User's Manual

Table Of Contents

Installing the Access Points

Selecting a Location

When you plan the OAP180 physical configuration, include the elements shown in this

drawing:

Figure 27: Sample Physical Layout

Radio Position Planning

Never construct a radio mast, pole, or tower near overhead power lines. In addition, local

regulations may limit or prevent construction of a high radio mast or tower. If your

OAP180 link requires a high radio mast or tower, consult a professional contractor for

advice. Once the required antenna height has been determined, other factors affecting

the precise position of the OAP180 must be considered.

z Be sure there are no other radio antennas within 2 m (6 ft.) of the OAP180.

z Place the OAP180 away from power and telephone lines.

z Avoid placing the OAP180 too close to any metallic, reflective surfaces, such as roof-

installed air-conditioning equipment, tinted windows, wire fences, or water pipes.

Radio Interference

Avoiding radio interference is an important part of wireless planning. Interference is

caused by other radio transmissions using the same or an adjacent channel frequency. You

should first scan your proposed site using a spectrum analyzer to determine if there are

LAN Switch

Indoor Outdoor

Ethernet Cable

External Antenna

RF Coaxial Cable

OAP 180

Ground Wire

Power Injector

AC Power

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