Installing the Outdoor Unit
2.3Installing the Outdoor Unit
The following sections describe how to install the outdoor units, including pole mounting the ODU, and connecting the
NOTE
Ensure that outdoor units, antennas and supporting structures are properly installed to eliminate any physical hazard to either people or property. Make sure that the installation of the outdoor unit, antenna and cables is performed in accordance with all relevant national and local building and safety codes. Even where grounding is not mandatory according to applicable regulation and national codes, it is highly recommended to ensure that the outdoor unit and the antenna pole (when using external antenna) are grounded and suitable lightning protection devices are used so as to provide protection against voltage surges and static charges. In any event, Alvarion is not liable for any injury, damage or regulation violations associated with or caused by installation, grounding or lightning protection.
2.3.1Pole Mounting the Outdoor Unit
NOTE
This section is not applicable for the new, smaller size ODUs. For details on pole mounting the new ODUs refer to section 2.3.2.
The Outdoor Unit can be mounted on a pole using one of the following options:
Special clamps and threaded rods are supplied with each unit. There are two pairs of threaded holes on the back of the unit, enabling to use the special clamps for mountingthe unit on diverse pole diameters.
Special grooves on the sides of the unit enable the use of metal bands to secure the unit to a pole. The bands must be 9/16 inches wide and at least 12 inches long. The metal bands are not included with the installation package.
NOTE
Be sure to mount the unit with the bottom panel, which includes the LED indicators, facing downward.
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