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Access Point Quick Reference – G7H02 – Release 1.1

Two Unit Access Point Kit – Quick Reference

The xMax Transportable Broadband Wireless System solution has everything needed to rapidly deploy and establish instant, private, uninterrupted, wide-area mobile communications capabilities in a roll-out format.

The full-configuration kit is packed in thirteen transport cases: BlueSky Mast Kit (two cases) xMax Access Point Kit (two cases) xMax Mobile Control Center (one case) xMax Vehicle Modem (four cases) Satellite Backhaul Kit (four cases)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN Ensure that you have all required

transport cases. Ensure that each Access Point has

been properly configured for xMax network use prior to deployment.

IMPORTANT

TWO TO THREE PERSONS ARE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THIS OPERATION.

Four-xAP xMax© Transportable Broadband Wireless System

This ACCESS POINT KIT contains the following components, enclosed in rugged, water and dust proof, high-impact wheeled transport cases: Two pre-assembled xMax Access Point/Panel Antenna arrays, ready for mast mounting. Two sets of GPS antennas, cables, and PoE switches, an Ethernet switch. xMax Vehicle Modems, each with two vehicle antennas, car power adaptor, and WiFi antenna, are

packed in separate cases.

SITE SELECTION (For proper anchoring of guy ropes at 80%/90° anchor radius.) The fully extended 15 Meter (49 feet) mast requires a site circumference of 12 Meters (39 feet).

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1. Unpack the Mast

2. Assemble the Mast Tripod The BlueSky Mast is stowed in two cases. Select a suitable site for erection of the mast. The system is designed for rapid deployment of a one or two mast network. Move the mast cases and the Access Point cases to the erection site.

Using the BlueSky Quick Reference Sheet, assemble the mast tripod at the selected location. IMPORTANT Stop AFTER installing ONLY Blue Secondary Guy Ring onto the mounting pole in Step 10, and then return to Step 3 here.

3. Open the Access Point Case Unlatch and lift the case cover. The Access Point case contains:

INSTALLATION COMPONENTS xMax Access Point/Panel Antenna Arrays (2) GPS antennas (2) Ethernet cables, 50 ft. (2)

MOUNTED AND PREWIRED COMPONENTS PoE Switches (2) Power Strip (1) Ethernet Switch (1) (Master Case Only)

4. Unpack the Access Point Case

Remove the Ethernet cables and the top retainer board.

Carefully remove the two xMax Access

Point/Panel Antenna arrays.

Remove the GPS antennas, and then remove the GPS foam layer.

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An Ethernet switch and two PoE switches are mounted in the bottom of the Master transport case. An AC power strip is also mounted on the inside of the case.

These components are pre-wired to aid in rapid deployment. NOTE A Slave case, used in a two-mast configuration, does not contain an Ethernet switch.

IMPORTANT Remove the foam layer surrounding the mounted

components. Failure to do so will result in overheating of the components.

Stow all packing materials in a cool, dry location for repacking and shipment.

5. Install the GPS Antennas Secure one of the GPS antennas onto each of the xAP panel antenna arrays.

6. Install the First Antenna Array

Loosen the mounting collar on the bracket of the first xMax Access Point/Panel Antenna array. With the GPS antenna oriented up, carefully slide the mounting collar onto the top section of the mounting pole.

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7. Position the First Antenna Array

Move the collar down the pole until it is 32 inches (32”) from the top of the mounting pole (10 inches from the bottom of the black area of the mast. Lightly secure the collar. It will be fully secured in a later step.

8. Install and Secure the Second Array Loosen the mounting collar on the bracket of the second xMax Access Point/Panel Antenna array. With the GPS antenna oriented up, carefully slide the mounting collar onto top of the mounting pole. Lightly secure the mounting collar 12 inches (12”) from the top of the mounting pole.

9. Install Secondary Guy Ring

Install the Blue Secondary Guy Ring two inches up from BOTTOM of the black part of the mounting pole, and then secure it. Lock the ring cam lock and pin it in place.

10. Orient the Antennas Orient the first (lower) xMax Access Point/Panel Antenna array. Ensure that the collar is secured. Orient the panel of the second (upper) antenna array 90 degrees from the panel of the first array, and then secure the collar.

11. Install the Second Mounting Pole Section

The remaining two antenna arrays are mounted on the second section of the mounting pole BEFORE it is joined to the main pole. Mount the remaining two xMax Access Point/Panel Antenna arrays onto the second mounting pole, as described in Steps 6 and 7, for the two access point/antenna arrays mounted on the first pole section.

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12. Install the Primary Guy Ring

Install the Red Primary Guy Ring two inches below the top of the mounting pole, and then secure it. Lock the ring cam lock and pin it in place.

13. Lift the Second Pole Section Position the second pole section, with the second pair of access point/antenna arrays, onto the top of the first pole section.

14. Orient the Second Pole Section Antennas

The second set of antenna arrays, on the second pole section, is oriented 180 degrees from the first set of antenna arrays on the top pole section. In combination, this provides 360 degree coverage. Secure the collar on the first antenna array. Orient the panel of the second antenna array 90 degrees from the panel of the first, and then secure the collar.

15. Connect the Cables The Ethernet cables connect the mast-mounted xAP access point devices to the connectors on the side of the transport case. A waterproof connector is attached to each end of each cable. An identification number is attached to the end of each cable. Secure the cables to the access point devices. IMPORTANT Take note of the cable number and orientation (N.S.E.W.) for each of the access point

devices. This information will be needed for use by the network administrator. Ensure that two ferrite beads, spaced a few inches apart, are clamped near the end of each

cable connected to the access points. These beads are absolutely required in order to meet emissions requirements; not using them may result in interference with other systems.

16. Secure the Cable Bundle to the Pole Using the provided cable straps, neatly secure the cables to the first two sections of the mast pole. Install a cable strap every 3 to 5 feet.

17. Complete the Mast Assembly Returning to BlueSky AL2 Lift Series Quick Reference Sheet, continue erecting the mast at Step 13. IMPORTANT Ensure that the cables are secured to the mast as the mast sections are added.

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18. Ground the Mast IMPORTANT Ensure that the mast grounding system is properly installed using the provided BlueSky Surface Wire Grounding Kit.

19. Install the Second Mast

If installing a second mast, repeat Step 5 through Step 12, and then continue with Step 14 to complete the installation.

20. Connect the Cables The Ethernet cables from the mast-mounted xAP access point devices are secured to connectors 1 and 2 on the side of the Access Point transport case. Ensure that the identification number on each of the Ethernet cables match the connector numbers. Use the transport case connectors, numbered 1 and 2, as shown.

IMPORTANT If two masts are in use, complete the next step. If one mast is in use, skip to Step 16.

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21. Link the Transport Cases

Secure an Ethernet cable to the number 5 connector on the Slave transport case. Secure the other end of the cable to connector 5 on the Master transport case. Repeat this step with a second cable, linking the two number 6 connectors.

In a two-mast configuration, the two Access Point transport cases, Master and Slave, are linked as shown.

Ensure that the cable length is no more than 200 feet (60 meters). Secure the provided power cable to the external power connector on the Slave xAP transport case. DO NOT apply power to the power strip, mounted on the inside of the transport case, until the xMax Mobile Control Center (xMCC) is configured and operational.

22. Complete the Connections

Secure the weatherproof connector, on the provided Ethernet backhaul cable, to connector number 3 on the Master xAP transport case. Connect the other end of this cable to the xMCC backhaul. Connector number 4 is reserved for future use. Ensure that the cap is left in place. Secure the provided power cable to the external power connector on the Master xAP transport case. DO NOT apply power to the power strip, mounted inside the transport case, until the xMax Mobile Control Center is configured and operational.

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

The Master Access Port transport case wiring diagram is provided for reference. The Ethernet switch and the PoE switches are mounted and pre-wired inside the Master Access Port transport case. The Slave Access Port transport case has two mounted and pre-wired PoE switches. The Slave case has no Ethernet switch.

23. Completing the Installation Physical installation of the xMax Access Point Kit is complete. The final steps, to configure and use the Access Point system on the xMax Network, are performed at the xMax Mobile Control Center. Please refer to the CN7000 xMax Mobile Control Center Installation and Configuration Guide.

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Transporting the xMax Access Point Cases

A Tow-and-Stow feature is provided for ease of transport. A tow strap is provided on the side of each transport case. If removal of the wheels is necessary, for shipment or transport, they are easily removed with the press of the button on the case wheel mounting slides. Stow and secure the wheels in the top of the transport case, as shown.

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Two Unit Access Point Kit – Quick Reference Sheet

MAST Please refer to the BlueSky Mast AL2 Lift Series Users Manual and the BlueSky AL2 Lift Series Quick Reference Sheet.

ACCESS POINT Please refer to the xG Technology CN1100 Access Point Installation and Configuration Guide.

MOBILE CONTROL CENTER Please refer to the CN7000 xMax Mobile Control Center Installation and Configuration Guide.

Please call (754) 206-4800 or email [email protected]

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Sarasota, FL 34236 (941) 953-9035

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