 0.79 Nm). Figure 24 Hinged Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 38: Using The Reset Button

    (power cycle), all LEDs turn off for approximately 5 seconds and then the LEDs reactivate. Replace the reset button screw, and use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten to 22 to 24 in. lbs Step 3 (2.49 to 2.71 Nm). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 39: Grounding The Access Point

    If using insulated 6-AWG copper ground wire, strip the insulation as required for the grounding lug. Step 1 Use the appropriate crimping tool to crimp the bare 6-AWG copper ground wire to the supplied Step 2 grounding lug (Panduit PLCD6-10A-L). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 40: Connecting A Fiber-Optic Cable To The Access Point

    If your access point contains a backup battery pack, you must depress the reset button for Note 10 seconds or more (see the “Disabling Backup Battery Power” section on page 39). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 41 Figure 26 Fiber-Optic Cable Components SCTE 5/8 plug Four screws for each reel assembly SFP module slot Fiber-optic connector plug Fiber reels (large reel with small reel on top) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 42 Use an adjustable or open-end wrench to tighten the round end of the adapter to 2.7 to 3.2 ft lbs (3.66 to 4.34 Nm). Close the hinged cover (see the “Closing the Access Point Hinged Cover” section on page 37). Step 15 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 43: Powering The Access Point

    Use only the 1520 power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2) for the access point. This power injector is designed to meet the power requirements of the access point and is a listed Class 2 limited power source (LPS). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 44: Connecting An Ethernet Cable To The Access Point

    Use an adjustable wrench, a 22 mm socket, or the Sealcon S-2200-WR wrench to remove the Ethernet Step 3 connector plug from the access point (see Figure 28 for the location). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 45 Insert the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable into the round end of the liquid tight adapter (see Step 5 Figure 29), and pull several inches of cable through the adapter. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 46 Install an RJ-45 connector on the unterminated cable end, and insert it into the power injector. For typical Step 13 installation components see Figure Turn on power to the power injector. Step 14 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 47: Connecting Streetlight Ac Power

    Statement 363 For additional important safety instructions for AC power cords, refer to the AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points document that shipped with your AC power cords.
  • Page 48 Ensure that your antennas are connected to the access point before you apply power to the access Note point. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 49 Ensure that the antennas are connected to the access point before you apply power to the access point. Step 12 Turn on the power to the outdoor light control fixture at the designated circuits. Step 13 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 50: Connecting An Ac Power Cable To The Access Point

    National Electrical Code (NEC). Note For additional important safety instructions for AC power cords, refer to the AC Power Cords for Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points document that shipped with your AC power cords. The access point supports this Cisco AC power cable: 40 ft (12.2 m) AC power cable (AIR-CORD-R3P-40NA=)

  • Page 51: Connecting A Dc Power Cable To The Access Point

    If your access point contains a backup battery pack, you must press the reset button for 10 seconds or more (see the “Disabling Backup Battery Power” section on page 39.) Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 52 DC power connector). Figure 33 Location of the DC Power Liquid Tight Adapter Ground lug screw holes DC power connector with liquid tight adapter Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 53 6 inches of cable through the adapter. Strip the DC cable jacket back about 1 inch to expose the wires and strip the insulation about 3/8 in. (9.5 Step 6 mm) from each wire. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 54 Inserting the Terminal Strip into the DC Power Opening in the Access Point Case Two-position terminal strip Liquid tight adapter DC power cable DC power opening in access point case Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 55: Connecting A Cable Poc Power To The Access Point

    The cable modem MAC address is located on the bottom of the access point under the LEDs. Note Use an adjustable wrench to remove the cable connector plug (see Figure 37) from the access point. Step 6 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 56 Pin length is 0.75 + 0.1in. (1.91 + 0.25 cm). Step 10 Insert the cable Stinger connector pin into the cable POC connector opening in the access point case. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 57: Installing The Access Point In Hazardous Locations

    2 hazardous locations where ignitable concentrations of flammable gases, vapors, or liquids are not likely to exist under normal operation conditions). When you select the hazardous location option as part of the ordering process, Cisco configures the system to contain the new components. Two conduit adaptors and assembly instructions placed in the shipping box provide information and assembly procedures.

  • Page 58: Required Tools And Materials

    Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. To verify unit operation, perform POST on the device in a nonhazardous location before installation. Statement 1080 Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 59 170 West Tasman Drive CSA Certificate 1945576 San Jose, CA 95134-1706 Type 4, IP66 When installed in Class I, Zone 2 WARNING-DO NOT OPEN WHEN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE MAY BE PRESENT Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 60 G—Type of flammable substances; gas/vapor/mist • Ex nA II T5—This marking is the same as the AEx line except • for it is for the EU Ex certification. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 61 We recommend that you follow these steps in the sequence listed. Before you begin, you should refer to Figure 40 for AC power and ground installation details and to Figure 41 for Ethernet backhaul installation details. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 62 A 277 VAC or 480 VAC input can be used to support the 120 and 240 input voltage. The live and neutral wires can be wired to either connector, it makes no difference to the input on the power supply. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 63 Follow these steps to install the PG-13 1/2 NPT conduit adapters on your access point. Locate and remove two plugs in the upper left corner of the access point. See Figure Step 1 Figure 42 Port Plugs to Remove Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 64 The cover is hinged on the bottom. Carefully open the cover and swing it down. Step 2 If the cover does not swing open easily, carefully loosen the hinge bolts again. Note Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 65: Connecting Ground And Ac Power

    Using a wire stripper tool, remove the insulation from each wire. Remove only enough wire to provide a solid connection in the terminal block. The hot wires should have no bare wire exposed after the connection is made. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 66 44. Tighten each bolt to 3 to 4 ft lbs (0.34 to 0.45 Nm). Repeat Step 3 using the same tightening sequence to fully tighten each bolt to 6 to 7 ft lbs Step 4 (0.68 to 0.79 Nm). Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

  • Page 67: Performing Maintenance

    This section provides information about performing maintenance on an access point installed in a hazardous location. Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...
  • Page 68 What to Do Next Additional maintenance information can be found in Chapter 3 of the Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Hardware Installation Guide and Troubleshooting a Mesh Network. These documents are available at cisco.com at the following URLs: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/1520/installation/guide/1520_ch3.html...

  • Page 69: Related Documentation

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  • Page 70 Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines Cisco Aironet 1520 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Mounting Instructions 78-18269-04...

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