Table of Contents Welcome About This Guide Who Should Use This Guide Finding Additional Information About Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router Preparing for Installation Site Prerequisites Overview of the Indoor Installation Outdoor Router Hardware Cable System Overview of the Outdoor Installation...
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Avaya Wireless Cable Assembly Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester Low-Loss Antenna Cable 14 dBi Directional Antenna General Description Contents of the Antenna Box Mounting the Directional Antenna 7 dBi Omni-Directional Base Station Antenna Hardware Specifications Mounting the Omni-directional Antenna Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Certified Outdoor Solutions Introduction Selecting the Right Card & Cables Regulatory Information Support & Warranty Technical Support Warranty and Repair List of Figures LOF-1 Index List of Tables LOT-1...
Welcome About This Guide This Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide explains how to install and set- up an outdoor antenna installation based on Avaya Wireless PC Cards that will be used in combination with: Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router products Avaya Wireless Client products There is also a chapter about verifying the wireless link quality and correcting problems that might arise during installation or operation.
How to use the OR Manager program is described in: The “Context-Sensitive Help” as described below. The "Avaya Wireless OR Manager - User’s Guide" provided on the software CD-ROM that came with the Outdoor Router device (inserted inside the back-side cover of the Getting Started Guide that came with your product).
"Avaya Wireless PC Card Getting Started". Hardware specifications for the outdoor antennas, the cabling system and the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester are listed in Appendices of this guide. Additional files on your Software CD-ROM All software CD-ROMs (or diskettes) that came with your Avaya Wireless products, include a file called “readme.txt”.
“Avaya Wireless Remote Outdoor Router” functionality, or “Avaya Wireless Central Outdoor Router” functionality. Avaya Wireless Remote Outdoor Router With two Avaya Wireless Remote Outdoor Routers, it’s easy to setup a wireless Point-to-Point link as pictured in Figure 1-1 below. Figure 1-1...
Welcome About Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router Avaya Wireless Central Outdoor Router If you wish to connect more than two buildings, you can choose to: Setup multiple Point-to-Point links, using multiple pairs of Remote Outdoor Router systems, or Setup a single Point-to-Multipoint system using a single Central Outdoor Router and multiple Remote Outdoor Routers as pictured in Figure 1-2 below.
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If you wish to extend the features of previously purchased hardware you can purchase dedicated Software License Kits to upgrade: AP II into one of the Avaya Wireless Outdoor Routers described on the previous pages. Extend the features of a previously purchased Avaya Wireless Outdoor Routers.
Verify you have arranged all safety measures for outdoor/rooftop installation (see the “Safety Precautions” on page 4-1). Verify you have all equipment and tools required to install the outdoor antennas. Install and verify proper operation of the equipment. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
Outdoor Router To setup a point-to-point wireless connection between two Outdoor Routers, you will need: Two Avaya Wireless Outdoor Routers with PC Card, and Two antenna cable systems (see Appendix Appendix A “The Antenna Cabling System”), and Two outdoor antenna’s.
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On each end of the wireless link you will need the following items as pictured in Figure 2-1 on page 2-2: a. The Avaya Wireless PC Card (see “Selecting the Right Card & Cables” on page G-3). b. The Outdoor Router device that has been loaded with Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router software.
On each end of the wireless link you will need the following items as pictured in Figure 2-2: a. The Avaya Wireless PC Card (see “Selecting the Right Card & Cables” on page G-3). b. The Cable Assembly to connect the Avaya Wireless PC Card (A) to the Surge Arrester.
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Preparing for Installation Overview of the Indoor Installation WARNING: The Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router, the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester and the antenna mast must be connected to the same grounding system. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
WARNING: You are not allowed to change the length of the Avaya Inc. low-loss antenna cable. Shortening the cable will void the Avaya Inc. Warranty, and may conflict with radio certifications and/or approvals.
Preparing for Installation Overview of the Indoor Installation For optimal protection the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester must be installed at a location that satisfies the following requirements: A location as close to the location where the antenna cable will enter the building (see also “Placement of the Outdoor Router Hardware”...
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Always seal the connectors using weather-proofing tape. Prior to sealing the outdoor connectors and permanently securing the cable to the wall using cable ties and wall hooks, you may wish to verify if the installation and all components function properly. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
The outdoor installation of the link (point-to-point or point-to-multipoint) will consist of the following components: The Avaya Inc. Antenna The Avaya Inc. proprietary low-loss antenna cable (available in different cable lengths). Antenna Mast/Wall Bracket for the antenna. An adequate “Grounding System” that meets the requirements described in “Grounding System”...
Fresnel Zone at the maximum width of the bulge, typically at the mid-point between the antennas. For more information turn to Chapter 3 “Determine Range & Clearance”. Figure 2-3 Potential Obstacles for a Directional Antenna 2-10 Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Above ground power/telephone lines Weather conditions such as rain or snow usually will not have much impact on the performance of your Avaya Wireless Outdoor System, provided that you sealed all cable connectors using the weather-proofing tape. Seasonal factors that could have an effect on signal propagation may occur in...
As poor alignment will typically result in poor performance, Avaya Inc. advises you to always mount the antennas to a mast. Antenna Mast Requirements...
The Wireless Link Test option will enable you to display the strength of the Avaya Wireless radio signal related to the noise that may be appear in the signal path. Looking at the Wireless Link Test screen, you can interactively optimize antenna alignment if required, by making small modifications in the antenna orientation.
You plan to mount multiple directional antennas to the same mast. Your wireless link “crosses” another radio beam from a neighboring installation. Mounting for horizontal polarization is only supported by the Avaya Inc. 14 dBi Directional Antenna and 24 dBi Directional Parabolic Grid Antenna. NOTE:...
The antenna cable must be routed and fixed in such a way to clear the passage area for installation technicians. All connectors that are located outdoors, must have a weatherproof seal. You are advised to seal connectors only after you have completed final radio tests. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide 2-15...
1. One Outdoor Router or Outdoor Router Client. 2. One Avaya Wireless PC Card. 3. One Avaya Wireless Cable Assembly (to connect item 2 to item 4). 4. One Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester. 5. One Avaya Inc. low-loss antenna cable.
The Avaya Inc. outdoor solution is based upon the following principles: An output power and antenna gain that comply with the maximum limits as defined by local governing bodies concerning radio transmissions.
Determine the Outdoor Range The range of your outdoor antenna installation is closely related to a number of different factors. To allow you to determine the range of the Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router antenna system in your situation, we have defined the formula...
Determine Range & Clearance Determine the Outdoor Range Determine the Maximum Range The maximum range of your Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router antenna system is based on the: Type of Outdoor Antenna Equipment (page 3-3) Data Speed of the Wireless Link (page 3-7) Clearance of the Signal Path (see “Determine the Clearance Factor”...
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Factor” on page 3-7). Subject to local radio regulations that in a number of countries limit the maximum output power, Avaya Inc. offers different outdoor antenna products in the various countries over the world. Therefore you will need to consult the table...
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Determine Range & Clearance Determine the Outdoor Range Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Determine Range & Clearance Determine the Outdoor Range Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
Determine Range & Clearance Determine the Outdoor Range Data Speed of the Wireless Link By default, the radio of Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router products will transmit at the highest available transmit rate. As data transmissions at lower speeds can travel larger distances than transmissions at the highest transmit rates, the Avaya Wireless Outdoor Routers allow you to choose a lower data rate to increase the maximum range.
Determine the Clearance Factor For optimal performance of your outdoor antenna link, it is important that the signal path between the two Avaya Wireless Outdoor Routers provides sufficient clearance. NOTE: A wireless outdoor antenna link that lacks sufficient clearance will suffer from poor performance, which is typically perceived as slow network response times.
The minimum clearance for the various antenna combinations and distances is listed in the grey-shaded columns of Table 3-1 and Table 3-2, where clearance should be interpreted as follows: Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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If your actual clearance is less than the minimum clearance identified in Table 3-1 or Table 3-2, you will need use the diagram pictured in Figure 3-2 to determine the actual range that will apply in your situation. 3-10 Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
For your convenience we have also included Table 3-4 to provide an example in conditions where the more typical clearance is 10 meters (33 ft.) Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide 3-11...
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Determine Range & Clearance Determine the Outdoor Range 3-12 Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
In the example pictured in Figure 3-3 on page 3-13, we see a set of trees in the signal path. Let’s suppose the clearance ( ) between these trees and the signal path is only be 45 m (148 ft.). Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide 3-13...
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Range= 85 Km (52 mi.) x 32% x 100% = 27.2 Km (16.6 mi.) This might satisfy your requirements for High Speed data transmissions between the two Avaya Wireless Office Routers. However the “safety margin” looks pretty tight. If we would base the calculation on transmissions at Medium speed, your range calculation would look as follows: 1.
Transmit Rates. Alternatively, you may decide to perform on-site diagnostic measurements to validate the results of this calculation. Please consult the "Avaya Wireless OR Manager - User’s Guide" for information about using the Wireless Link Test feature to perform on-site diagnostic measurements.
According to the information about dense urban areas described in “Determine the Clearance Factor” on page 3-8, we use the height of the antennas above the roof-tops of both buildings to determine the level of actual clearance. 3-16 Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Transmit Rates. Alternatively, you may decide to perform on-site diagnostic measurements to validate the results of this calculation. Please consult the "Avaya Wireless OR Manager - User’s Guide" for information about using the Wireless Link Test feature to perform on-site diagnostic measurements.
To verify the equipment prior to installation, you may need to skip this chapter and first proceed with the guidelines as described in the "Avaya Wireless OR Manager - User’s Guide". The "Avaya Wireless OR Manager - User’s Guide" is shipped with the...
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Planning Antenna Installation DANGER: The Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router outdoor antennas are intended for mounting on a roof, or the side of a building. Installation shall not be attempted by someone who is not trained or experienced in this type of work.The antenna has to be installed by a suitably trained professional...
Appendices B through F. 4. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna 5. Route the antenna cable to the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester that has been installed indoors. 6. Connect the antenna cable to the Surge Arrester.
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WARNING: When you need to remove or relocate the antenna, follow the “Safety Precautions” on page 4-1, and follow the steps listed above in exactly the reverse order. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
Installing the Antenna Mounting the Antenna Mounting the Antenna Avaya Inc. offers multiple antennas to setup a wireless link. As the mounting procedures for the various antennas may differ from one another, please consult the corresponding Appendix for the antenna type that you plan to install: Appendix B “14 dBi Directional Antenna”...
1. First connect the antenna cable to the antenna 2. Secure the antenna cable to the mast such that the cable connectors do not support the full weight of the cable. 3. Connect the opposite end of the antenna cable to the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester. NOTE:...
You are advised to seal the connectors only after you have verified optimal alignment of the antennas using the Wireless Link Test as described in the "Avaya Wireless OR Manager - User’s Guide". Doing so will enable you to adjust antenna placement and cable routing without removing the tape.
N-Type connector that matches the other parts of your Outdoor Antenna Cabling System. Selecting the Correct Connector-Type All cabling components of the Avaya Wireless Outdoor Antenna system come with Standard-N type connectors as pictured in Table A-1 below.
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When installing, disconnecting or replacing one of the cabling components, you must ensure at all times that each exposed metal connectors of the antenna cabling system will be grounded locally during the work. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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1. First connect each of the connectors of the low-loss antenna cables to the grounding system. 2. Next connect the cable connector of the Avaya Wireless Cable Assembly to the grounding system. 3. Finally connect the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester to the grounding system.
The Avaya Wireless Cable Assembly is the Avaya Inc. proprietary cable to connect Avaya Wireless PC Cards to an outdoor antenna system. On the end that is connected to the Avaya Wireless card, the cable assembly has the Avaya Inc. proprietary connector.
4. Next insert the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester (item A” into the bracket as pictured in Figure A-1. 5. Use the hex-nut (item F) to secure the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester in its position, and ensure that the Protector is properly connected to the grounding system.
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The Antenna Cabling System Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester WARNING: To avoid damage to electronic equipment and your Avaya Wireless equipment always apply the “Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester” between the outdoor antenna installation and the Outdoor Router hardware or other computing device that is connected to the outdoor antenna(s).
Use of the 10 mm diameter version of this cable is subject to local radio regulations. Consult Appendix G “Certified Outdoor Solutions” for information whether you are allowed to use this cable in your country. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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101.2 gram/meter (0.068 lbs/ft) Bend Radius 100 mm (4 in.) Electrical Specifications Insertion Loss 0.22 dB/meter (6.8 dB/100 feet) Total for this cable < 5.7 dB See also “Selecting the Correct Connector-Type” on page A-1 Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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The Antenna Cabling System Low-Loss Antenna Cable Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
(to attach the antenna to the U-bolts or screws) Mounting the Directional Antenna You can mount the Avaya Inc. 14 dBi Directional Antenna to a mast or a flat vertical surface, such as a wall. In most cases mounting the antenna to a mast will allow for more flexibility in adjusting the height and direction of the antenna to aim it at the opposite end of the wireless link.
To mount the antenna to a mast proceed as follows: 1. Verify if you have all the items listed below: The Avaya Wireless 2.4 GHz antenna The 2 U-bolts and bolt heads provided The 4 flat washers and 4 nuts provided A socket wrench to tighten the nuts 2.
To mount the antenna proceed as follows: 1. Verify if you have all the items listed below: The Avaya Wireless 2.4 GHz antenna (optional) an intermediate plate 4 plugs and screws 4 flat washers...
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Operating Temperature - 40°C (-40°F) to +60°C (140°F) Wind/survival At least 200 km/h (124 mph.) See also “Selecting the Correct Connector-Type” on page A-1 At least 100 km/h (62 mph) with 1.25 cm (0.5 in.) ice. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
7 dBi Omni-Directional Base Station Antenna Hardware Specifications The Avaya Inc. 7 dBi Omni-Directional Base Station Antenna is a broadband antenna for the 2.4 GHz frequency band featuring an omni-directional pattern with a nominal gain of 7 dBi. The pole-type antenna is enclosed in a weatherproof protective covering (“radome”).
Avoid overtightening the hose-clip nut to avoid damage to the clip and your antenna. 8. Proceed with “Connecting the Antenna Cable” on page 4-6 to connect the antenna to the indoor equipment and seal the antenna connectors. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Operating Temperature - 40°C (-40°F) to +60°C (140°F) Wind/survival At least 200 km/h (124 mph) See also “Selecting the Correct Connector-Type” on page A-1 At least 100 km/h (62 mph) with 1.25 cm (0.5 in.) ice. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
10 dBi Omni-Directional Base Station Antenna Hardware Specifications The Avaya Inc. 10 dBi Omni-Directional Base Station Antenna is a broadband antenna for the 2.4 GHz frequency band featuring an omni-directional pattern with a nominal gain of 10 dBi. This antenna is typically used in combination with Avaya Wireless/Centrals in Master mode.
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Operating Temperature +60°C (140°F) - 40°C (-40°F) Wind/survival (mph) At least 240 km/h (150 mph) See “Selecting the Correct Connector-Type” on page A-1 At least 200 km/h (124 mph) with 1.25 cm (0.5 in.) ice. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
12 dBi Directional Wide Angle Antenna Hardware Specifications The Avaya Inc. 12 dBi Directional Wide Angle Antenna is for the 2.4 GHz frequency band is a perfect match between the features of the: Directional Antennas described in Appendix B “14 dBi Directional Antenna”...
4. Tighten hardware securely. The U-bolts should be tightened to 9 Nm (7 ft.- lbs). 5. Proceed with “Connecting the Antenna Cable” on page 4-6 to connect the antenna to the indoor equipment and seal the antenna connectors. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Operating Temperature +60°C (140°F) - 40°C (-40°F) Wind/survival (mph) At least 200 km/h (124 mph) See “Selecting the Correct Connector-Type” on page A-1 At least 100 km/h (62 mph) with 1.25 cm (0.5 in.) ice. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
24 dBi Directional Parabolic Grid Antenna Hardware Specifications The Avaya Inc. 24 dBi Directional Parabolic Grid Antenna is a broadband antenna for the 2.4 GHz frequency band. The grid-type antenna that allows for either horizontal or vertical mounting on a antenna mast with an outside diameter of up to 51 mm (2 in).
Prior to installation, or climbing the roof, verify if all parts and components are included. If any part is missing or appears to be damaged, please consult your authorized Avaya Inc. Reseller. Assembling the Antenna 1. Assemble the two halves inserting the 4 #8-32 machine screws through the front.
Determine Polarization Polarity of the antenna must always be the same as the polarity of the antenna on the opposite side of the link! 4. Place the “L” bracket on the back of the antenna. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
For tilted alignment, you will only use a single U-bolt and two lock washers and nuts. This mounting method allows you to mount the antenna with an elevation in 10 degree increments Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Operating Temperature +60°C (140°F) - 40°C (-40°F) Wind/survival (mph) At least 200 km/h (124 mph) See “Selecting the Correct Connector-Type” on page A-1 At least 100 km/h (62 mph) with 1.25 cm (0.5 in.) ice. Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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PC Cards and Outdoor Antennas Low-loss antenna cables and Outdoor Antennas Radio channels selected at Avaya Wireless Outdoor Router devices that are connected to specific Outdoor Antennas. NOTE: Basic rule for selecting a combination of cards, cables and antennas is that no combination is allowed unless explicitly approved in this Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide.
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The end-user must verify that: The antenna installer is aware of these regulations. The correct type of Avaya Wireless card is used to connect the host device to the outdoor antenna installation. The correct type of cables and surge arrester have been used, according to the instructions described in this document.
Selecting the Right Card & Cables To comply with local radio regulations, Avaya Inc. offers two types of Avaya Wireless Cards, that can be used to connect a Outdoor Router or other computing device to an outdoor antenna installation: Standard black-colored Avaya Wireless PC Card...
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Fixed Wireless PC Card. The only antenna/cable combination that allows for using a black-colored Avaya Wireless PC Cards, is the 7 dBi Omni-Directional Base Station Antenna in combination with the 6m (20ft) cable with 5 mm (0.2 in.) diameter, or the 15 m (50ft.) or 25 m (75 ft.) cables.
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Certified Outdoor Solutions Selecting the Right Card & Cables Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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Certified Outdoor Solutions Selecting the Right Card & Cables Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
Certified Outdoor Solutions Regulatory Information Regulatory Information The Avaya Inc. outdoor antenna solution must be installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions as described in this Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide. For country-specific approvals, please consult the flyer "Information to the User"...
Alternatively please contact your local authorized Avaya Wireless reseller for Technical Support. Help us helping you by completing the Avaya Wireless problem report form and include it with your e-mail or fax when contacting Technical Support. You can find the problem report form ( ) on: report.txt...
Avaya Inc.. In no event will Avaya Inc. Inc. or any other party or person be liable to you or anyone else for any damages, including lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages, or inability to use the software provided on the software media even if Avaya Inc.
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Support & Warranty Warranty and Repair...
Calculating the Point-to-Point Range 3-13 Figure 3-4 Calculating the Point-to-Multipoint Range 3-16 Figure A-1 Mounting the Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester Figure B-1 Mounting the 14 dBi Antenna to a Mast Figure B-2 Mounting the 14 dBi Antenna to a Wall Figure B-3...
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2-12 requirements 2-12 wall (side) mount Antenna Radiation Patterns Fresnel Zone 2-14 Antenna, polarization Gain Avaya Wireless Surge Arrester 2-13 Grounding System Azimuth Plane Horizontal Plane, see Azimuth Plane Cable Assembly, specifications Cable Factor Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide IX-1...
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2-13 User’s Guide 2-14 Wireless Link Test Outdoor Router Vertical Plane, see Elevation Plane hardware hardware installation placement Output Power Performance 2-11 seasonal factors 2-11 weather conditions Point-to-Point Range Cable Factor calculating IX-2 Avaya Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide...
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