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® Tropos Networks Mesh Router Outdoor Installation Guide Models 6410 and 6420 555 Del Rey Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94085 USA www.abb.com/tropos 408-331-6800 Part No. 200566-00 Rev A0 2014_11-06...
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Cet appareillage numérique de la classe B répond à toutes les exigences de l’interférence canadienne causant des réglements d’équipement. L’opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet dispositif peut ne pas causer l'interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n’importe quelle interférence reçue, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer l’opération peu désirée.
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European Community Language Versions of Informal Statement for Inclusion in User Information The following statements are in accordance with Article 6.3 of Directive 1999/5/EC. 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410 6420 6410...
STOP!! STOP!! STOP!! STOP!! READ THIS FIRST! Important Safety Instructions The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
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Vous ne devez pas réparer les pièces se trouvant à l'intérieur de l'appareil. Les réparations doivent être effectuées uniquement par du personnel qualifié. The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers are installed in wet, outdoor locations. Make sure closure caps are installed and all cable connections are securely fastened and waterproofed.
List of Figures FIGURE 1 Tropos 6410/ 6420 Router Exploded View ....15 FIGURE 2 Example Mounting Location - Antennas Facing Upward ..18 FIGURE 3 Proper Use of the Clamps .
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List of Tables TABLE 1 6410 Router Models ........11 TABLE 2 6420 Router Models .
802.11b/g/n band, 2400-2483 MHz Support for 802.11b/g/n clients PoE power input: The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers are DC powered. There are a number of methods for connecting power that are described in detail later in this installation manual. Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers can be powered using: —...
802.11a/b/g/n dual band, 2400-2483 MHz/5470-5850 MHz Support for 802.11a/b/g/n clients PoE power input: The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers are DC powered. There are a number of methods for connecting power that are described in detail later in this installation manual.
36 Preparing for Installation The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers must be installed by a trained professional, value added reseller, or systems integrator who is familiar with RF planning issues and regulatory limits defined by the governing body of the country in which the unit will be installed. This section explains how to prepare the installation site.
Chapter 2 Installation Hardware and Tools The following installation accessories are included in the shipping package: One pole bracket Two 4-inch diameter clamps Two 6-inch diameter clamps Five 5/16-inch #10-32 stainless steel hex head machine screws You must supply the following tools: Level 5/16-inch nut driver 1/4-inch flat blade screwdriver...
Antenna orientation—Proper antenna orientation is a critical factor in maximizing radio range. As a general rule, range increases in proportion to gain and antenna height measured from the ground. The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers have integrated antennas; therefore, antenna location and orientation depend on the location of the unit.
Chapter 2 Mounting Strategies When choosing mounting locations, consider the available mounting structures and antenna clearance. The router should always be mounted with the top of the unit horizontal and level and with the antennas facing upward. It is usually best to attach ground and data cables to the router prior to mounting. Before mounting the router, review the wiring instructions in “Grounding the Router”...
Chapter 2 Proper Use of Clamps The mounting assembly contains two clamps to secure the router to the mounting structure. Figure 3 illustrates the proper use of the clamps. The clamps must be routed through slots in the pole bracket as shown in the figure, and then attached to the pole and tightened. The pole bracket should be leveled before it is secured to the pole.
Chapter 2 Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions This section explains how to mount the router on a pole, tower, or streetlight. It is best to mount the router to aluminum or galvanized steel structures. The mounting brackets are designed to pierce any oxidation layers that are on the outside of the pole, thereby assuring good quality connection to the grounded structure.
Chapter 2 Metal Pole Mounting Figure 4 illustrates proper mounting for an outdoor metal pole. Note Antennas must be clear of obstruction. Metal Pole Mounting FIGURE 4 Router Clamps Pole bracket Tropos Routers Installation Guide, Models 6410 and 6420...
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Chapter 2 Mount the router on a metal pole Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any pipe or pole with diameter between 1 inch and 10 inches. Slip the flat portion of each clamp under the inner slot of the pole bracket. Use the clamps to attach the pole bracket to the pole, making sure that they are level.
Chapter 2 Placing the Router on the Mounting Assembly FIGURE 5 To continue installing the router, see “Connecting Data and Power Cables” on page 29. Tropos Routers Installation Guide, Models 6410 and 6420...
Chapter 2 Wood Pole Mounting Figure 6 illustrates proper mounting for an outdoor wood pole. Note Antennas must be clear of obstruction. Wood Pole Mounting FIGURE 6 Router Pole bracket Tropos Routers Installation Guide, Models 6410 and 6420...
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Chapter 2 Mount the router on a wood pole Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any outdoor wood pole of diameter at least 1 inch. Attach the pole bracket to the pole by threading a 1/4-inch bolt through the hole in the lower clamp slot to the pole.
Chapter 2 Wood Brace Mounting You can mount the pole bracket directly on a wood brace without using clamps, as shown in Figure Wood Brace Mounting Option FIGURE 7 1/4” lag bolt 3-1/2” minimum Wood brace Mount the router on a wood pole Select a mounting location.
Chapter 2 Place the upright router onto the top of the mounting bracket, as shown in Figure 5 on page 23. Secure the mounting bracket to the router by attaching two 5/16-inch machine screws through the holes in the mounting bracket tabs to corresponding holes on the bottom of the router.
Chapter 2 Streetlight Mounting You can mount the router on the horizontal or angled arm of a streetlight. Figure 9 shows a typical streetlight mounting installation. Streetlight Mounting FIGURE 9 Router Pole bracket Mount the router on a streetlight Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any streetlight arm with diameter 1” to 10”.
802.3at PoE (Power over Ethernet) power (do not use any other form of PoE power on this port). This port can also be used to configure the router. MGT. The port labeled MGT is one of two types, depending on the specific Tropos 6410 or 6420 model. See the model number descriptions in “Tropos 6410 Router Product Summary”...
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Chapter 2 Note Only use shielded Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 cable rated for outdoor use. For protection against risk of fire, electrical hazard and to ensure the reliable operation of this equipment, the shields of the Cat5 cable must be properly terminated and bonded to the unit and to the protective earth (PE) at the building entrance. Note National Electrical Codes (NEC) Article 800 requires the use of Agency Listed (UL/CSA) Building Entrance Protector for all power and communications cables entering a building.
Chapter 2 Routing the Data/Power Cable to the Router FIGURE 10 Cable gland Rubber boot Plug the cable into the appropriate port on the router. Screw the cable gland onto the bottom of the router, and then slide the nut over the rubber boot and screw both tightly to the cable gland.
Use Cat6 cable for Gigabit Ethernet. Serial Ports Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers that are equipped with serial ports can support serial clients on RS-232 or RS-485 interfaces. The serial port can also be used to power the router. The router can support the following serial client scenarios. Before installation determine the installation scenario and the appropriate powering option for that scenario.
Chapter 2 Serial Client Scenarios (continued) TABLE 4 Wired Serial Client Scenario Recommended Wiring two RS-232 serial clients • Connect the RS-232 serial clients to the MGT port on the router according to the pin assignments in Table • Provide power to the 1410 on the LAN port (note: in this sce- nario the power applied to the LAN port must be from a stan- dard 802.3at power supply) one RS-485 client...
Chapter 2 Grounding the Router Caution You must install an external grounding wire if the router is installed on a non-metal pole or if the metal installation structure is not properly grounded. You must also ground the outdoor data protection device to a bonded pipe or ground rod. Make sure that grounding is complete before you connect power to the router.
Chapter 2 Grounding the Data Protection Device The grounding arrangement for an indoor data protection device is shown in Figure Ground an indoor data protection device Place the protection device as close to the building entrance as possible. Connect a length of #10 AWG bare copper wire to the ground post on the data protection device.
RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Proper operation of this device according to the instructions found in this manual and the hardware and software guides on the router results in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
Chapter 2 Use in specific environments: — Do not operate a portable transmitter near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless it is a type especially qualified for such use. — The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments.
44 Introduction The Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers are designed to operate from DC power sources. If DC power is not available, Tropos offers power solutions for the 6410 and 6420 for photocell and non-photocell applications and a battery backup unit that provides backup power for the routers.
Chapter 3 The deployment scenarios are shown in Figure 14. When using the BB063001 BBU, it should be mounted on the mounting bracket of the 6420/6410 router. When using the PS079001 PoE injector without the BB063011, it can be mounted on the mounting bracket of the 6420/6410 router.
Chapter 3 Installing the PS079001 Follow the guidelines in this section when installing the PS079001: “Tools Required” on page 44 “Installation Procedures” on page 45 Tools Required Wrench, 1/2 inch or 13mm 5/16 nut driver Wrench, 9/16 inch but only when using 3/8" lag Tropos Routers Installation Guide, Models 6410 and 6420...
Chapter 3 Installation Procedures You can co-mount the PS079001 with the router or mount the PS079001 separately on a metal or wood pole. When used with the BB063001 Battery Backup Unit (BBU), the PS079001 should be mounted remotely. Co-mount the PS079001 with the router Follow the instructions in Chapter 2, “Installing the Router,”...
Chapter 3 Remote mount the PS079001 on a metal pole Use the hose clamp to secure the pole bracket to the pole, as shown in Figure 4 on page 21. Secure the PS079001 mounting bracket to the pole bracket. Secure with two each 10-32 screws (Figure 16).
Chapter 3 Remote mount the PS079001 on a wood pole Secure the PS079001 mounting plate to the pole by threading a 1/4-inch bolt through the hole in the clamp slot to the pole. The bolt should be at least 3 1/2 inches in length. Make sure that the bracket is level (Figure 17).
Chapter 3 Installing the Battery Backup Unit Follow the guidelines in this section when installing the battery backup unit (BBU): “Tools Required” on page 44 “Installation Procedures” on page 45 Tools Required Wrench, 1/2 inch or 13mm 5/16 nut driver Wrench, 9/16 inch but only when using 3/8"...
Chapter 3 Installation Procedures You can co-mount the BBU with the router (preferred) or mount the BBU separately on a metal or wood pole. When using both the BBU063001 and the PS079001, the BBU must be co- mounted with the 6420 router and the PS079001 mounted on the pole or other surface. Co-mount the BBU with the router Follow the instructions in Chapter 2, “Installing the Router,”...
Chapter 3 Remote mount the BBU on a metal pole Use the hose clamp to secure the pole bracket to the pole, as shown in Figure 4 on page 21. Secure the BBU mounting bracket to the pole bracket. Secure with two each 10-32 screws (Figure 19).
Chapter 3 Mount the BBU on a wood pole Secure the BBU mounting plate to the pole by threading a 1/4-inch bolt through the hole in the clamp slot to the pole. The bolt should be at least 3 1/2 inches in length. Make sure that the bracket is level (Figure 20).
Power Consumption The figures and tables in this chapter show router power consumption as a function of traffic load. 6410 Power Consumption FIGURE 21 6410 Power Consumption (Watts) at Specified Input Voltage TABLE 8 Traffic level Duty cycle Quiescent (beacon only) Normal Busy hour Maximum...
Product Specifications The tables in this chapter contain specifications for the Tropos 6410 and 6420 routers: “Physical Specifications” on page 50 “Interfaces” on page 52 “Power Options / Consumption” on page 54 “Certifications, Other” on page 54 “PS079001 - Outdoor PoE Injector, non-photocell”...
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Chapter 5 Physical Specifications (continued) TABLE 10 Specification Value Wind Loading (165 mph) < 210 newtons Projected Area 0.7 sq. ft. (100 sq. in.) Corrosion Resistance ASTM B117 salt fog rust resistance compliant Color Color Unpainted metal/gray radome Shock and Vibration Operational: ETSI 300-19-2-4 specification T4.1E, class 4M3 Transportation:...
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Chapter 5 Interfaces TABLE 11 Specification Value LAN Interface • Auto sensing IEEE 802.3 • Maximum Distance (ft): 10/100/1000 BaseT 330 (10BaseT Duplex Setting) 330 (100BaseT Duplex Setting) 330 (1000BaseT Duplex Setting) • RJ45 connector MGT Interface • Auto sensing IEEE 802.3 10/100Base T •...
Chapter 5 PS079001 - Outdoor PoE Injector, non-photocell TABLE 14 Specification Value Input voltage 120-240VAC 50/60Hz Output voltage 48VDC Data input / output 10/100Base-T Connector 3 x RJ45 Dimensions height: 4.92" / 125mm width: 6.77" / 172mm depth: 2.36" / 60mm Weight 2.5 lbs.
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Chapter 5 BB063001 - External Battery Backup Unit (continued) TABLE 15 Specification Value 6410/6420 operation on 4 to 6 hours at 20 battery backup Operating temperature F to +140 F / -40 C to +60 Storage temperature F to +185 F / -40 C to +85 Charging temperature...
Antenna Information This chapter provides information on the integrated Tropos antennas: “2.4 GHz Antennas” on page 58 “5 GHz Antenna” on page 59 Tropos Routers Installation Guide, Models 6410 and 6420...
Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used in this document. Abbreviations TABLE 16 Two-Phase or Split Phase Two-Wire Three-Wire AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Alternating Current ANSI American National Standards Institute American Wire Gauge Battery Backup Unit Celsius Category Complementary Code Keying...
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Abbreviations (continued) TABLE 16 Direct Current Directorate General of Telecommunications (Taiwan) DQPSK Differential-Quadrature Phase-Shift Keying DSSS Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum Electrically Fast Transients EIRP Effective Isotropic Radiated Power Electromagnetic Compatibility IEC standard Electrostatic Discharge ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute European Union Federal Communications Commission FHSS Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum...
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Abbreviations (continued) TABLE 16 Neutral National Electrical Codes NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing Phase Protective Earth Power over Ethernet RJ45 Registered Jack 45 Received Signal Strength Receive Receive Data Technical Inspection Association Transmit Transmit Data Underwriters Laboratories Uninterruptible Power Supply Voltage (Alternating Current)