Summary of Contents for Tranzeo TR-FDD Series
- Page 1 Tranzeo TR-FDD Series User Guide Covers the following models: TR-FDD-24 TR-FDD-N TR-FDD-24-GT Revision: 1.2 Firmware: 3.6.0 Date: 10/25/07...
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Page 2: Document Revisions
Document Revisions: Version 1.0 January 29, 2007 Version 1.1 June 26, 2007 Version 1.2 October 25, 2007 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Inc. 19473 Fraser Way Pitt Meadows, BC Canada V3Y 2V4 Toll Free Number: 1.866.872.6936 Technical Support: 1.888.460.6366 General Inquiries: info@tranzeo.com Local Number: 1.604.460.6002... -
Page 3: Safety Information
• Do not collocate or operate the antenna used with the device in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Use this product only with antennas of the same or lower gain as the following Tranzeo • Antennas: TR-GD58-26 – 5.8 GHz 26 dBi Grid antenna TR-5.8-32db-ant—5.8 GHz 32dBi Dish antenna... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
If the ground is to be attached to an existing electrical circuit, turn off the circuit before • attaching the wire. Use the Tranzeo Power over Ethernet (POE) adapter only with approved Tranzeo • models. Never install radio equipment, surge suppressors or lightning protection during a storm. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Chapter 3: Configuration ..............3-1 Connecting to the Radio ................... 3-1 Changing the IP Address - Windows XP ............ 3-1 Changing the IP Address Using the Tranzeo Locator ......... 3-2 Login into the Configuration Interface ............. 3-3 Information Page ....................3-4 Setup Menu ....................... - Page 6 Appendix C: Wiring Standard ............C-1 Appendix D: PxP Install Checklist ............ D-1 Appendix E: Glossary of Terms ............E-1 Appendix F: Tranzeo Electrical Plugs ..........F-1 Appendix G: Warranty Terms ............G-1 Appendix H: How Can We Improve? ..........H-1 Appendix I: Notes ................
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Page 7: Chapter 1: Overview
IEEE802.11a standard, the TR-FDD series also provides powerful features such as the Internet-based configuration utility as well as WEP and WPA security. Product Kit The TR-FDD Series product kit contains the items shown below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your local dealer for support. TR-FDD Series... -
Page 8: Product Description
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 1: Overview Product Description The LEDs, ports and product information are located at the back of the TR-FDD Series radio, as shown in the picture. MAC address Serial number LED Panel indicators Grounding Post Studs for the... - Page 9 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 1: Overview LED Panel Indicators Label Color Indicators On: Powered on ● Power Off: No power On: Ethernet link ● Flashing: Ethernet traffic Green Off: No Ethernet link On: Radio link ● Flashing: Radio activity Radio...
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Page 10: Chapter 2: Hardware Installation
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Chapter 2: Hardware Installation The TR-FDD Series radios are easy to install, as you’ll see in this chapter. Before starting, you will need to get the tools listed below and decide about the site and orientation of the device. Once ready, follow the instructions about how to install the Ethernet cable, mount the device, ground the antenna, and make the connections in order to get a proper installation. -
Page 11: Polarity
Power Supply Only use a power adapter approved for use with the TR-FDD Series radio. Otherwise, the product may be damaged and will not be covered by the Tranzeo warranty. -
Page 12: Installing The Ethernet Cable
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Installing the Ethernet Cable Step 1: Insert the strain relief, without the cap nut, into the port opening of the boot cover. Step 2: Using a 3/4” wrench, tighten the strain relief until it touches the boot cover. - Page 13 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Step 5: Place the gasket—with the adhesive side facing up—over the 4 studs around the port of the radio. Flatten the gasket ensuring there are no gaps. Remove the backing. Step 6: Plug the Cat 5 cable inserted in the boot cover into the port.
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Page 14: Attaching The Channel Shield
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Attaching the Channel Shield Step 9: Attach Channel shield to the channel shield mounting plate. The screws should fit in the counter sunk holes. Incorrect Correct Step 10: Attach Channel shield mounting plate to the TR-FDD with the included nuts. -
Page 15: Mounting The Radio
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Step 13: Place the channel shield cover and channel shield compression ring over the channel shield as shown. Step 14: Attach and tighten the screws and nuts as shown ensuring that the gasket is compressed equally around the cover. -
Page 16: Grounding The Antenna
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Grounding the Antenna Step 17: Using a #6 green grounding wire, connect the grounding lug on the radio to a proper ground. See Appendix A: Grounding and Lighting Protection Information. IMPORTANT: This device must be grounded. Connect the green grounding wire to a known good earth ground, as outlined in the National Electrical Code. -
Page 17: Connecting The Radio
IMPORTANT! Use the power adapter supplied with the radio. Otherwise, it may be damaged. Step 14: To configure the TR-FDD Series radio, connect the Ethernet cable to the POE adapter and to a computer. Ensure that the distance between the computer and the radio does not exceed 300 ft (90 m). -
Page 18: Best Practices
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Best Practices Follow these practices to ensure a correct installation and grounding. Always try to run long Cat 5 and LMR cables inside of the mounting pole. • This helps to insulate the cable from any air surges. -
Page 19: Chapter 3: Configuration
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration Chapter 3: Configuration The TR-FDD Series radios can be configured through an HTML configuration interface, accessible using any Internet browser. The configuration interface allows you to define and change settings, and also shows information about the performance of the device. -
Page 20: Changing The Ip Address Using The Tranzeo Locator
The Tranzeo Locator is a utility that allows users to quickly change the IP address of the Tranzeo radios. It sends out a broadcast on the network and displays a list of other Tranzeo radios connected, from which you can configure the IP address for your device. -
Page 21: Login Into The Configuration Interface
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration Login into the Configuration Interface After defining the network settings, follow these steps to login into the Tranzeo Configuration Interface. Open your Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Netscape, or Firefox). 2. In the address bar, type your IP address (default IP: http://192.168.1.100). -
Page 22: Information Page
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration Information Page This is the first window of the configuration interface. It shows the main menu and information about the device settings, like wireless, network, and security settings. The menu is divided in four sections: Setup Menu •... -
Page 23: Setup Menu
Chapter 3: Configuration Setup Menu In this section you would be able to configure wireless and administrative settings for the TR-FDD Series radio. Wireless Settings This window displays the wireless configuration of the device. Rx-Master / Tx-Slave or Tx-Master / Rx-Slave. One... - Page 24 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration This is the maximum size for a packet to be sent RTS Threshold: automatically. When it exceeds the RTS threshold, the CPE sends first a ‘request to send’ (RTS) to the access point before sending the packet.
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Page 25: Administrative Settings
Rollback: It is the network name of the device. This name Device Name: appears in the Locator and on the Tranzeo stations list. This is the login username. User Name: Enter a new password if you want to change it. -
Page 26: Security
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration Security In this section you can configure both basic and advanced security settings for your device. Basic Security Settings In this window you can define WEP parameters. WEP provides security by encrypting data so that it’s protected when transmitted from one point to another. -
Page 27: Advanced Security Settings
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration Advanced Security Settings In this window you can enter WPA parameters. WPA provides a higher level of security, enhancing the security features of WEP. Select the WPA mode. WPA Mode: Select TKIP or AES backwards compatibility if Backward Compatible: required. -
Page 28: Status
This information appears here when the device is a Name: Tranzeo 6000 and the Extended Wireless Information option in the Administrative Settings window is checked. Otherwise, the field will be blank. You can manually enter a name by left clicking on the field and typing in. -
Page 29: Ap List
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration AP List (Tx-Master / Rx-Slave only) This window displays information about the access points associated with the CPE and the connection statistics. You can set an access point’s SSID as your primary SSID by clicking on the MAC address when it’s displayed as a link. -
Page 30: Statistics
This window contains three tabs: TX, RX and INT. TX and RX values are useful to ISPs and other users. The INT (internal) statistics are intended for use by Tranzeo Wireless Technical Support. You can click onto each speed level and see how the traffic breaks down. In the TX statistics, there should little to no Tries at Series 2, 3 or 4. - Page 31 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration UMAC Statistics The UMAC functions occur in the unit’s processor. The UMAC statistics are likely the most useful for radio troubleshooting. This window breaks down the statistics into clean and failed packets. The failed packets should be less than 10% in a normal operating environment. In the TX statistics, there should be little to no Retransmits at Series 2, 3 or 4.
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Page 32: System Performance
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration System Performance This window shows information about the memory usage and the CPU. Many browsers do not allow infinite refreshes of a page through scripts, so this window may stop updating. If it does, simply change the refresh rate to another value to restart the process. -
Page 33: Network Configuration
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration Network Configuration In this window you can control the network configuration of the device. First, you must define if your radio will operate with a static IP address or a DHCP address. The content of the window varies depending on your selection. -
Page 34: Dhcp Client
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Chapter 3: Configuration DHCP CLIENT You can select to use Static IP or DHCP Client IP Mode: (dynamic). Note: If a DHCP server is not available, the device will try to get an IP. If has no success, it will use a fallback IP address. -
Page 35: Appendix A: Grounding And Lightning Protection Information
This radio exceeds International Standard IEC 61000-4-5 when properly grounded. For a copy of the full testing report, see Report Number TRL090904 - Tranzeo Surge Protection board located on the Tranzeo website (www.tranzeo.com). Is lightning damage covered by the warranty? No. - Page 36 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix A Where to ground the device? This radio must be grounded at the pole and at the POE. This is because the radio is between the exterior antenna and the POE ground. See the examples below.
- Page 37 Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix A Grounded POE In this case, the surge will be picked up by the Cat 5 cable and since the POE is grounded, the route for the surge is through the POE to ground. Ungrounded POE...
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Page 38: Appendix B: Channel Allocations
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix B Appendix B: Channel Allocations The following tables list the channel numbers and center frequencies used for 802.11a. Note that while all of these frequencies are in the unlicensed ISM and U- NII bands, not all channels are available in all countries. Many regions impose restrictions on output power as well as indoor and outdoor use on some channels. -
Page 39: Appendix C: Wiring Standard
TIA/EIA-568-B is a set of standards for cabling telecommunications products and services. Follow these standards, as described in the diagram below, to wire the Cat 5 cable during installation of the Tranzeo radio (see Step 3 in Chapter 2: Hardware Installation - Installing the Ethernet Cable). -
Page 40: Appendix D: Pxp Install Checklist
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix D Appendix D: PxP Install Checklist The following are some of the steps you should go through when planning a Point to Point (PxP) link. Step 1: Finding the Location Free Space Loss • Determine the 2 endpoint locations. -
Page 41: Appendix E: Glossary Of Terms
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix E Appendix E: Glossary of Terms AP: Access Point ARP: Address Resolution Protocol CPE: Client Premise Equipment CTS: Clear To Send DFS: Dynamic Frequency Selection DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DNS: Domain Name Server DTIM: Delivery Traffic Indication Message... -
Page 42: Appendix F: Tranzeo Electrical Plugs
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix F Appendix F: Tranzeo Electrical Plugs Electrical Plug Type Letter Description FCC / North American adapter ETSI / Euro adapter FCC / Euro adapter ETSI / UK adapter FCC / UK adapter * 24 volt version shown. -
Page 43: Appendix G: Warranty Terms
Depot warranty means the customer is responsible for delivering the defective product to the designated service depot for repair or replacement. 6. Tranzeo Wireless will repair or replace a product that was found to be defective by Tranzeo during the warranty period at its discretion. -
Page 44: Limitation Of Warranty
5. Tranzeo Wireless will repair or replace a product that was found to be defective by Tranzeo during the warranty period at its discretion. -
Page 45: Warranty Repair
Tranzeo will pay the shipping to return your products. We recommend insuring the package using the values from our commercial invoice. k) Be sure to package the items well. Original packaging should be used for shipping. Tranzeo is not responsible for further damage caused to the unit due to inadequate packaging. -
Page 46: Warranty Disclaimer
Appendix G Out of Warranty Replacements Product that is out warranty will be repaired on a fee for service basis at Tranzeo's shop rate of $70.00 per hour plus parts. A $75.00 deposit is charged for all non-warranty repairs when the RMA is issued. - Page 47 Appendix G Goods Damaged in Transit Tranzeo Wireless Technologies ships all item FOB Factory. This means that title for the item transfers to the buyer once the courier picks up the package. If there is damage, a claim must be filed with the courier by the owner of the goods, which is the buyer.
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Page 48: Appendix H: How Can We Improve
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix H Appendix H: How Can We Improve? Please take a moment to help us improve your experience with Tranzeo Wireless. Please fax the completed questionnaire to 604-460-6005. Each month we will draw for a free gift. Product Quality... -
Page 49: Appendix I: Notes
Tranzeo Wireless Technologies Appendix I Appendix I: Notes TR-FDD Series This document is intended for Public Distribution 19473 Fraser Way, Pitt Meadows, B.C. Canada V3Y 2V4...
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