User's Manual

SME VoIP System Guide, Version 1.5
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Chapter: Installation of Base Stations/Repeater
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6.3 RTX Base Unit - Reset feature
It is possible to restart or reset the base station unit by pressing a knob at the rear side of the unit.
Alternatively, it can be reset from the SME Configuration Interface. We do not recommend this; but
unplugging and plugging the Ethernet cable back to the PoE port of the base station also resets the base
unit.
6.4 Installing the Base Station
First determine the best location that will provide an optimal coverage taking account the construction of
the building, architecture and choice of building materials.
Next, mount the Base Station on a wall to cover range between 50 - 300 meters (i.e. 164 to 984 feet),
depending whether it’s an indoor or outdoor installation. Please refer to chapter 4 for important
information regarding network requirements, deployment considerations, site planning, cell
coverage/capacity planning, environmental considerations and recommended Base station placement.
Mounting the Base Stations/Repeaters:
We recommend the base station be mounted an angle other than vertical on both concrete/wood/plaster
pillars and walls for optimal radio coverage. Avoid mounting the base units upside down as it significantly
reduces radio coverage.
Mount the base unit as high as possible to clear all nearby objects (e.g. office cubicles and cabinets, etc.).
Occasionally extend coverage to remote offices/halls with lower telephony users by installing Repeaters.
Make sure that when you fix the base stations with screws, the screws do not touch the PCB on the unit.
Secondly, avoid all contacts with any high voltage lines.