User's Manual

C
HAPTER
3. S
ITE
P
LANNING
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L
OCATION OF THE
O
UTDOOR
U
NIT
(R
ADIO
/A
NTENNA
)
For optimal wireless channel performance, it is advantageous to locate the Outdoor
Unit (radio/antenna) where it has the least-obstructed path to the base station antenna.
If a line-of-site path is available, locate the Outdoor Unit where the path is least likely
to be affected by such obstructions as blowing branches, seasonally changing foliage,
etc. If a clear line-of-site path is not available, choose a path that minimizes obstruc-
tions.
Fine-tuning of the antenna pointing is performed using the CPE Installation
Tool software, as described in Chapter 6 of this manual.
Other factors to consider when choosing a location for the Outdoor Unit include:
• Distance to the Indoor Unit — Locate the Outdoor Unit so that cables to the
Indoor Unit will be no longer than 165 feet (50 m).
• Cable routing — Consider how cables from the Outdoor Unit cables will enter
the building.
• Accessibility — If possible, choose a location that is relatively accessible,
which will simplify installation and any adjustment or repair that might be nec-
essary in the future.
• Mounting method — The antenna/receiver includes an adjustable bracket for
mounting the unit on a pole that is 1.5 inch, 2 inches, or 5 cm in diameter. For
other mounting options (under an eave or on a chimney, for example), mount-
ing hardware may be adapted as desired. Any alternate mounting method
should allow adequate adjusting of the antenna direction, both horizontally and
vertically.