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GigaSpire BLAST u4hm (GM1028H)
Installation Guide
June 2024
#220-01346-12

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  • Page 1 GigaSpire BLAST u4hm (GM1028H) Installation Guide June 2024 #220-01346-12...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Identifying the Installation Location ................25 Installing the System on a Wall .................. 27 Installing the System on a Pole .................. 30 Grounding the Unit ....................33 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 4 Replacing Removed Covers ..................37 Sealing Cable Entry Locations ..................38 Appendix .................. 39 System LED Behavior ....................39 System Specifications ....................41 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    This document provides the installation practice for the Calix GigaSpire BLAST GM1028H (u4hm) outdoor satellite system. Note that there are two separate models: 1. GM1028H GigaSpire BLAST u4hm outdoor ONU. This item is marketed in North America. 2. GM1028H-2 GigaSpire BLAST u4hm-2 outdoor ONU. This item is marketed in International markets.
  • Page 6 ALERTE! L'alerte indique la présence d'un danger susceptible d'endommager l'équipement ou les logiciels, de perdre des données ou d'interrompre le service s'il n'est pas évité. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    For external power supplies, the external power supply used in this device is to be Class II or a  Limited Power Source (LPS) power supply. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 8 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Gigaspire Blast U4Hm (Gm1028H) Product Overview

    Chapter 1 GigaSpire BLAST u4hm (GM1028H) Product Overview This chapter introduces the Calix GigaSpire BLAST u4hm (GM1028H) and BLAST u4hm-2 outdoor mesh Wi-Fi satellite system and provides an overview of installation considerations. Topics Covered This chapter covers the following topics: Introducing the GigaSpire BLAST u4hm (on page 9) ...

  • Page 10: Introducing The Gigaspire Blast U4Hm

    Coupled with the Calix GigaPro GPR8802x, the GigaSpire BLAST u4hm can be powered via an ethernet cable. In addition, the GigaSpire BLAST u4hm can also be powered locally (with a traditional power adapter), offering the ultimate outdoor location flexibility.

  • Page 11: Product Dimensions

    Note: The GM1028H must be wall or pole mounted using the appropriate mounting bracket. Note: The u4hm includes the wall mount bracket affixed to the back of the unit. Wall Mount Dimensions - GM1028H Satellite Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 12: Exploring Product Interfaces

    By tilting the GM1028H downward, the bottom surface of the satellite can be seen. The image below provides information on interface ports and their functions. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 13: Mounting Options

    Additional Mounting Considerations From a best practice’s standpoint, keep the following in mind: Calix recommends mounting the BLAST u4hm as high as practical for Wi-Fi performance  reasons. However, this deployment scenario still mandates that an AC power outlet is located within the power cord distance of the Wi-Fi source.

  • Page 14: Powering Options

    Powering Options The GigaSpire u4hm system supports two options for power: Local AC power: You can power the system via a standard AC power outlet using a Calix  power adapter cable. PoE: You can line-power the system via the ethernet uplink data cable using a PoE injector ...
  • Page 15 Note: As a standards-based solution, the GigaSpire u4hm system can accept PoE power from any IEEE 802.3at compliant PSE. Performance may vary by manufacturer. To ensure the best possible performance, Calix recommends using the Calix PoE injector (100-06005) because it has been thoroughly tested for all supported use cases.

  • Page 16: Agency Listings

    NEC (National Electrical Code) Telcordia GR-950 802.11p, 802.11Q Telcordia GR-909 Telcordia GR-1244 Telcordia GR-49 Telcordia GR-2890 CISPR-22 Wi-Fi Alliance Certified 802.11ax Wi-Fi DFS Certified Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 17 DANGER! L'utilisation d'adaptateurs d'alimentation non approuvés ou incorrects peut entraîner des blessures. Note: When using the standard power adapter, units will be inoperable after loss of main power. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 18: Installation Variables

    Note: The GigaSpire BLAST u4hm Wi-Fi AP system operates in satellite mode only. The GigaSpire BLAST u4hm Wi-Fi AP system can connect to the RG system via a wired or wireless connection. You can arrange satellites in a star or daisy-chain topology, adhering to the following...

  • Page 19: User-Supplied Items

    (2) mounting screws for wall-mount bracket  PoE power supply equipment (PSE)/PoE injector, to install nearby; only if using PoE power  option Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 20  Pencil (to mark bracket and drill hole locations; wall-mount kit)  Nut driver, 5/16" (to tighten hose clamps; pole-mount kit)  Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Installing The Gm1028H Gigaspire Blast Satellite

    Check the contents of each box carefully as you receive them. Components may not be located where you might expect them due to certain items being tested immediately before shipment. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 22: Unpacking The Gigaspire Blast Gm1028H

    Unpacking the GigaSpire BLAST GM1028H Each device is shipped individually in its own carton and contains the following: Part Number 100-05839 GigaSpire Blast u4hm (GM1028H) hardened dual band 2x2 Wi-Fi 6, GE WAN includes the following additional parts and supplies: The u4hm main device with interface cover pre-installed.

  • Page 23: Installing Power And Network Cables

    Note: Some early u4hm units shipped with tamper-proof Torx head screws instead of Phillips head screws. If your unit is so equipped, use a security Torx driver instead. Alternate Torx Head Screw with Tool Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 24 To achieve a complete seal, you can use silicone caulk around the cable entry area at the bottom of the cover. Seal the cable entry locations with silicone-based caulk as needed. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 25: Identifying The Installation Location

    Identifying the Installation Location Calix recommends mounting the u4hm as high as practical for Wi-Fi performance reasons. However, this deployment scenario still mandates that an AC power outlet is located within the power cord distance of the Wi-Fi source (optional 16' power cord is available for outdoor installations).
  • Page 26 MISE EN GARDE! L'utilisation de commandes ou de réglages ou l'exécution de procédures autres que celles spécifiées ici peuvent entraîner une exposition à des rayonnements dangereux. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 27: Installing The System On A Wall

    Note: The GM1028H must be wall or pole mounted using the appropriate mounting bracket. Wall Mount Dimensions - GM1028H Satellite The Calix satellite GM1028H can be wall mounted. Keep the following information in mind when considering wall mounting: In a wall mount environment, the minimum distance between the u4hm and the ground is 3.3 ...
  • Page 28 2. Using the illustrations below, mark the two screw locations on the wall, making sure the device will remain level after mounting. Note: If attaching to sheet rock or gypsum board, Calix recommends using a wall anchoring system to ensure the bracket is securely attached.

  • Page 29: Mounting Bracket Dimensions

    GM1028H however there are two mounting slots on the bracket for attaching to the wall. Appropriate mounting dimensions are shown here for reference. Installing the GM1028H Wall Mount Bracket Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 30: Installing The System On A Pole

    Installing the System on a Pole The GigaSpire u4hm (GM1028H) can be pole mounted using an optional pole mount kit from Calix (100-05967). The kit consists of the following components: Pole Mount Bracket  Bracket Hose Clamp (2)  Ground Lug Cable assembly ...
  • Page 31 Note: The hex head screw on the hose clamp can accept a 5/16" ratchet bit for faster tightening. Pole Mount Bracket Attached Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 32 6. Once complete, route cables directly to and against the mounting pole and secure with cable ties or other material as appropriate per local codes. 7. Seal the cable entry locations with silicone-based caulk as needed. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 33: Grounding The Unit

    Use a 20 AWG wire (not provided) for grounding. Connect the ground wire to the u4hm chassis using Calix supplied hardware (ring lug and Phillips pan-head screw with pawl washer) as described below. ALERT! Beware of electrostatic discharge. Follow standard ESD precautions.
  • Page 34 Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 35: Chapter 3: Final Setup And Activation

    Powering up the System (on page 35)  Replacing Removed Covers (on page 37)  Sealing Cable Entry Locations (on page 37)  Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 36: Powering Up The System

    After you have installed cables, the GigaSpire u4hm (GM1028H) system is ready to power up and connect to the network. Use one of the following procedures to apply power to the system. If you installed a Calix power adapter cable* to use a local AC power supply, follow the first  procedure below.

  • Page 37: Replacing Removed Covers

    Verify that the system LED shows as "in service". Refer to "System LED Behavior" for expected  behavior. Verify with your back office that the system checked in to Calix Cloud as needed.  Replacing Removed Covers Covers must be replaced before finalizing the installation. Perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 38: Sealing Cable Entry Locations

    3. Apply silicone sealant to space around the cable in each entry port. If necessary, use a finger to spread the caulk around the rubber entry hole to assure a complete air-tight seal. Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 39: Appendix

    Connected to internet Solid Green Note: LED is on. Service Failure, No service, no internet. No internet Solid Red Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 40 * If pairing is accomplished, LED bar will change to reflect Gateway status. Mesh In Service. Connected to internet Complete. Solid Green Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 41: System Specifications

    Certification and Compliance Value FCC Part 15 Class B, Industry Canada (IC), ICES-003 Class B, Emissions CISPR-22 UL 62368 and UL 1697 approved Safety Proprietary Information: Not for use or disclosure except by written agreement with Calix. © Calix. All Rights Reserved.

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