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Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous
Locations Installation Guide
April 2019
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  • Page 1 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide April 2019 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883...
  • Page 2 Modifications to this product not authorized by Cisco could void the FCC approval and negate your authority to operate the product. The Cisco implementation of TCP header compression is an adaptation of a program developed by the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) as part of UCB’s public domain version of the UNIX operating system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Multiple Radio Operation 1-14 Antenna Configurations 1-15 Safety Precautions 1-18 Multiple Power Sources 1-19 Ethernet (PoE) Ports 1-20 Fiber Option 1-20 Metal Enclosure 1-21 Optional Hardware 1-21 Network Deployment Examples 1-21 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Access Point Mounting Orientation 3-46 Mounting the Access Point on a Wall 3-46 Mounting the Access Point on a Pole 3-51 Assembling the Pole Clamp Bracket and the Mounting Bracket 3-51 Pole Mounting 3-53 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 5 Monitoring the Access Point LEDs 4-84 Verifying Controller Association 4-85 Changing the Bridge Group Name 4-86 Connecting to the Access Point Locally 4-86 Access Point Power Injector 4-87 Monitoring the Power Injector LEDs 4-89 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 6 Access Point Models Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure United States Canada European Union Australia Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan Japanese Translation English Translation Japanese Translation B-10 English Translation B-10 VCCI Statement for Japan...
  • Page 7 Configuring DHCP Option 43 F-27 A P P E N D I X Overview F-28 Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, 1520, and 1550 Series Access Points F-29 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 8 Contents Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide. Objectives This publication explains the steps for installing the Cisco Aironet 1552 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point for Hazardous Locations (called the access point in this document). The 1552 model is a dual-radio platform that supports dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) operation.

  • Page 10: Organization

    This publication uses the following conventions: Convention Description boldface font Commands, command options, and keywords are in boldface. italic font Arguments for which you supply values are in italics. Elements in square brackets are optional. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide viii...

  • Page 11: Related Documents

    Release Notes for Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers and Lightweight Access Points • Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide • Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point Power Injector Installation Instructions • Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 12: Finding The Product Serial Number

    Click this link to browse to the Cisco Wireless documentation home page: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/wireless/index.html To browse to the access point documentation, click Cisco Aironet 1550 Series listed under “Outdoor and Industrial Wireless.” The documentation can be accessed from the Support box.

  • Page 13: Obtaining Documentation, Support, And Security Guidelines For The Isa100 Wireless And Wirelesshart Multiprotocol Radio

    For information on obtaining documentation and support, providing documentation feedback, security guidelines, and recommended aliases and general Cisco documents, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Product Documentation, which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation, at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/whatsnew/whatsnew.html...
  • Page 14 Preface Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Overview

    (hereafter called a controller) as described in the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Configuration Guide. The Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide describes how to plan and initially configure the Cisco mesh network, which supports wireless point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and mesh deployments.

  • Page 16: Hardware Models

    Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Models Hardware Models The model numbers (or part numbers) and configuration for the Cisco Aironet 1552 Outdoor Mesh Access Points for Hazardous Locations are described in Table 1-1. A detailed list of components supported by each 1552 access point model is shown in Table 1-2.
  • Page 17 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Models 1552S Model Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 18 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Models 1552WU Model Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 19 2.4 GHz antenna. Countries (regulatory domains) represented by the variable x are described at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps56 79/ps5861/product_data_sheet0900aecd80537b6a.html For specific regulatory domains supported by this model, refer to the product data sheet at: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/wireless/ps56 79/ps5861/product_data_sheet0900aecd80537b6a.html Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 20: Regulatory Domains

    To locate the 1552 access point models, click on 802.11abgn Mesh Access Points. Hardware Features This section describes the hardware features of the 1552 access point models. The following hardware features are described in this section: Connectors, page 1-7 • Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: Connectors

    The liquid-tight adapter(s) supplied in the kit are IP68/69 certified with .200 to .350 diameter cables but Caution not ATEX certified or hazardous locations compliant. The installer must use cable glands appropriate to the installation. 1552H Figure 1-1 Access Point Model AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9 Bottom Connectors Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 22: 1552Sa/Sd

    Antenna port 6 (ISA100 Wireless LEDs (Status, Up Link, RF1, RF2) and WirelessHART RX) AC (1552SA) or 24 VDC (1552SD) Copper Ethernet - (PG13.5 Thread) power input port and fiber backhaul port - (1/2NPT thread) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: 1552Wu

    Antenna port 6- 2.4 GHz Tx/Rx LEDs (Status, Up Link, RF1, RF2) 24 VDC power input port Ethernet (PG 13.5 thread) for data cable (outdoor cat 5 STP cable) Cable Gland entry (1/2-NPT thread) Not used Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 24: Console Connector

    Console port Not used on the H model, Fiber port on the S model. (5/8-24UNEF-2B) Figure 1-5 Console Port for Access Point Model AIR-CAP1552WU-x-K9 Console port (internal on the 1552WU) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-10...

  • Page 25: Dc Power Connector

    Ground lug location (connection for earth grounding (minimum VD 16 mm, 6 awg) (M4x.7 .30 THD Depth) 1552 Antenna Ports Figure 1-7 shows the antenna port locations for model AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-11...
  • Page 26 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Figure 1-7 External Antenna Port Locations for Access Point Model AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-12...

  • Page 27: 1552Sa/Sd Antenna Ports

    GHz RX Wireless and WirelessHART 2.4 GHz RX Antenna port 3- Type N connector Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz TX/RX 1552WU Antenna Ports Figure 1-9 shows the antenna port locations for model AIR-CAP1552WU-x-K9. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-13...

  • Page 28: Multiple Radio Operation

    1 to 11 in US, 1 to 13 in Europe, and 1 to 13 in Japan. It has two transmitters with a maximum total output power of 28 dBm for 802.11b/g/n operation. Output power is configurable to 5 levels. It has three receivers that enable maximum-ratio combining (MRC). Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-14...

  • Page 29: Antenna Configurations

    Figure 1-7, Figure 1-8, and Figure 1-9 show the antenna port locations. Table 1-3 Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna Supported Models and configuration information Number of Antennas 1552SA/ Part Number Description Gain 1552H 1552SD...
  • Page 30 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Figure 1-10 Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna - Installed on Model AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9 Antenna connected to antenna port 4 (Type N connector) (Wi-Fi TX/RX) Antenna connected to antenna port 5 (Type N connector) (Wi-Fi RX) Antenna connected to antenna port 6 (Type N connector) (Wi-Fi TX/RX)
  • Page 31 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Figure 1-11 Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna and Cisco Aironet 2.4 GHz Omnidirectional Antenna - Installed on Model AIR-CAP1552SA/SD-x-K9 Antenna port 1- Type N connector Wi-Fi 2.4/5 Antenna port 6- Type N connector ISA100 GHz TX/RX Wireless and WirelessHART 2.4 GHz TX/RX...

  • Page 32: Safety Precautions

    National Electrical Code, Article 810, Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54). Statement 280 For your safety, read and follow these safety precautions. Before you install an antenna, contact your Cisco account representative to explain which mounting method to use for the size and type of antenna that you are about to install.

  • Page 33: Multiple Power Sources

    The 1500 power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=) must be used in an indoor environment only, and is not Caution certified for installation within hazardous locations environments. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-19...

  • Page 34: Ethernet (Poe) Ports

    PoE switches, and 802.3af/at power sources cannot provide adequate power, which may cause the access point to malfunction and cause possible over-current conditions at the power source. Fiber Option The 1552WU access point does not support Fiber. Note Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-20...

  • Page 35: Metal Enclosure

    1000Base-SX multimode Rugged SFP module • SFP modules are not hot-swappable. Note The 1552H and 1552S have one SFP port for fiber use, located on the bottom of the unit. The 1552H is shown on Figure 1-1, and the 1552S is shown in Figure 1-2.

  • Page 36: Wireless Backhaul

    MAP and transfers wireless client traffic to the RAP for transfer to the wired network. Control And Provisioning of Wireless Access Points (CAPWAP) control traffic is also transferred over this bridged link. Figure 1-13 Access Point Backhaul Example (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) (5 GHz) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-22...

  • Page 37: Point-To-Point Bridging

    GHz wireless coverage area may be limited and possibly not suitable for direct wireless client access. Figure 1-15 illustrates an example of access point-to-multipoint bridging. Figure 1-15 Access Point to Multipoint Bridging Example (5 GHz) (5 GHz) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-23...

  • Page 38: Point-To-Multipoint Mesh Network

    Wi-Fi devices and applications, but also supports wireless field I/Os and actuators on both ISA100 Wireless and WirelessHART protocols. Along with robust and reliable Cisco Outdoor Wi-Fi wireless mesh, it also creates parallel Industrial Wireless Automation Network to support field sensors and actuators running on either or both of the two protocols.
  • Page 39 Chapter 1 Overview Hardware Features Refer to to Honeywell OneWireless Network - Multiprotocol Wireless IO & System documentation on www.honeywell.com for further details. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-25...

  • Page 40: Wirelesshart Gateway Configuration

    This following information is abbreviated and is intended only to serve as a introduction. Refer to Emerson's WirelessHART Gateway documentation for complete details. Figure 1-17 Typical Mesh Configuration Using Cisco 1552WU Access Points with Sensors Table 1-4 The default IP addresses for the WirelessHART Gateway are:...
  • Page 41 To change the User Accounts Passwords: Navigate to Setup>Security>User accounts. Step 1 Set the new password for each role based user account, and confirm. Step 2 Click Submit. Step 3 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-27...

  • Page 42: Layer 3 Network Operation

    Cisco. Figure 1-18 illustrates a typical Layer-3 wireless network configuration containing access points and a controller. Figure 1-18 Typical Layer 3 Access Point Network Configuration Example Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 1-28...
  • Page 43 • Safety Information, page 2-32 • Avoiding Damage to Radios in a Testing Environment, page 2-35 • • Additional Considerations for Hazardous Locations, page 2-35 • Installation Guidelines, page 2-39 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-29...

  • Page 44: Before You Begin

    Pole Installation Hardware and Tools, page 2-31 • Optional Tools and Hardware The optional tools and hardware that can be obtained from Cisco are: Optional power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=) • Caution: Power injector (AIR-PWRINJ1500-2=) is not certified for installation within hazardous Caution locations environments.

  • Page 45: Optional Tools And Hardware That You Supply

    Two stainless steel mounting straps – Customer 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 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-31...

  • Page 46: Warnings

    Warnings Warnings Translated versions of all safety warnings are available in the safety warning document that shipped with your access point or on Cisco.com. To browse to the document on Cisco.com, refer to Appendix A, “Translated Safety Warnings” for instructions.

  • Page 47: Fcc Safety Compliance Statement

    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 48 If any part of the antenna system should come in contact with a power line, do not touch it or try to • remove it yourself. Call your local power company. They will remove it safely. If an accident should occur, call for qualified emergency help immediately. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-34...

  • Page 49: Avoiding Damage To Radios In A Testing Environment

    This document does not provide specific procedures for installing conduit. You must ensure that your Note installation techniques and procedures comply with Class I, Division 2/Zone 2 hazardous location installation regulations for your geographic location. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-35...

  • Page 50: Warnings

    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. Assembly instructions placed in the shipping box provide information and assembly procedures.
  • Page 51 This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed from the switch and cannot be accidentally be turned on, or verify that the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. Statement 1070 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-37...

  • Page 52: Compliance

    Class I—Environment containing flammable gases, vapors, or • liquids Zone 2—Environment classification used in North America • Group II—Gas identification for Zone II, which includes: • IIa—Propane – IIb—Ethylene – IIc—Acetylene & Hydrogen – Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-38...

  • Page 53: Kosha Certificate Information (For Korean Hazardous Locations)

    Follow these basic guidelines to ensure the best possible performance: • For information on planning and initially configuring your Cisco Mesh network, refer to the Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide. Review the FCC guidelines for installing and operating outdoor wireless LAN devices at •...

  • Page 54: Site Surveys

    The access points can be installed at any height, but best throughput is achieved when all the access • points are mounted at the same height. Cisco recommends installing the access points no higher than 40 feet to allow support for wireless clients on the ground.

  • Page 55: Becoming Familiar With Access Point Installation Components

    The liquid-tight adapter(s) supplied in the kit are IP68/69 certified with .200 to .350 diameter cables but Caution not ATEX certified or hazardous locations compliant. The installer must use cable glands appropriate to the installation. Figure 2-1 Components in a Typical Access Point Installation Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-41...
  • Page 56 Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074 Warning Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-42...

  • Page 57: Antenna N-Type Connector Locations

    Log into your controller using a web browser. Step 1 Step 2 Choose SECURITY > MAC Filtering > New. Step 3 Enter the MAC address of the access point to the MAC Filter list; for example, 00:0B:91:21:3A:C7. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-43...

  • Page 58: Configuring A Rap

    Find Mesh Information, and choose Root AP by clicking the drop-down arrow in the AP Role field. Step 5 Click Apply. Repeat Steps 2 through 5 for each RAP. Step 6 Log out from your controller, and close your web browser. Step 7 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 2-44...

  • Page 59: Mounting On A Wall Or A Pole

    Installation Option The Cisco Aironet 1552 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Point for Hazardous Locations are installed using the optional Pole Mount installation kit, which is used for pole or wall installations Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

  • Page 60: Access Point Mounting Orientation

    Table 3-1 lists the material that you will need to provide in addition to the pole mount kit. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-46...
  • Page 61 Grounding rod • 13-mm box-end wrench or socket set • Caution The mounting surface, attaching screws, and optional wall anchors must be able to support a 50-lb (22.7 kg) static weight. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-47...
  • Page 62 Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark four screw hole locations on your mounting surface. See Step 1 Figure 3-1 for the mounting bracket screw hole locations. You can optionally use the individual mounting holes or the mounting slots. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-48...
  • Page 63 Screw a M8 x16 bolt in the top support bolt hole on each side the access point (see Figure 3-2). Do not Step 3 screw the bolt all the way in; leave approximately a 0.25 inch (0.635 cm) space. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-49...
  • Page 64 Ensure that the front of the access point is vertical, and tighten the four bolts to 13 to 15 ft lbs Step 6 (17.6 to 20.3 Nm). When using the Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antennas, connect them to the access point Step 7 as shown in Figure 3-2.

  • Page 65: 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 66 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 3-53. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-52...

  • Page 67: Pole Mounting

    Caution Do not place the metal straps in the large open area between the pole clamp bracket and the strap brackets, because this does not properly secure the access point. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-53...
  • Page 68 (see Figure 3-6) to provide maximum holding strength for extreme environments. Following the instructions provided with the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=), loop each metal strap twice. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-54...
  • Page 69 Note unless the metal bands are cut or disassembled. Tighten the metal bands using the banding strap tool (BAND IT) (Cisco AIR-BAND-INST-TL=) by Step 5 following the operating instructions in the box with the tool. Ensure that the metal bands are as tight as possible.
  • Page 70 Screw a M8 x16 bolt (without a flat or lock washer) in the top support bolt hole on each side the access Step 11 point (see Figure 3-8). Do not screw the bolt all the way in. Leave a gap of approximately 0.25 inch (0.635 cm). Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-56...
  • Page 71 (see Figure 3-9). 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 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-57...

  • Page 72: Working With The Access Point Hinged Cover

    Ensure that 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 Cisco Aironet Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antennas, connect them to the access point Step 15 as shown in Figure 3-9.

  • Page 73: Closing The Access Point Hinged Cover

    3-11. 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 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-59...

  • Page 74: Grounding The Access Point (All Models)

    Use the appropriate crimping tool to crimp the bare 6-AWG copper ground wire to the supplied grounding lug (Panduit PLCD6-10A-L). Note The grounding lug and hardware used must comply with local and national electrical codes. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-60...

  • Page 75: Installation Details For The 1552H Access Point

    Please refer to the Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information when the AIR-CAP1552H-Q-K9 (POE input configuration only) will be installed in an explosive area in Japan. To connect a fiber-optic cable to the 1552H access point, follow these steps: Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-61...
  • Page 76 Fiber-Optic Cable Components (1552H) Fiber reels (large reel with small reel on top, 4 screws for each reel assembly) SFP module slot Fiber-optic connector port (1552H) Hole size is PG13.5 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-62...

  • Page 77: Installation Details For The 1552Sa And 1552Sd Access Point

    The fiber-optic kit (AIR-1550S-FIB-KIT=) enables the 1552SA and 1552SD access points to support fiber-optic network connections. The kit contains these parts: • Two take-up reels • One bracket to support the reels Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-63...
  • Page 78 The adapter in this kit is EX compliant with the 1552S models. Note The installation may require the use of junction boxes which have Ex certifications. Cisco does not supply these, but recommends either the GRT50 or ERT50 models as shown in Figure 3-14.

  • Page 79: Connecting A Fiber-Optic Cable To The 1552Sa Or 1552Sd Access Point

    Align each of the two reels to the installed bracket. Attach each reel to the bracket with four screws Step 4 (#2-56 x .31 in). Tighten the screws to 3 to 4 in. lbs (0.34 to 0.45 Nm). (See Figure 3-15.) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-65...
  • Page 80 AC/DC port. If fiber and power are coming from different areas externally, route them through one of the recommended junction boxes. The rest of this procedure will show routing through an ETRT50 junction box. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-66...
  • Page 81 ERT50 Junction Box Assembly ERT50 Junction Box AC/DC Port 5/8-24 Port Step 6 Route the power cable and the fiber cable through the junction box using Figure 3-17 as an example. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-67...
  • Page 82 ERT50 Junction Box Cover (removed) 1/2NPT Power Cable Fiber Cable 1/2NPT 1/2NPT 1/2NPT Male to Male Complete the connections inside the 1552 as shown in Figure 3-18. Step 7 Figure 3-18 Inside Connectivity Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-68...

  • Page 83: Installation Details For The 1552Wu Access Point

    Reset the access point—Press the reset button for less than 10 seconds. • Disable battery backup power—Press the reset button for more than 10 seconds. • Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-69...

  • Page 84: Rebooting The Access Point

    (power cycle), all LEDs to turn off for approximately 5 seconds, and then the LEDs to 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 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-70...

  • Page 85: Powering The Access Point

    The power injector is not intended to be installed in a hazardous locations environment. If a PoE injector Note is required, it must be located in a non-hazardous location environment. The 1552SA/SD and 1552WU do not support PoE In. Note Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-71...
  • Page 86 To forward bridge traffic, add a switch between the power injector and controller. Refer to the Cisco Wireless Mesh Access Points, Design and Deployment Guide, Release 7.0 for more information.

  • Page 87: Connecting An Ethernet Cable To The Access Point (All Models)

    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 3-20 for the location). Figure 3-20 Location of Ethernet Liquid-Tight Adapters (Only Models AIR-CAP1552SA/SD-x-K9, AIR-CAP1552H-x-K9, and AIR-CAP1552WU-A-K9) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-73...
  • Page 88 To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. Statement 1023 Warning Carefully insert the RJ-45 cable connector into the Ethernet port opening on the access point, and Step 7 connect to the internal Ethernet connector (see Figure 3-22). Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-74...

  • Page 89: Connecting A 24 Vdc Power Cable To The Access Point

    To route and connect the 24 VDC power cable to the 1552SA/1552SD or 1552WU access point model, follow these steps: Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-75...
  • Page 90 VDC hot line to terminal strip location labeled “+24 VDC IN”. Tighten terminal strip screw to secure ring terminal and wire. Step 6 Secure DC input cord to wire tie anchor adjacent to terminal strip. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-76...

  • Page 91: Connecting Ground And Ac Power

    “Opening the Access Point Hinged Cover” section on Step 1 page 3-58 for instructions. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws that secure the AC entry module cover. Step 2 (Figure 3-24). Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-77...
  • Page 92 The hot wires should have no bare wire exposed after the connection is made. Insert the ground wire into the provided ground lug and use a crimping tool to secure the connection. Step 6 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 3-78...

  • Page 93: Performing Maintenance

    Additional maintenance information can be found in Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting” and the Troubleshooting a Mesh Network Guide. The troubleshooting document is available at cisco.com at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/wireless/access_point/1520/troubleshooting/guide/TrbleshtMesh.ht Do not disconnect connections to this equipment unless power has been removed or you have verified Warning that the area is nonhazardous.

  • Page 94: Removing The Access Point From Service

    When you power up a MAP that is not connected to a wired Ethernet, fiber-optic, or cable network to the controller, the access point uses the Cisco Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWPP) to bind to another mesh access point (MAP) with the best path to a root access point (RAP) connected to the wired network to a controller.
  • Page 95 C H A P T E R Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the access point. For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.html...

  • Page 96: Guidelines For Using The Access Points

    Option 43 provides the IP addresses of the management interfaces of your controllers. Typically, a DHCP server can be configured on a Cisco switch. Optionally, a DNS server can be configured to enable CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER. Use – local domain to resolve to the IP address of the management interface of your controller.

  • Page 97: Bridge Loop

    Controller GUI—Log into your controller web interface using a web browser, and choose • SECURITY > AAA > MAC Filtering to view the MAC addresses added to the controller filter list. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 4-83...

  • Page 98: Using Dhcp Option 43

    It is expected that there will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to unit. This is within the normal range of the LED manufacturer specifications and is not a defect. The access point LED signals are listed in Table 4-1. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 4-84...

  • Page 99: Verifying Controller Association

    Black No power applied or LED off. Steady green Access point is operational. Blinking green Download or upgrade of Cisco IOS image file in progress. Steady amber Mesh neighbor access point discovery in progress. Blinking amber Mesh authentication in progress.

  • Page 100: Changing The Bridge Group Name

    Connect a nine-pin, female DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable to the RJ-45 console port on the access point and to the COM port on a computer (see Figure 4-2 for the console port locations). Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 4-86...

  • Page 101: Access Point Power Injector

    1552WU console is only available by opening the device and connecting to the internal console port. The Cisco part number for the DB-9 to RJ-45 serial cable is AIR-CONCAB1200. To order a Note serial cable, browse to: http://www.cisco.com/pcgi-bin/marketplace/welcome.pl Set up a terminal emulator program on your PC to communicate with the access point. Use the following...
  • Page 102 Power Injector Connectors and LEDs Mounting tabs AC POWER LED AP POWER LED TO AP—Ethernet connector (RJ-45) to access point (10/100/1000BASE-T) FAULT LED TO SWITCH—Ethernet connector (RJ-45) to switch (10/100/1000BASE-T) Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 4-88...

  • Page 103: Monitoring The Power Injector Leds

    AC POWER—Turns solid green when power injector is receiving AC power and is ready to provide • power to the access point. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 4-89...
  • Page 104 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Access Point Power Injector Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide 4-90...

  • Page 105: Appendix

    Step 4 Click 1550. Step 5 Click Install and Upgrade. Click Install and Upgrade Guides. Step 6 Click Translated Safety Warnings for Cisco Aironet 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points. Step 7 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 106 Appendix A Translated Safety Warnings Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 107: Declarations Of Conformity And Regulatory Information

    A P P E N D I X Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This appendix provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet 1552 Outdoor Mesh Access Point. This appendix contains the following sections: Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement, •...

  • Page 108: Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration Of Conformity Statement

    The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this Caution frequency when using Cisco-supplied antennas. Any changes or modification to the product not expressly approved by Cisco could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

  • Page 109: Industry Canada

    This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cisco Aironet Access Points are certified to the requirements of RSS-210. The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.

  • Page 110: European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, And Liechtenstein

    This declaration is only valid for configurations (combinations of software, firmware, and hardware) provided and supported by Cisco Systems. The use of software or firmware not provided and supported by Cisco Systems may result in the equipment no longer being compliant with the regulatory requirements.

  • Page 111: Operation Of Cisco Aironet Access Points In Brazil

    Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil This section contains special information for operation of Cisco Aironet access points in Brazil. Access Point Models AIR-CAP1552H-E-K9...

  • Page 112: Declaration Of Conformity For Rf Exposure

    This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for Humans as referenced in the Australian Radiation Protection standard and has been evaluated to the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) limits. The minimum separation distance from the antenna to general bystander is 20cm (7.9 inches). Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

  • Page 113: Guidelines For Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points In Japan

    Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.

  • Page 114: Japanese Translation

    Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan Japanese Translation English Translation Specific notes on Japan explosion-proof certification are as follows. AIR-CAP1552H-Q-K9 (POE input configuration only). Use a heat-resistant cable of 65 degree or higher for various cables connected to the equipment.

  • Page 115: Administrative Rules For Cisco Aironet Access Points In Taiwan

    Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan This section provides administrative rules for operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan. The rules are provided in both Chinese and English.

  • Page 116: English Translation

    Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article 12 For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.

  • Page 117: Statement 371-Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by CISCO. The use of cables that are certified by Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (that have “PSE” shown on the code) is not limited to CISCO-designated products.

  • Page 118: Chinese Translation

    Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan Chinese Translation EU Declaration of Conformity All the Declaration of Conformity statements related to this product can be found at the following location: http://www.ciscofax.com...

  • Page 119: Appendix

    Step 5 Click Install and Upgrade. Click Install and Upgrade Guides. Step 6 Click Channels and Maximum Power Settings for Cisco 1550 Series Outdoor Mesh Access Points Step 7 document. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide C-15...
  • Page 120 Appendix C Channels and Power Levels Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide C-16...

  • Page 121: Appendix

    1552H: Three Type N antenna connectors for 2.4 GHz radio and 5 GHz 802.11n radio (depends on configuration) • 1552S: Five Type N antenna connectors for 2.4 GHz radio and 5 GHz 802.11n radio (depends on configuration) 1552WU: Seven Type N antenna connectors for 2.4 GHz radio and 5 GHz 802.11n radio •...
  • Page 122 C)—Operating Maximum elevation 16,000 ft (4,877 m) at –13 F (–25 C)—Non-operating Wind resistance: Wind resistance Up to 100 MPH sustained winds • Up to 165 MPH wind gusts • Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-18...
  • Page 123 27 dBm with 2 antennas • Maximum output depends on the regulatory domain in which the access point is installed. Note For additional information, refer to the Appendix C, “Channels and Power Levels”. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-19...
  • Page 124 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz; 13 channels • 5.725 to 5.850 GHz; 5 channels • -T Domain: • 2.400 to 2.4835 GHz; 11 channels • 5.470 to 5.850 GHz; 16 channels Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-20...
  • Page 125 For more information about Hazardous Location Specifications, see Compliance, page 2-38. Radio approvals FCC Parts 15.247, 90.210 • FCC Bulletin OET-65C • Canada RSS-210 and RSS-102 • AS/NZS 4268.2003 • Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-21...
  • Page 126 Total power budget when using AC power source 41/43 52/54 Optional components 802.3af client connected Fiber user as backhaul Total Power Consumption Total Power Consumption When DC Powered 52/54 61/63 Total Power Consumption When AC Powered 59/61 70/72 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-22...
  • Page 127 20-MHz Rate (Mbps) 40-MHz Rate (Mbps) 20-MHz Rate (Mbps) 40-MHz Rate (Mbps) 13.5 14.4 19.5 40.5 21.7 28.9 43.3 57.8 58.5 121.5 72.2 14.4 28.9 43.3 57.8 86.7 115.6 144.4 Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-23...
  • Page 128 Appendix D Access Point Specifications Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide D-24...

  • Page 129: Appendix

    Ethernet signal pair (10/100/1000BASE-T) and 56 VDC return Ethernet signal pair (10/100/1000BASE-T) and 56 VDC (+) Ethernet signal pair (1000BASE-T) and 56 VDC (+) Ethernet signal pair (1000BASE-T) and 56 VDC return Shield Chassis ground Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide E-25...
  • Page 130 Ethernet signal pair (1000BASE-T) and 56 VDC return Shield Chassis ground The power injector output connector (To AP) only supplies 56 VDC power when the Ethernet cable is Note connected to the 1550 PoE In connector. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide E-26...

  • Page 131: Appendix

    Configuring DHCP Option 43 This appendix describes the steps needed to configure DHCP Option 43 on a DHCP server, such as a Cisco Catalyst 3750 series switch, for use with Cisco Aironet Hazardous Location Access Points. This appendix contains these sections: Overview, page F-28 •...
  • Page 132 Overview Overview This section contains a DHCP Option 43 configuration example on a DHCP server for use with Cisco Aironet Access Points. For other DHCP server implementations, consult DHCP server product documentation for configuring DHCP Option 43. In Option 43, use the IP address of the controller management interface.

  • Page 133: Configuring Option 43 For 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, 1520, And 1550 Series Access Points

    Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, 1520, and 1550 Series Access Points To configure DHCP Option 43 for Cisco Aironet 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, 1520, and 1550 series access points in the embedded Cisco IOS DHCP server, follow these steps: Enter configuration mode at the Cisco IOS CLI.
  • Page 134 Appendix F Configuring DHCP Option 43 Configuring Option 43 for 1100, 1130, 1200, 1240, 1250, 1300, 1520, and 1550 Series Access Points Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide F-30...
  • Page 135 Complementary Code Keying. A modulation technique used by IEEE 802.11b-compliant wireless LANs for transmission at 5.5 and 11 Mb/s. Cisco Centralized Key Management. Using CCKM, authenticated client devices CCKM can roam from one access point to another without any perceptible delay during reassociation.
  • Page 136 SSID and to broadcast SSIDs in beacons (one SSID per beacon). Multiple Input/Multiple Output MIMO The echoes created as a radio signal bounces off of physical objects. multipath A single data message (packet) sent to multiple addresses. multicast packet Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...
  • Page 137 Radio frequency. A generic term for radio-based technology. A connector type unique to Cisco Aironet radios and antennas. Part 15.203 of RP-TNC the FCC rules covering spread spectrum devices limits the types of antennas that may be used with transmission equipment.
  • Page 138 Wireless LAN Solutions Engine. The WLSE is a specialized appliance for WLSE managing Cisco Aironet wireless LAN infrastructures. It centrally identifies and configures access points in customer-defined groups and reports on throughput and client associations. WLSE's centralized management capabilities are further enhanced with an integrated template-based configuration tool for added configuration ease and improved productivity.
  • Page 139 LAN systems. It is derived from and will be forward-compatible with the upcoming IEEE 802.11i standard. WPA leverages TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) for data protection and 802.1X for authenticated key management. Cisco Aironet 1552 Series for Hazardous Locations Installation Guide...

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