Chapter 2 Site Preparation; Planning The Sector Site; The Site Survey - Radwin 5000 HPMP User Manual

Planning the Sector Site

Overview
Sector site planning consists of a set of surveys, which must be carried out before any equip-
ment is deployed. If for some reason, the outcome of any of these surveys is negative, HBS
or HSU re-location will need to be considered.
A Site Survey consists of three stages:
1. Preliminary survey - The proposed sector is analyzed in the office using a topographic
map. You should use additional tools such as the Link Budget Calculator or the Radio Plan-
ner.
2. Physical survey - The locations of the indoor and outdoor equipment are determined
on-site.
3. Radio Frequency (RF) survey - It is recommended that the installation area be scanned
with a spectrum analyzer, to identify RF interference so as to determine a clear channel for
radio installation (on-site).

The Site Survey

Introduction
RADWIN wireless links must be planned before installation. The designated installation sites
must be appraised to determine that the wireless system is able to operate efficiently and
provide connectivity without signal degradation.
RADWIN 5000 HPMP offers a wide operating frequency range. A free frequency channel must
be determined within the operating range, for optimum performance.
Recommended Equipment
Stage 1: Preliminary Survey
• Topological map of the area
• Urban map of the area
• Compass
• Link Budget Calculator and/or Radio Planner
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