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  • Page 1 Hardware Installation Guide HotPort 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node...
  • Page 2 Regulatory Approvals FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.
  • Page 3 April 2005 Manual Revision 0.9 - 3.31.05 Copyright Notice © 2003-2005 Firetide, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks Firetide, the Firetide logo, Wireless Instant Networks, HotPort are trademarks of Firetide, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 4 End User Customer. This warranty applies to the entire Firetide product, including antennas and the AC power adapter. The above warranties are void if the alleged defect cannot be verified by Firetide or if, as determined by Firetide, the product failure was due to tampering, abuse, misuse, accident, shipping, handling, or storage;...
  • Page 5 Caution! Risk of electric shock! POWER LINES CAN BE LETHAL Do not install the HotPort 3203 outdoor mesh node where possible contact with power lines can be made. Antennas, poles, towers, guy wires, or cables may lean or fall and contact these lines.
  • Page 6 This will help prevent fire damage or human injury in case of lightning, static build-up, or short circuit within equipment connected to the antenna. The HotPort 3203 has built in lightning protection. Be sure that any other equipment connected to the HotPort 3203 also has the same level of protection.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    HotPort 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node Table of Contents 3203 O ..............8 IRETIDE UTDOOR IRELESS ..................... 9 XAMPLE ETWORKS PPLICATIONS ........................9 LANNING ETWORK ............................10 OWER PTIONS Power Supply ............................10 Power over Ethernet (PoE)........................10 3203 I ........................
  • Page 8 Hardware Installation Manual B - C ........................34 PPENDIX ONNECTORS 3203 E ............. 34 THERNET RANSITION ABLE ESCRIPTIONS Circular, Watertight IP67-Rated Connector and Port Pin Descriptions..........34 RJ-45 Connector Pin Descriptions ....................... 34 ..................35 OWER RANSITION ABLE ESCRIPTIONS C - S ........................

  • Page 9: Firetide Hotport 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node

    Firetide instant mesh network. While operating at 5 GHz, the HotPort 3203’s radio can cover distances up to 2600 ft (800 m). This long reach between HotPort mesh nodes enables you to extend your network to areas that are otherwise too distant, expensive, difficult, or environmentally sensitive to wire with LAN cable.

  • Page 10: Example Networks/Applications

    Before implementing a wireless mesh network, perform the following preliminary steps: • To ensure a safe installation of the HotPort 3203, follow the appropriate electrical and building codes (like the National Electrical Code (NEC)), country codes, or local building codes.

  • Page 11: Power Options

    Ethernet devices, such as access points or surveillance cameras. Use of these ports is optional. Both ports 1 and 2 on a HotPort 3203 can provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality to Powered Devices (PD) connected to these ports. A Powered Device can receive data and the power to process the data from the HotPort 3203, which functions as Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) in this configuration.

  • Page 12: Hotport 3203 Installation

    Be sure to read and understand all installation instructions and safety instructions before proceeding with the installation. Unpacking The HotPort 3203 package contains the following items. If you are missing any of these items, contact your Firetide reseller. Mesh Node •...

  • Page 13: Required Tools And Supplies

    Hardware Installation Guide Required Tools and Supplies Firetide provides the accessories listed in the “Unpacking” section to enable a proper installation. The following tools and supplies must be provided by the customer: • #2 Philips screwdriver • ½” crescent wrench •...

  • Page 14: Building A Firetide Mesh Network

    See the sections below for more site-planning information. Understanding HotPort Antenna Patterns HotPort 3203 outdoor mesh nodes have omni-directional antennas that radiate in a broad circular pattern perpendicular to the antenna shaft. For optimum coverage, orient the antennas in your mesh network vertically (perpendicular to the ground).

  • Page 15: Staging Considerations

    HotPort 3203. Firetide recommends you perform the following steps to install your HotPort 3203: 1. Set up your HotPort 3203 in a lab with two other HotPorts (HotPort 3203 or HotPort 3103 nodes) using the two provided dual-spectrum antennas.

  • Page 16: Preparing The Site For Mounting

    Ethernet devices with male RJ-45 connectors to the HotPort 3203. Preparing Earth Ground The HotPort 3203 must be properly connected to earth ground. Failure to do so may result in equipment damage, injury, or death. The product warranty does not cover damages resulting in part or in whole from improper grounding.
  • Page 17 Hardware Installation Guide • Understanding the soil is very important in order to create a proper earth ground. If your soil is rocky or sandy, drive your ground rods and then pull them back out and dump an approved ground enhancement material into the holes where the grounding rods go. Then replace the grounding rods.

  • Page 18: Mounting The Antenna

    For best results, the mounting location should enable maximum performance of the antenna. • The antenna can be mounted directly to the HotPort 3203 or directly to a pole. • The pole composition can be either metal or wood. Note: FCC regulations require Firetide to provide the antennas, lightning protectors, and cables connected together.
  • Page 19 For best results, position the HotPort 3203 antenna above obstructions. Wall Mounting 1. Position the antenna above or to the side of the HotPort 3203 enclosure to permit easy attachment of the antenna to the connector at the bottom of the enclosure.
  • Page 20 TNC (Reverse-Polarity TNC) cable. In order to maintain proper system operations, there cannot be more than 8 dB of insertion loss between the HotPort 3203 and the antenna. Insertion loss is defined as the loss of signal strength when a cable is inserted between the...
  • Page 21 Hardware Installation Guide M6*1.0P ElasticWasher Aluminum Supporting pole(not included) A6 U S crew Crisscross screw Elsatic washer Alumiunm High-Gain Antenna Assembly for HotPort 3203...

  • Page 22: Mounting The Enclosure

    (a 10 m (33 ft)) power transition cable is provided; longer cables are available for order from your Firetide dealer). Note: AC power is not required if the HotPort 3203 will receive power via Power over Ethernet from Power Sourcing Equipment.

  • Page 23: Pole Mounting

    Metal Straps on Universal Mounting Bracket Pole Mounting You can mount the HotPort 3203 to a pole using U bolts. The section below describes how to mount the enclosure to a 1.5” to 2” (3.8 cm to 5 cm) pole.
  • Page 24 HotPort 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node Holes for U bolts Holes in Universal Mounting Bracket for U Bolts Pole mounting bracket Commercial U bolt for 2” pole Lock Washer/Nut Exploded Pole Mounting Diagram...
  • Page 25 Using Mounting Straps For poles with diameters larger than 2”, horizontal poles, irregularly shaped poles, and light poles, you can use mounting straps to mount the HotPort 3203 enclosure. 1. Position the universal mounting bracket against the pole. 2. Thread two mounting straps around the pole and through the slots located near the top and bottom of the universal mounting bracket.
  • Page 26 HotPort 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node Slots for mounting straps Slots for Mounting Straps Slots for mounting straps Slots for Mounting Straps...

  • Page 27: Installing The Sunshield

    Hardware Installation Guide Installing the Sunshield You can install the provided sunshield on the enclosure to help protect it from the elements. 1. Align the four holes in the sunshield with the four risers on the enclosure. 2. Use the provided four machine screws to attach the sunshield to the enclosure. Sunshield Installation...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Power

    2. Connect the four-pin plug on the power transition cable to the power supply. 3. Run the power transition cable from the AC outlet location to the HotPort 3203 enclosure. 4. Remove the protective cap from the DC input connector on the HotPort 3203 enclosure and attach the six-pin connector on the power transition cable to the DC input connector on the HotPort.

  • Page 29: Connecting Power Over Ethernet

    Ethernet port 2. However, you can connect a peripheral to Ethernet port 2 to allow the peripheral to exchange data with the HotPort 3203. Note: If you provide Power over Ethernet to the HotPort 3203, do not connect power from an AC power source to the HotPort.

  • Page 30: Connecting Peripherals

    4. Twist the Bulgin connector housing to ensure a watertight seal. 5. Remove the protective cap from one of the Ethernet ports on the HotPort 3203 enclosure and insert the circular, 10-pin connector on the Ethernet transition cable into the Ethernet port on the HotPort 3203.
  • Page 31 PoE if the devices and the HotPort 3203 are too far apart. If the devices are too far apart, you will encounter noise and drooping on the voltage signal. It is recommended that you use an Ethernet cable no longer than 2 m (6.5 ft) to connect a peripheral device that will receive its power from the...

  • Page 32: Starting Up And Connecting To The Mesh

    Starting Up and Connecting to the Mesh The section below describes what the indicators (LEDs) on the enclosure display at system startup and how to connect your HotPort 3203 to a wireless mesh. Startup Sequence Each HotPort node has indicators (LEDs) on the rear/bottom of the enclosure. These indicators provide status information about the node.
  • Page 33 If you do not have an indoor HotPort, to connect to the mesh, connect a workstation running the HotView software to the HotPort 3203 via an Ethernet cable and Ethernet transition cable/RJ-45 connector kit (see the “Connecting Peripherals” section for more information on cable connections).

  • Page 34: Appendix A- Contacting Firetide

    HotPort 3203 Outdoor Wireless Mesh Node Appendix A- Contacting Firetide As a Firetide customer, you are entitled to receive free support services on our web site and from your authorized Firetide dealer. Register with Us Now to Access our Support Web Site Registering as a customer on our web site entitles you to free information and materials to help you get the most from your Firetide mesh network.

  • Page 35: Appendixb - Connectors

    Hardware Installation Guide Appendix B - Connectors HotPort 3203 Ethernet Transition Cable Pin Descriptions Circular, Watertight IP67-Rated Connector and Port Pin Descriptions Connector Pin # Wire Color Port Pin # White/Orange Orange White/Green Blue White/Blue Green White/Brown Brown Drain Wire...

  • Page 36: Power Transition Cable Pin Descriptions

    Power Transition Cable Pin Descriptions The following section describes the pinout for the indoor-rated power supply power transition cable. The power to HotPort 3203 is 12 VDC. The HotPort can provide 12–48 VDC power (PoE) to devices connected to it.

  • Page 37: Appendixc - Specifications

    Power transition cable: 32.8 ft (10 m) 5.250 – 5.350 GHz Regulatory Agency Certifications (The power lavel of the highest gain antenna Contact your Firetide dealer for product availability and certifications for your country is 11.194mW ) 5.750 – 5.825 GHz...

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