Installation Instructions

Installation and Commissioning Guide - R2.0
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1.1 What Is a Site Evaluation?
A site evaluation consists of a series of procedures for gathering specific information about
potential IFU locations. These processes are outlined in Section 1.4, Site Evaluation Process.
Use these procedures to gather the required information and record that information on the site
evaluation form. This information is critical to the successful design and deployment of a
network.
1.2 Why Perform a Site Evaluation?
Site evaluations are required to confirm whether or not a building meets network design
requirements. The main objectives are as follows:
Confirm:
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Line of sight for each link
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IFU mounting locations
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Site equipment locations
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Cable routes
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Any other potential RF sources
Prepare site drawings and record site information on the site evaluation form
A site evaluation form, similar to that shown in Section 1.5, Documenting a Site Evaluation,
should be used to record data for each site. Building data collected using a form such as this
provides the information required to confirm network design, develop site drawings for
equipment and cable installation, and perform interference analysis.
1.3 Preparing for a Site Evaluation
The following tools and forms are required to perform a site evaluation:
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RF and network design diagrams (as required)
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Site evaluation form
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Binoculars
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Global positioning system (GPS) or range finder
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Compass
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Measuring tape and/or wheel
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Digital camera
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Area map
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Aerial photograph
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List of potential installation sites (targeted buildings)