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REFLECTOR DISHES
The Canopy backhaul system can create a point-to-point links within the following distances:
Configuration Distance
Both ends of the link using the internal patch
antennas
2 miles (3.2 km)
One end of the link using a Canopy passive
reflector
10 miles (16 km)
Both ends of the link using Canopy passive
reflectors
35 miles (56 km)
The passive reflector arm is molded to receive the plastic housing of the backhaul module. Use
stainless steel hose clamps to secure the module to the arm. The module is now properly aligned
within the reflector. The following figure shows this installation.
Stainless steel
hose clamps
Reflector dish arm
Passive reflectors may only be used on backhaul modules in the 5.7 GHz band.