Product Manual

5. Installation
This section describes how to install the DragonWave AirPair. Perform the procedures in this
section in sequence presented.
5.1. Before you begin
Caution
DragonWave Inc. recommends to connect the AirPair system to
an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) or an equivalent system
in order to withstand power interruptions.
Before installation, preset each DragonWave radio to the desired
channel within the frequency band allocated to this particular
installation.
5.2. Mounting Specifications
Caution
The mounting poles must be capable of providing sufficient
stability.
The mounting pole, tripod, mast or tower mount, must be able to provide sufficient stability to
prevent movement or vibration. You must take into account wind loading, twist, sway and
vibration. Table 2 shows the mounting pole details.
Table 2
Mounting Pole Specifications for SKED 80 Steel Pipe
Antenna Diameter Steel Pipe Nominal
Diameter
Max. Distance Above Last Rigid
Attachment Point
12” 3 “ 3 ft
12” 4” 4 ft
24” 3” 2 ½ ft
24” 4” 3 ft
36” 4” 3 ft
Caution: Refer to local safety standards and building codes for
installation, grounding and lightning protection requirements
prior to planning installation.
DragonWave Inc. recommends at least one crew member at
each end of the link during the installation.