User's Guide

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Equipment Installation
2.2 Guidelines for Installation of the CS100
Base Station
When deciding the location of the CS100 Base Station, consider what area
of your office or work place you need the most coverage. This should also
take into account the number of people who will be using a handset within a
given area. Try to place the Base Station as centrally as possible to ensure
maximum efficiency, unless external coverage is required.
An ac power outlet socket must be available within 3 metres of the fixing
point of the CS100 Base Station.
Keep the Base Station 1.5 metres clear from any electrical equipment such
as computers and fax machines. These devices can cause Electro-Magnetic
Interference (EMI), weakening the radio signal.
The Base Station must be kept in an area where the temperature is
maintained within the limits of 0 - 50ºC. The air must not be damp or humid,
and must be free from water spray or a conductive/corrosive atmosphere
and out of direct sunlight.
In order to get the best signal coverage, place the Base Station as high as
possible, but at least 4” (10 cm) from the ceiling or any metallic surfaces.
Also, foil insulated plasterboard or any other similar foil insulation may affect
performance.
For information on testing the coverage and signal strength, see section 5.4
– ‘Powering up and Testing’.