User Manual

Infrastructure Preparation
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This chapter contains information on the cabling and power requirements for the MA-860
system, as well as the access points that can be used.
3.1 Installation Requirements
The infrastructure preparation consists of two main phases:
1. Floor Planning: Planning the distribution of the antennas on each floor to provide the
required coverage. This phase varies depending on whether the coverage is only for WLAN
or includes voice coverage through the existing infrastructure:
2. IDF or Telecom Closet Planning: Planning the layout of the devices and cables in the
IDF or Telecom Closet. This includes the MA-860, 802.11 Access Points, cabling and other
voice service distribution systems such as MA 1000/2000 that are relevant to the specific
installation.
3.2 Coaxial Cable Connections
3.2.1 General Cable Installation Procedures
• Observe the general cable installation procedures in accordance with the building codes in
your area.
• The building code requires that all cabling be installed above ceiling level (where applicable).
Each length of cable from the risers to each antenna must be concealed above ceiling.
• The cable must be properly supported and maintained straight. This is done either by using
tie wraps or cable trays and clamps or hangers every 10 feet (where practical above ceiling
level). Where this is not obtainable, the following should be observed:
• The minimum bending radius of the supplied ½” coax cable should be 7”.
• Cable that is kinked or has a bending radius smaller than 7” must be replaced.
• Cable runs that span less than two floors should be secured to mechanical structures
that are suitably located.
• The cables should be supported only from the building structure.
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