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2.6.4 Mounting Locations
To avoid distortion of the RF pattern, device locations should be chosen such that the AP 7181 ADvanced Element
Panel Technology (ADEPT) antenna panels are at least 30 inches from any nearby metal poles and not co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.The antenna panels must also have a separation
distance of at least 2 meters from anyone who may come into proximity of the AP 7181.
2.6.5 Device Deployment Height
AP 7181 nodes are typically mounted at a height of 30 to 35 feet. Ensure neighboring nodes are mounted at or near
the same device height.
Excessive height should be avoided since this may result in increased congestion and interference in dense RF
environments. This is especially true for the 2.4 GHz band.
Nodes deployed with too great a difference in height or too close to each other may not mesh properly.
Always consider these general guidelines for device deployment height:
• Maintain a typical deployment height of 30 to 35 feet
• For optimum performance, ensure that devices are oriented to have LoS to all neighboring devices
• Locate root nodes which support Wireless Backhaul so that they have LoS to Backhaul clusters or PTP
locations, such as towers
2.7 Antenna Options
The AP 7181 features an integrated ADvanced Element Panel Technology (ADEPT) antenna system designed to take
full advantage of the 802.11n radios. No other antennas are supported.
2.8 Power Options
Details of the power sourcing equipment for the AP 7181 should be handled by a professional installer. The
requirements for deploying the system are:
• Over current protection device with a maximum rating of 20 Amps.
• AP 7181 AC Model - 100-240 VAC input capable of sourcing 180 watts.
• AP 7181 DC Model - Nominal 48 volt power source (41-58 VDC) capable of sourcing 150 watts and battery
floating voltage should not exceed 60 VDC
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