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- Page 1 Tropos Networks MetroMesh Router Installation Guide Model 4210 Tropos Networks, Inc. 555 Del Rey Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 www.troposnetworks.com Part No. 200148-00 Rev A0 408-331-6800 May 2005...
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Page 2: Copyright Notice
Copyright Notice ©2005 Tropos Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Tropos Networks is a registered trademark of Tropos Networks, Inc. in the United States and certain other jurisdictions. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router ..... 1 Preparing for Installation ........2 Package Contents. -
Page 4: Installing The Tropos 4210 Metromesh Router
Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router This guide explains how to install the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router. This chapter covers the following topics: “Preparing for Installation” on page 2 “Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router” on page 6 “Remote Indicator”... -
Page 5: Preparing For Installation
33.3 cm 7.91 inches 20.1 cm trp_137 Package Contents The Tropos 4210 router shipping package contains the following items: Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide (this document) 2-pin power plug attached to router Fuse attached to router... -
Page 6: Selecting Locations
Preparing for Installation Selecting Locations Tropos 4210 routers are radio devices, and as such, they are susceptible to common causes of interference that can reduce throughput and range. To ensure the best possible performance, follow these basic guidelines: Install antennas on the highest area of the vehicle (roof). -
Page 7: Rf Planning Guidelines
RF Planning Guidelines Tropos wireless routing technology is embedded in each Tropos 4210 MobileMesh router, allowing each router to work in almost any environment and with a wide range of network topologies. To maximize coverage range, locate the router in wireless-friendly areas. Try not to place them in areas that can block or interfere with transmission. -
Page 8: Cable Connections And Power
IP address and network connectivity. The Ethernet Management (MGT) port is used to connect the router to the laptop computer that is used for network access. The LAN port is not currently used for the Tropos 4210 router. -
Page 9: Installing The Tropos 4210 Metromesh Router
Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Follow these steps to install the Tropos 4210 router: 1. Remove the router from the shipping box. 2. Drill four holes with a 7, 8, or 9 drill bit to create 0.203-inch holes in the mounting surface. - Page 10 Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router 3. Screw the router to the mounting surface using 1/4”-20 panhead screws and lock washers (Figure Figure 5 Attaching the Router to a Mounting Surface 4 bolts sheet metal screws Preferred orientation trp_126 Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide...
- Page 11 Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router 4. Attach antennas according to the instructions shipped with the antennas (see Figure 2 page 4). 5. Connect a standard Ethernet crossover cable with RJ45 connectors from the Management port on the route to the Ethernet port on the client computer...
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Page 12: Remote Indicator
The Mesh Link Remote Indicator functions as follows: If the 4210 is not connected to the network: (the router is booting or off, or there is no RF signal), pin 9 is electrically disconnected from pin 5 (ground). This state corresponds to the status light being off or red. -
Page 13: Service Instructions
(negative ground). Maximum current from pin 9 to pin 5 is 50mA. Maximum voltage on pin 9 at any time is 32V (the same as for the Tropos 4210 router.) Exceeding these maximums can damage the remote indicator. Service Instructions This section contains service information for the Tropos 4210 router. -
Page 14: Fuse Replacement
The Tropos 5210 MetroMesh Routers have a real-time clock which is powered by a small lithium rechargeable battery. If the real-time clock fails, return the unit to Tropos Networks for servicing. Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide... -
Page 15: Compliance
This Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Tropos Networks could void the user's authority to operate this device. Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide... -
Page 16: Warnings And Cautions
“Telecommunications Act.” If this device is found to cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease operating this device immediately until no interference is achieved. Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide... -
Page 17: Product Specifications
Product Specifications This chapter contains the product specifications for the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router: “Physical Specifications” on page 14 “Interfaces” on page 15 “Power Options / Consumption” on page 16 “Certifications” on page 16 Table 1 Physical Specifications Physical Dimensions... - Page 18 -100dBm (1 Mbps) -95dBm (2 Mbps) -93dBm (5.5 Mbps) -91dBm (11 Mbps) -94dBm (6 Mbps) -93dBm (9 Mbps) -92dBm (12 Mbps) -89dBm (18 Mbps) -86dBm (24 Mbps) -83dBm (36 Mbps) -78dBm (48 Mbps) -76dBm (54 Mbps) Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide...
- Page 19 <= 0.5µJ for 3kA @ 8/20µS Waveform EN61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Immunity EN61000-4-5 Level 4 Surge Immunity Fuse Automotive mini-blade 32 VDC 7.5A Table 4 Certifications Certifications U.S. CFR 47 FCC Part 15.C; Class B Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide...
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Page 20: Ordering Information
Ordering Information Table 5 contains ordering information for the Tropos 4210 Mobile MetroMesh router and related equipment. These items can be ordered from Tropos Networks, Inc. Table 5 Tropos Ordering Information Part No. Description 42102100 Tropos 4210 Mobile MetroMesh Router, variable power, N connectors... -
Page 21: Antenna Accessories
Table 6 Mobile Antenna Accessories Part Number Description Supplier SF-245SPR 7.4dBi mobile antenna, N connector, black www.cometantenna.com MG-4N Magnetic mount - N for 7.4dBi mobile antenna www.cometantenna.com 5D4N Bulkhead mount for 7.4dBi mobile antenna www.cometantenna.com Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide... - Page 22 Decibels Decibels Relative to an Isotropic Radiator Decibels Referred to 1 Milliwatt DBPSK Differential-Binary Phase-Shift Keying Direct Current Directorate General of Telecommunications (Taiwan) DQPSK Differential-Quadrature Phase-Shift Keying DSSS Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum Electrically Fast Transients Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide...
- Page 23 Ministry of Public Management, Home Affairs, Posts and Telecommunications (Japan) Neutral National Electrical Code NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association NMEA National Marine Electronics Association OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing RJ45 Registered Jack 45 Received Signal Strength Receive Receive Data Technical Inspection Association Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide...
- Page 24 Table 7 Acronyms (continued) Transmit Transmit Data Underwriters’ Laboratories Uninterruptible Power Supply Voltage (Alternating Current) VCCI Voluntary Control Council for Interference (Japan) Voltage (Direct Current) VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Watts Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide...
- Page 25 Index antenna type and placement 11 antennas approved configurations 12 distances from people 3 options 3 building materials 11 data rate considerations 11 diversity 11 installation Tropos router 1 installation considerations antenna options 3 site surveys 11 obstructions 11 physical environment 11 product specifications 14 site surveys 11 specifications 14...
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