User's Manual

GSM/802.11b RadioFrame System Method of Procedure
Pre-Installation
RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
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Document Title RFN Part Number
Product Specification: Chassis Unit 981-0500-00
Product Specification: 802.11b/g integrated RadioFrame
Access Point
981-0532-00
Product Specification: NA GSM Dual Band RadioBlade 981-0631-00
Product Specification: RFU 981-1025-00
RadioFrame System Method of Procedure 998-4000-00
3.2 Site Planning
Licensing and the availability of space help to determine a site selection. Planning helps
prevent potential on-site and off-site interference from other RF systems. Site layouts
should always be planned to minimize inter-cabling lengths between RF equipment.
3.2.1 Site Considerations
3.2.1.1 Main Rack
The site for the main rack should not contain windows and must be able to resist extreme
weather conditions. It should be designed to meet the requirements of the American
National Standards, Building Code Requirements for Minimum Design Loads in Buildings
and Other Structures. RFN recommends the following considerations when selecting a
site:
• A minimum floor space of at least 42 square feet is recommended to allow enough
space for front and rear access to the main rack.
• The minimum ceiling height of at least 8’6” above a finished floor is required to allow
enough space for the height of the main rack and cable access at the top of the
cabinet.
• The ceiling structure should be able to support a cable tray assembly for routing the
inter-cabinet cabling and other site cabling. The cable tray assembly is mounted to
the site ceiling and walls per site plan and should be at least 7’6” from the site floor to
allow for the height of the main rack.
• The minimum door dimensions should be at least 3’ wide and 6’8” high.
• All exterior doors should have tamper proof locks installed for security purposes.
• The interior site environment should be maintained at a constant 78° F
(25.6° C). The site should be capable of maintaining this temperature in an outside
ambient temperature range of -10 to +105° F (-23.4 to +40.6° C). RadioFrame
Networks GSM solution equipment is not approved or recommended for outdoor use.
• Proper surge protection is required for all power inputs to prevent potential damage
to site equipment.
• The site floor should be level to within 1/8” and able to support the weight of site
equipment.