User Manual

Exalt Installation and Management Guide
ExtendAir (TDD) Series Digital Microwave Radios
8 203591-002
2009-12-18
The two radio terminals are identical hardware, except for the TDD setting in software. When the
radios are in their default state, both radios are configured as Radio B.
One end of the link must be
configured as Radio A before the two ends of the radio system can communicate.
It can be considered that Radio A is the primary radio in the link. Radio A provides the master clock
and control to Radio B. For most applications, it is not important how the radio link is oriented, only
that one end is configured for Radio A and the other for Radio B. For some applications (such as,
multi-radio hub sites or repeaters), the orientation of the radio systems may be more critical. See Link
Orientation and Synchronization for details.
There are two ways to configure the radios for Radio A/B determination:
• Use the Exalt browser-based graphical user interface (GUI) – preferred.
• Connect to the radio using Telnet.
Exalt recommends using the Exalt GUI for radio configuration. This interface requires a computer
with an Ethernet port and web browser software, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above. See
Configuration and Management
for details on how to connect to and use the browser-based GUI
interface.
Shipping Box Contents
The radios are sold and packaged as individual terminals with two terminals needed for a link. An
outer box has labeling that indicates the contents of the box, with the part number and serial number
details for the radio terminal. The terminal box contains the following items:
• Radio terminal (configured as Radio B)
• Mounting kit (for pole or wall mounting)
• Accessory kit
– Grounding screw/washers
– Weather-sealing tape (required for RF connectors on the rd versions
– RSL adapter cable
• Registration card
• Quick-start guide
The power solution for ExtendAir is sold separately. For customers requiring direct 48V DC power, a
power injector is available. For AC-powered applications, a POE/Adapter combination is available.
Inspect the outer packaging and the contents of the boxes upon receipt. If you suspect any shipping
damage or issues with the contents, contact Exalt Customer Care.
Outdoor-rated and shielded CAT5 cable, such as Beldon 1300A, with RJ-45 or RJ-48C connectors is
recommended for the Ethernet and/or TDM connections. For Ethernet connections, a maximum length
of 100 meters applies to the total length of the cabling between the radio terminal and the first
network-aware connection (such as a switch or router).
Note: Register your system as soon as possible. A 2-year Warranty period applies to
products registered within 90 days of purchase. The Warranty period is reduced to 1-year for
unregistered products and products registered after the first 90 days.