OWS Field Installation Non-Modification Statement Unauthorized changes or modifications to Strix devices are not permitted. Modifications to Strix devices will void the warranty and may violate FCC regulations. RF Exposure Requirements To ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements, the antenna used for this wireless network device must be installed to provide a separation distance of a minimum of 2 meters (6.56 feet) or more from all persons, and must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter.
OWS Field Installation Antenna Placement Warning Do not locate any antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where the antenna can come into contact with such circuits. When installing antennas, take extreme care not to come into contact with such electrical circuits, as they can cause serious injury or death.
OWS Field Installation Limited Warranty Strix Systems, Inc. (“Strix”) warrants the Access/One Indoor Wireless System (“IWS”) and Outdoor Wireless System (“OWS”): (i) the hardware (“Hardware”) will be free of defects in materials and workmanship from the date of shipment as set forth below and (ii) the embedded software (“Firmware”) to the Hardware and any separately provided software product (“Software”) are provided “AS-IS”...
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REVENUE, LOSS OF BUSINESS OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY OF THE PRODUCTS OR OTHER GOODS OR SERVICES FURNISHED BY STRIX UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. STRIXSYSTEMS® (including the design) and ACCESS/ONE® are registered trademarks of Strix Systems, Inc.
OWS Field Installation Table of Contents Copyright Notice ............................ ii FCC Notice ............................ii Other Notices ............................ii Safety Warnings ............................iii General Safety Warning ........................iii Electrical Power Warning .......................iii Lightning Activity Warning ......................iii Explosive Device Proximity Warning ....................iii Antenna Placement Warning ......................iv Ground Warning ..........................
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OWS Field Installation Mounting an Omni Antenna on a Pole ..................19 Antenna Connector Wiring Configurations ................... 22 Physical Layout (Enclosure) ......................22 Physical Layout (Wireless Modules) ....................23 Routing the Antenna Cables ......................... 23 Grounding the OWS Enclosure ......................24 Configuring the Power Cord .........................
OWS Field Installation OWS Field Installation This field installation manual provides instructions for installing the Strix OWS 2400 and OWS 3600 products safely and is intended for trained technical professionals. You must read the Safety Warnings on page iii before commencing with the installation. Theory of Operation The Strix Systems, Access/One®...
OWS Field Installation Planning Your Installation To ensure safe and durable wiring, the installation of the Strix OWS must follow the appropriate electrical and building codes. Observe the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements, unless local codes in your area take precedence over the NEC code. Local Guidelines The Strix OWS is a radio device and therefore susceptible to interference that can reduce throughput and range.
OWS Field Installation Installing the OWS Enclosure This section provides instructions for mounting the OWS enclosure. Mounting the OWS on a Vertical Pole Parts Required ◗ OWS enclosure. ◗ Pole. ◗ 2 vertical mounting brackets. ◗ 4 screws and 4 spacers, for attaching the mounting brackets to the OWS enclosure. ◗...
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OWS Field Installation For a standard 1 7/8 inch diameter steel pole installation, use the 2 U-bolt assemblies to attach the enclosure to the pole via the vertical mounting brackets—finger tighten only. If installing the OWS on a wider pole (for example, a utility pole), go directly to Step 8—skip Steps 3 through 6.
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OWS Field Installation Use a 7/16 inch nut wrench to tighten the U-bolts (4 nuts) and secure the OWS enclosure in place. Tighten all four nuts to 10–12 lbf.ft (1.38–1.66 kgf.m). When tightening the U-bolts, ensure that the bolts are not twisted—the ends of each U-bolt should be protruding through the bracket evenly (the same...
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OWS Field Installation Straps (x2) For poles wider than 1 7/8 inch diameter, use two straps (hose clamps)—not provided. Feed one strap through each of the vertical mounting brackets. Recommended straps: Type 301 SS with Type 305 SS screw, 3.125 x 6 inches, available from McMaster-Carr (part number 54155K36).
OWS Field Installation Mounting the OWS on a Wall Parts Required ◗ OWS enclosure. ◗ 4 nylon hangers, for mounting the OWS enclosure to a wall. ◗ 4 screws (10-32 x 0.375), for attaching the nylon hangers to the enclosure. Tools Required ◗...
OWS Field Installation Installing Antennas This section provides instructions for installing and connecting antennas. The antennas shown in this section are a representative sample only and are provided as a guideline for installation—your specific antenna(s) may be different, in which case refer to the instructions provided with the antenna(s). Antenna Warning Antennas must be installed by a trained professional installer only.
OWS Field Installation ◗ Depending on the selected antenna(s) for your application, it may be necessary to configure the output power of your OWS 2400 or OWS 3600 product. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure the output power is set correctly for the chosen antenna(s). To set the output power, go to Appendix I: Setting the Output Power on page 32.
OWS Field Installation 23 dBi Patch Panel Antenna (5.745 – 5.825 GHz) Power Level (dBm) * Channel Frequency Filter Identifier (MHz) ODFM 5745 Half (+23dBm) 5765 Full (+26dBm) 5765 Full (+26dBm) 5805 Full (+26dBm) 5825 Half (+23dBm) * Listed power level settings are average power. Channels for Public Safety (4.9 GHz) 11 dBi Radome Omni Antenna (4.940 GHz –...
OWS Field Installation Attaching an Omni Antenna Directly to the OWS Enclosure Parts Required ◗ Omni Antenna, with optional adapter (no special tools required) If necessary, connect the optional antenna adapter to the desired antenna port at the bottom of the OWS enclosure.
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OWS Field Installation Thread the omni antenna onto the antenna adapter—the electrical connection between the antenna and the enclosure is established via the adapter. There are no external cables required when attaching an omni antenna directly to the OWS enclosure. See also, Antenna Connector Wiring Configurations on...
OWS Field Installation Mounting a Directional Antenna on a Pole Parts Required ◗ Pole. ◗ Directional antenna (includes adjustable mounting bracket). ◗ 2 straps, for mounting the antenna to a standard 1 7/8 inch diameter steel pole. ◗ Antenna cable. Tools Required ◗...
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OWS Field Installation Vertical Adjustment Using a flat blade screwdriver, fine tune the position of the antenna by adjusting the mounting bracket along the vertical axis and the horizontal axis. Tighten the mounting bracket adjustment screws to 10–12 lbf.ft (1.38–1.66 kgf.m). Horizontal Adjustment Connect one end of the antenna cable to the directional antenna,...
OWS Field Installation Mounting a Sectored Antenna on a Pole Parts Required ◗ Pole. ◗ Sectored antenna. ◗ 2 U-bolt assemblies, for mounting the antenna to a standard 1 7/8 inch diameter steel pole. ◗ Adjustable mounting bracket (including antenna mounting plate and U-bolt assemblies). ◗...
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OWS Field Installation Attach the sectored antenna to the pole—finger tighten only. Adjust the antenna to the desired position on the pole (up and down or rotational). Use a 7/16 inch nut wrench to tighten the U-bolts (4 nuts) and secure the sectored antenna in place.
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OWS Field Installation Vertical Adjustment (up to 30 degrees) If necessary, use a 7/16 inch nut wrench to loosen the 6 bolts on the adjustable mounting bracket. Make your vertical adjustment to the sectored antenna (up to 30 degrees), then tighten all 6 bolts to 10–12 lbf.ft (1.38–1.66 kgf.m).
OWS Field Installation Mounting an Omni Antenna on a Pole Parts Required ◗ Pole. ◗ Omni antenna. ◗ 2 U-bolt assemblies, for mounting the antenna to a standard 1 7/8 inch diameter steel pole. ◗ Mounting bracket. ◗ Antenna cable. Tools Required ◗...
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OWS Field Installation Attach the omni antenna to the pole—finger tighten only. Adjust the omni antenna to the desired position on the pole (up and down or rotational). Use a 1/2 inch nut wrench to tighten the U-bolts (4 nuts) and secure the omni antenna in place.
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OWS Field Installation Check that the U-bolts are tight and that the omni antenna is securely anchored to the pole. Connect one end of the antenna cable to the omni antenna, then connect the other end of the cable to an available antenna port on the OWS enclosure.
OWS Field Installation Antenna Connector Wiring Configurations The following table shows the antenna connector wiring configurations for the OWS family of products: Antenna Connector Wiring Product Enclosure Connector Module Connector 2400 series and 3600 series ant. 1 G ANT1 – J24 2400 series and 3600 series ant.
OWS Field Installation Physical Layout (Wireless Modules) The following diagram shows the physical layout of antenna connectors on the OWS wireless modules (top view, looking down on module when the enclosure door is open). G ANT1 G ANT2 A ANT2 A ANT1 Routing the Antenna Cables It is important that when you install the antenna cables they are not hanging randomly and that the cables are...
OWS Field Installation Grounding the OWS Enclosure This section provides instructions for grounding the OWS enclosure. Grounding Caution You must ALWAYS install an external grounding wire. The ground connection must be complete before connecting power to the OWS enclosure—a simple continuity check between the enclosure and the ground termination point can confirm this.
OWS Field Installation Configuring the Power Cord This section provides instructions for configuring the power cord (not supplied) for either AC or DC operation, and connecting the power cord to the OWS enclosure. Electrical Power Warning This unit must be installed by a trained professional installer only. Read the installation instructions before you connect the wireless network device to its power source.
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OWS Field Installation Attach the plug to the enclosure’s power receptacle. Power Receptacle Plug Turn the locking ring of the plug and hand tighten to make the connection. Install an appropriate AC or DC connector at the other end of the power cord.
OWS Field Installation AC Wiring Configurations The following diagrams show alternative wiring configurations for AC input power options. 120 VAC Single Phase (two wire service) 240 VAC Single Phase (two wire service) 208 VAC Three Phase (two wire service – grounded/Wye) 240 VAC Three Phase (two wire service –...
OWS Field Installation Connecting the Ethernet Cable This section provides instructions for configuring the CAT5 Ethernet cable. Parts Required ◗ Plenum-rated CAT5 Ethernet cable, cut to the desired length (not supplied). ◗ RJ45 plug assembly. Tools Required ◗ ◗ Wire stripper Continuity checker Pin 5 Pin 4...
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OWS Field Installation Assemble the RJ45 plug/cable. ◗ Item 1 – Shielded RJ45 plug ◗ Item 2 – Gasket seal ◗ Item 3 – Plug holder ◗ Item 4 – Coupling ring ◗ Item 5 – Seal assembly When assembling the plug, take care not to lose the gasket seal (item 2)—it must be in place when the assembly is complete.
OWS Field Installation Powering Up the OWS This section provides instructions for powering up the OWS from both an AC and DC power source. Powering Up from an AC Power Source Important Note (AC Power) AC input: 100 – 240 VAC (50/60 Hz) at 1.0 Amp maximum, supplied by a separate branch circuit with 2 Amp over-current protection (2 Amp circuit breaker).
OWS Field Installation Appendix I: Setting the Output Power Use the following procedure to set the output (transmit) power for the chosen antenna: Establish a Telnet connection with the selected wireless module (radio). Log in to the radio. Type the command get power. The system displays the current power settings for the selected radio.
OWS Field Installation Appendix II: Installing the Band Pass Filter The band pass filter must be installed as close to the OWS enclosure as possible. The following graphic shows the filter installed on the OWS at its preferred location (connected directly to the antenna connector on the enclosure).
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OWS Field Installation Index FCC notice Federal Aviation Administration filter AC power gasket seal adapter 12, ground termination airplanes grounding use in antenna directional hazardous locations antenna adapter hospitals antennas use in cable routing directional installing Industry Canada notice omni 12, placement routing cables limited warranty...
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OWS Field Installation power settings power source powering up product specifications public safety RF exposure RJ45 plug assembly safety information safety warnings sectored antenna setting the transmit power site survey site surveys solar shield specifications straps 3, Strix contact information survey theory of operation transmit power...
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