BridgeWave AR60X manual Link Distance, Antenna Location

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AR60X Installation Manual

2.4 Link Distance

Measurement of the link distance is important in estimating the link availability and calculating expected Receive Signal Level (RSL). This measurement can be performed using the Latitude and Longitude readings from a Global Positioning System (GPS) device, which is placed near the proposed locations of the antennas, or using a range finder device.

The Minimum Link Distances are as follows:

AR/GE/FE 60: 65 feet (20 meters)

AR60X: 330 feet (100 meters)

To estimate maximum distances and availabilities for a given product and region, BridgeWave’s Path Availability Calculator can be used. To obtain the latest version of BridgeWave’s Path Availability Calculator, contact BridgeWave’s Customer Service or search the eService center knowledgebase

2.5 Antenna Location

The optimum location for the antennas must be determined. The ideal location should provide for ease of erecting and mounting the antenna, as well as unimpeded Line­OSight (LOS) to the other site. The following factors should be taken into account:

Type of mounting—fixed or roof­safe pole mounting

Location where the fiber and DC power wiring will enter/exit the building

Length of cable runs

Grounding connection points

Obstructions (LOS)

Accessibility of mounting location

Access to building after regular working hours

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Contents AR60X Wireless Ethernet Links Copyright Notice & Disclaimer Export ControlProduct Compatibility Safety Regulatory Information Equipment PrecautionsTable of Contents Introduction Purpose of ManualPrior Knowledge Contact Information Return Material Authorization RMASite Planning Equipment ChecklistGeneral Line of Sight LOSAntenna Location Link DistanceCabling Grounding & Lightning ­3 14­gauge DC power cable with crimp connectorsEnvironmental Cabling Diagram Equipment Unpacking InstallationQty Description Equipment InventoryInstallation Tools Tighten bolts Securely Antenna Mount InstallationTighten bolts securely AR60X Installation Manual Antenna and Radio Installation ­9 Captive radio bolt detail ­10 Attaching the radio to the back of the antenna ­12 Elevation up/down adjustment Fiber Cabling Cable InstallationOptional Copper Ethernet Cabling Ground Cabling Introduction Ice Shield Canopy InstallationQty Description AR60X Installation Manual Antenna Alignment Auto Calibration States ­10 Quality Voltage Graph 10QUAL and RSL Test Cable Radio Link Status Indicators Network Port Statistics Connecting Network EquipmentContact BridgeWave support to obtain a login account Appendix a TroubleshootingAR60X Installation Manual Distance Appendix B RSL Voltage vs. DistanceLimited Hardware Warranty Std. Limited Warranty & SW LicenseLimitation of Remedy and Liability Provisions