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Chapter 2
Installing the Access Point
Connecting Streetlight AC Power
The access point can be installed on a streetlight pole and powered from a streetlight outdoor light
control using the optional streetlight power tap adapter (AIR-PWR-ST-LT-R3P) and AC/DC power
adapter, AIR-PWRADPT-1570=. The AC/DC power adapter is used inline from the street light tap to the
1570 DC connector. The AC power tap only can be used with the AC/DC power adapter
The access point can be powered by a light pole twist-lock outdoor light control that provides
Caution
100-to 277-VAC 50/60 Hz power. Do not connect to an outdoor light control powered by higher voltages.
When powering the access point with AC power other than the streetlight power tap adapter, you must
ensure that the following conditions are observed:
1.
Warning
A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.
Statement 1022
Before connecting or disconnecting a power cord, you must remove AC power from the power cord using
Caution
a suitable service disconnect.
2.
3.
Warning
Be very careful when connecting the streetlight adapter to Category 3 pole-top power. If you are not
careful, you may electrocute yourself or fall. Statement 363
To install an access point on a streetlight pole, follow these steps:
Before beginning the installation, ensure the AC power to the streetlight pole is turned off.
Step 1
Turn off power to the AC power source at the designated circuits.
Step 2
Warning
This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to
de-energize the unit. Statement 1028
For your safety, when connecting the access point AC power connector, always connect the access point
Caution
end of the cable FIRST. When removing the AC power connector, always disconnect the access point
end of the cable LAST.
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AC power can be conveniently removed from the unit. The power should not be removed by
disconnecting the AC power connector on the unit.
You must protect any AC power plugs and AC receptacles from water and other outdoor elements.
You can use a UL-listed waterproofing enclosure suitable for covering the AC receptacle and AC
power plug that supplies power to the unit as described in Article 406 of the NEC.
When you install the access point outdoors or in a wet or damp location, the AC branch circuit that
powers the access point should have ground fault protection (GFCI), as required by Article 210 of
the National Electrical Code (NEC).
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Powering the Access Point
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