User's Manual

1
Welcome
This document describes how to install and use the Expedience low power base station
(LPB). The LPB provides wireless high-speed Internet access to CPEs installed at your
subscribers’ sites.
This document is intended for use by professional equipment installers. Service providers
should not attempt to install the LPB.
This guide describes how to install the low power base station (LPB). It explains:
• How the LPB cables connect the device to your network
• How to install the LPB into the mounting bracket
• How to install the LPB on a pole.
LPB product overview
The LPB maintains contact with CPEs at your subscribers’ sites. The LPB integrates the
transceiver, modem, and a 90 degree antenna into one device. The LPB is designed to be
mounted on a pole.
The LPB operates in the ISM frequency band (2400-2483.5 MHz).
Under typical configurations, the LPB covers an approximate radius of 2 to 3 miles, with a 5
mile maximum. If desired, network access providers can configure their base stations to cover
a maximum radius of 20 miles. To cover up to 20 miles, the network access provider enables
the extended range feature.
Before you begin
This section describes items the installer must gather and things to consider before beginning
the LPB installation.
Additional material required for installation
• Switches for the site and the backbone.
• Ground wire of sufficient length to run between the LPB and a ground rod.
• It is recommended that the ground wire be an 8 AWG, solid aluminum or copper wire.
• It is recommended that the ground rod used be 8 feet (2.5 m) copper. Note that most
buildings have an existing ground rod outside, at the main power connection site. If
desired, you can install a rod into the ground outside the building.
• Anti-seize compound to be applied to the stainless steel screws that hold the LPB to the
mounting bracket.