Window Mounting; Multi-Function Mount - Cisco AIR-BR1310G-A-K9 - Aironet 1310 Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Manual

Chapter 3 Mounting Overview

Window Mounting

When a wireless link is deployed through a window, significant signal loss can be introduced by the
window. Typical losses range from 5 to15 dB per window, depending upon the type of glass. You should
take this extra loss into account when planning antenna gains and power settings. A thorough site survey
is critical for deployments through windows.
For additional information on a window mounting bracket, refer to the following URL:
http://www.terrawave.com/BR1300

Multi-Function Mount

The multi-function mount provides a method for mounting the access point/bridge on a mast, tower, or
a roof mount and consists of two parts (see
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The multi-function mount permits easy azimuth and elevation adjustments. The basic mounting
procedure is shown below:
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An access point/bridge bracket—attaches to the back of the unit
A mast bracket—attaches to the mast, tower, or roof mount
Mount the access point/bridge bracket to the mounting lugs on the access point/bridge.
Mount the mast bracket to the tower or mast using the supplied U-bolts or appropriately sized
user-supplied U-bolts.
Suspend the access point/bridge on the mast bracket using the support pins.
Secure the access point/bridge bracket to the mast bracket using the supplied nuts, bolts, and
washers (hand tighten).
Connect the dual-coax cable to the power injector dual-coax Ethernet ports (F-type connectors) on
the access point/bridge.
You should securely tighten the cable connectors (15 to 20 inch-pounds) using a small wrench.
Connect the ground wire to the outdoor mounted access point/bridge using the supplied ground lug.
Connect the power cable to the power injector.
Tighten the nuts and bolts.
Cisco Aironet 1300 Series Wireless Outdoor Access Point/Bridge Hardware Installation Guide
Figure 3-1):
Mounting Hardware
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