Proxim Radio Antenna CPN 65756B User Manual

Tsunami MP.11a  
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About This Book  
This Tsunami MP.11a Antenna Installation Guide explains how to install and set up an outdoor antenna with  
the Tsunami MP.11a hardware.  
This guide does not explain how to erect antenna masts, nor how to install a safety grounding system.  
These prerequisites must be in place before installing the directional antenna.  
WHO SHOULD USE THIS GUIDE  
The installation of outdoor wireless links requires technical expertise. At the very least, you should be able to:  
Install and configure the network components, such as the Tsunami MP.11a hardware.  
Understand, or have a working knowledge of, installation procedures for network operating systems  
using Microsoft Windows.  
Mount the outdoor antenna and surge arrestor. Antenna installation must be provided by professional  
installers.  
WARNING!  
The Tsunami outdoor antennas are intended for mounting on a roof or on the side of a building. Installation is  
not to be attempted by someone who is not trained or experienced in this type of work. The antenna must be  
installed by a suitably trained professional installation technician. The site prerequisites must be checked by a  
person familiar with the national electrical code and other regulations governing this type of installation.  
FINDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  
Installing Tsunami MP.11a Hardware  
Tsunami outdoor antennas typically are used in combination with Tsunami MP.11a systems. The  
hardware installation of these devices is described in the installation guide included with each product.  
Configuration and Management  
The configuration and management of outdoor wireless links is done with management tools which come  
with the Tsunami MP.11a systems. Some examples of management tools are:  
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Web-based management  
Telnet  
Wireless Network Manager  
Hardware Specifications  
Tsunami MP.11a hardware and radio frequency specifications are described in the documentation that  
comes with the product. Hardware specifications for the outdoor antennas, the cabling system, and the  
surge arrestor are listed in Appendixes of this guide.  
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Additional Files on Your Software CD-ROM  
All software CD-ROMs that come with your Tsunami products, include a readme.txt file. This file  
contains information about the software version and drivers. You are advised to print and read the  
readme.txt file prior to installing your Tsunami products, as it may contain additional information that  
was not available when this document was printed.  
Other Sources of Information  
All documentation listed above can be downloaded from the Proxim Support website:  
http://www.expressresponse.com/proxim02. Visit the website regularly for the latest available  
information and documentation, software updates and other Proxim news.  
ABOUT THE TSUNAMI MP.11A  
The Tsunami MP.11a lets you set up a wireless system based upon two basic topologies:  
Point-to-point link to connect one location to another  
Point-to-multipoint link to connect one location to two or more other locations.  
A link between two locations always consists of a Base Station Unit and a Subscriber Unit. A Base Station  
Unit can, depending upon its configuration, connect to one or more Subscriber Units; a Subscriber Unit,  
however, can connect to only one Base Station Unit at any given time.  
Point-to-Point Link  
With a Base Station Unit and a Subscriber Unit, it is easy to set up a wireless point-to-point link as depicted  
in the following figure.  
Figure 1. Point-to-Point Link  
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The point-to-point link function lets you set up a connection between two locations as an alternative to:  
Leased lines in building-to-building connections  
Wired Ethernet backbones between wireless access points in hard-to-wire environments  
Point-to-Multipoint Network  
To connect more than two buildings, you can choose to:  
Set up multiple point-to-point links, using multiple pairs of Base Station and Subscriber Units  
Set up a single point-to-multipoint network using a single Base Station Unit and multiple Subscriber  
Units, as depicted in the following figure.  
Figure 2. Point-to-Multipoint Network  
The system in this figure is designed as follows:  
The central building (c) is equipped with the Base Station Unit, connected to either an omni-directional or  
a wide angle antenna.  
The two other buildings (a and b) are both equipped with a Subscriber Unit connected to a directional  
antenna.  
Note: Depending upon local radio regulations and legislation, the outdoor antenna solutions described in  
this document may not be available in all parts of the world. Consult “Appendix C. Certified Outdoor  
Solutions” for more information.  
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Chapter 1. Preparing for Installation  
SITE PREREQUISITES  
Review all requirements outlined within the following sections before starting the installation procedure:  
Overview of the Indoor Installation  
Overview of the Outdoor Installation  
Climbing the Roof  
Prior to climbing on the roof or any other area where you intend to install the outdoor antenna, you are  
advised to:  
Verify that you have arranged all safety measures for outdoor or rooftop installation.  
Verify that you have all equipment and tools required to install the outdoor antennas.  
Install and verify proper operation of the equipment.  
OVERVIEW OF THE INDOOR INSTALLATION  
The indoor installation of the link consists of the following components:  
The Tsunami MP.11a hardware  
A cable system  
Tsunami MP.11a Hardware  
There are three types of hardware devices to setup a wireless link:  
Tsunami MP.11a Base Station Unit (BSU)  
Tsunami MP.11a Subscriber Unit (SU)  
Tsunami MP.11a Residential Subscriber Unit (RSU)  
Tsunami MP.11a  
The following figure shows an overview of the cable setup for this outdoor antenna. When the MP.11a is not  
mounted close to the entrance of the antenna cable into the building (where the surge arrestor must be  
mounted), an additional cable between the MP.11a and the surge arrestor is needed, plus a female-female  
converter connector. If the MP.11a is mounted close to the surge arrestor, the MP.11a can be connected  
directly to the surge arrestor.  
The deviation to the rule is the MP.11a RSU when the Window antenna is installed in an indoor location. This  
does not require the use of a Surge Arrestor. The antenna can be connected directly to the MP.11a.  
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connect to N-type  
male connector  
pigtail extending  
from MP.11a unit  
Figure 3. Cable Setup for Indoor Installation  
On each end of the wireless link you will require the following items:  
A Tsunami MP.11a Base Station or Subscriber Unit  
A low-loss antenna cable to connect the indoor installation to the surge arrestor (optional)  
Female-female converter connector (optional)  
A surge arrestor to protect your sensitive Tsunami MP.11a equipment from static discharge and  
transients from the outdoor antenna system  
A low-loss antenna cable to connect the surge arrestor to the outdoor antenna  
Outdoor antenna  
A grounding system as described in “Grounding System” on page 16.  
Placement of the Tsunami MP.11a Hardware  
The electronics (power supply and unit) are designed for indoor mounting and operation. The ideal location  
must satisfy the following requirements:  
The location provides a connection to a grounding type AC wall outlet (100-240 VAC), using the standard  
power cord supplied with the unit. (Alternative power can be provided through Power over Ethernet.)  
The ground of the AC wall outlet must be connected to the same grounding system as the surge arrestor  
The location must allow for easy disconnection of the Tsunami MP.11a hardware from the AC wall outlet.  
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The location provides a connection to the network backbone (an Ethernet LAN cable that is connected to  
a hub, bridge, or directly into a patch panel)  
The location is as close as possible to the point where the antenna cable will enter the building (see  
The ideal location has a temperature of 0-55 degrees Celsius and a maximum relative humidity (non-  
condensing) of 95%.  
CAUTION!  
The Tsunami MP.11a hardware, the surge arrestor, and the antenna mast must be connected to  
the same grounding system.  
Cable System  
CAUTION!  
The Tsunami MP.11a products are designed for indoor installation. At all times the location of the  
Tsunami MP.11a radio unit and power supply must be indoors, to protect the unit from extreme  
weather conditions, excessive heat and humidity, and to keep the unit free from vibration and  
dust. The antenna and surge arrestor can be placed outdoors.  
Prior to mounting the Tsunami MP.11a, you are advised to calculate carefully:  
The distance between the intended location of your Tsunami MP.11a hardware and the location of the  
antenna mast  
The height of the antenna on the mast.  
If the low-loss antenna cable is not long enough to cover this distance you can select another:  
Cable length from the Proxim Systems low-loss cable offering  
Location that satisfies the requirements listed previously to mount your Tsunami MP.11a hardware  
As the length of the antenna cable may affect the actual range of your outdoor antenna installation, the last  
option is preferred.  
WARNING!  
You must not change the length of the low-loss antenna cable to a length shorter than allowed by  
the radio’s certifications (see “Appendix C. Certified Outdoor Solutions “on page 48. Shortening  
the cable will void the Proxim Corporation warranty and may conflict with radio certifications or  
approvals.  
How to install the Tsunami MP.11a hardware is described in Tsunami MP.11a Installation and Management,  
which comes on the Tsunami MP.11a product CD.  
Placement of the Surge Arrestor  
The surge arrestor is an indispensable part of your outdoor antenna installation. It protects your sensitive  
electronic equipment from transients or electro-static discharges at the antenna.  
For optimal protection, the surge arrestor must be installed at a location that satisfies the following  
requirements:  
A location as close to the location where the antenna cable will enter the building (see “Placement of the  
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The location allows for easy disconnection of the surge arrestor from the cable connected to the unit.  
The location provides a connection to the same grounding system as the Tsunami MP.11a hardware and  
the outdoor antenna mast (as described in “Grounding System” on page 16).  
Antenna Cable Route  
The antenna cable must be connected from the antenna through the surge arrestor to the pigtail connector of  
the MP.11a unit. To plan the route of the antenna cable, consider the following:  
Does the cable route require drilling through a wall or ceiling?  
Do you have a building plan of the desired location showing other cabling routes like electricity,  
telephone or networking?  
Does the type of building materials require special drilling tools?  
The cable should not be installed into tight positions, as bending or applying excessive force to the  
connectors can damage the antenna cable. Always allow the cable to bend naturally around corners. The  
recommended bend radius is at least 100 mm (4 in) or more for the low-loss cable of 10 mm (0.4 in)  
diameter.  
The cable must be secured along the complete distance between attachment points. No part of the antenna  
cable should be allowed to hang free. This is particularly important for outdoor cable parts.  
CAUTION!  
The antenna cable and cable connectors are not designed to withstand excessive force:  
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Do not use the connectors as ‘cable grips’ to pull cable through raceways or conduits.  
Do not use the cable connector to support the weight of the cable during or after  
installation.  
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Do not use any tool to tighten the connectors.  
Always seal the connectors using weatherproofing tape.  
Avoid any water or moisture entering the cable as that impacts the performance of the wireless  
link.  
Prior to sealing the outdoor connectors and permanently securing the cable to the wall with cable  
ties and wall hooks, you may want to verify whether the installation and all components functions  
properly.  
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OVERVIEW OF THE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION  
The outdoor installation of the link (point-to-point or point-to-multipoint) requires the following:  
An antenna  
A low-loss antenna cable (available in three lengths)  
Antenna mast or wall bracket for the antenna  
An adequate grounding system that meets the requirements described in “Grounding System.”  
Waterproofing of all connections  
Note: All outdoor cable connectors must be sealed with weatherproofing stretch tape to make the coax  
connectors permanently waterproof. See “Sealing the Cable Connectors” on page 29.  
DANGER!  
For your own safety, the antenna mast and the grounding system should only be installed by  
experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes and  
the national electrical codes.  
Read carefully the instructions described in “Grounding System” on page 16 and verify that your  
installation complies with the appropriate regulations and codes before installing the antenna.  
Antenna Placement  
To achieve maximum performance of your wireless outdoor link, the outdoor antenna must have clear line-  
of-sight to the antenna of the other Tsunami MP.11a unit. Although the MP.11a radio signal can work well  
without line-of-sight in urban environments, where the signal is transported by reflection instead of being  
direct, the best results are achieved in line-of-sight conditions.  
Line-of-sight can be defined as:  
No obstacles in the direct path between the antennas (antenna beam).  
No obstacles within a defined zone around the antenna beam.  
You should be aware that the shape of an antenna beam is not straight and narrow like a laser beam. The  
antenna beam, also referred to as Fresnel1 Zone, is rather “bulged” in the middle, such as, for example, a  
rugby ball.  
The exact shape and width of the Fresnel Zone is determined by the path length and frequency of the radio  
signal. The width as distance from the direct antenna beam is approximately 6 m (21 ft) in the middle of the  
wireless link for a distance of 6.5 Km (4 mi) and a frequency of 5.8 GHz. This width also is the required  
clearance of the antenna beam from obstacles in its path, to avoid loss of radio signal.  
1Pronounced as ‘Fray-Nell’  
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If any significant part of this zone is obstructed, a portion of the radio energy will be lost, resulting in reduced  
performance. Reduced performance can also occur when obstacles close to the antenna beam cause signal  
reflections or noise that interfere with the radio signal.  
The following figure shows some typical examples of obstacles that you must avoid for the directional  
antenna to operate effectively:  
Neighboring buildings  
Trees or other obstructions  
Power lines  
To allow optimal performance you must ensure that the type and placement of the antennas leave sufficient  
clearance of the Fresnel Zone at the maximum width of the bulge, which is typically at the mid-point between  
the antennas.  
Figure 4. Potential Obstacles for a Directional Antenna  
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To minimize the influence of obstacles, signal interference, or reflections, note the following guidelines:  
Mount the antenna as high as possible above the “ground” to allow maximum clearance:  
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In open areas, “ground” is the actual surface of the earth.  
In dense urban areas, “ground” is to be interpreted as the height of the highest obstacle in the  
signal path between the two antenna sites.  
Avoid trees in the signal path to avoid signal absorption due to seasonal changes (leaves or ice).  
Install the antenna at least 2 m (6 ft) away from all other antennas.  
Other situations, in which reflections of the radio signal may cause interference, are environments where  
large reflecting surfaces exist in parallel or partly perpendicular to the antenna beam.  
Environments with large reflective surfaces include:  
Mirror-glass buildings  
Crowded parking lots  
Water or moist earth and moist vegetation  
Above ground power and telephone lines  
Note: The use of reflective surfaces can be used to improve a link, especially if the direct line-of-sight is  
impaired or absent.  
Weather conditions such as rain or snow usually do not have much impact on the performance of your  
Tsunami MP.11a product, provided you have sealed all cable connectors with weatherproofing tape.  
Seasonal influence on signal propagation can occur in the following situations:  
A marginal communications quality in late fall (with no leaves on the trees in the signal path) might fail in  
the summer.  
In winter, a wireless link may fail when the antenna is exposed to ice buildup, or when the antenna  
elements are covered with snow.  
Radio paths over water or extremely flat ground may require optimization of antenna height at one end. This  
is due to in-phase or out-of-phase reflections. Adjustment of antenna height by 1 to 3 meters may move the  
signal from a null to a peak.  
Long distance links may be obstructed b earth curvature, so the antenna height requirements must not only  
take the height of obstructions and Fresnel Zone into account, but also earth bulge. The earth bulge is  
approximately 5 m (16.4 ft) at a link distance of 16 Km (10 mi).  
In these cases consult your supplier to take appropriate steps to maintain or optimize wireless link  
performance.  
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Antenna Mounting  
There are two ways to erect an antenna mast: Tripod Mount and Wall (Side) Mount.  
Tripod Mount  
The tripod mount is primarily used on peaked and flat roofs. The antenna mast must be secured to the  
roof using 3 or 4 guy wires equally spaced around the mast. When the height of the antenna mast is  
more than 3 meters (10 ft), you are advised to use at least three guy wires for each 3 meters (10 ft)  
section of the mast.  
Wall (Side) Mount  
A wall (side) mount allows for mounting an antenna (mast) on the side of a building or on the side of an  
elevator penthouse. This will provide a convenient mounting location when the roof overhang is not  
excessive or the location is high enough to provide a clear line-of-sight.  
In most situations mounting an antenna directly to the wall will not let you align the antenna properly with  
the corresponding antenna at the opposite end of your wireless link. As poor alignment typically results in  
poor performance, Proxim recommends always mounting the antennas to a mast. An exception to this  
rule is the wide-angle window antenna that can be mounted on a window or wall facing the nearest Base  
Station with line of sight.  
Antenna Mast Requirements  
To accommodate the antennas, the antenna mast must satisfy the following requirements:  
The construction of the mast must consist of sturdy, weatherproof, and non-corrosive material such as,  
for example, galvanized or stainless steel construction pipe.  
Typical diameter of the mast should be between 35 mm (1.4 in) and 41 mm (1.6 in). Depending upon the  
type of antenna you intend to install, other diameters also may be possible.  
The height of the antenna mast must be sufficient to allow the antenna to be installed at least 1.5 m (5 ft)  
above the peak of the roof. If the roof is of metal, the height of the antenna should be at least 3 m (10 ft)  
above the roof.  
The mast or wall bracket must be free from any substance that may prevent a good electrical connection  
with the antenna such as, for example, paint.  
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Chapter 2. Determining Range and Clearance  
When you read about wireless outdoor products, you often encounter the terms output power of the radio  
and gain of the antenna equipment as measures for the strength of the transmitted signal.  
Output power of radio equipment often depends on maximum limits as defined by local radio regulations;  
consequently, output power is, by definition, not the way to enhance wireless performance.  
High gain antennas are larger in size than low gain antennas and are characterized by a narrow focus of  
the antenna beam. These two characteristics make it more difficult to aim the antennas and adjust  
antenna alignment to optimize the performance of the wireless point-to-point link.  
The Tsunami outdoor solution is based upon the following principles:  
An output power and antenna gain that comply with the maximum limits as defined by local governing  
bodies concerning radio transmissions.  
Enhanced radio sensitivity for optimal receive quality of radio signals transmitted by remote antennas.  
DETERMINING THE OUTDOOR RANGE  
The range of your outdoor antenna installation is closely related to a number of different factors. To let you  
determine the range of the Tsunami MP.11a antenna system in your situation, we have defined the following  
formula:  
Range = Maximum Range x Cable Factor x Clearance Factor  
where:  
Maximum Range  
Cable Factor  
Identifies the theoretical maximum that could be achieved under optimal  
circumstances using the available Tsunami MP.11a products according to their  
specifications and in compliance with local radio regulations.  
Identifies a correction value (percentage) that compensates for additional cable  
losses related to the type of cables used at both ends of the wireless link. (See  
Clearance Factor  
Identifies a correction value (in percentage) that should be used in case the  
signal path of your wireless link does not provide the minimum clearance as  
listed in the Maximum Range table. (See “Clearance Factor” on page 18.)  
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Maximum Range  
The maximum range of your Tsunami MP.11a system is based upon:  
The Type of Outdoor Antenna Equipment  
The Data Speed of the Wireless Link  
The values in this section are based on calculations that assume optimal radio conditions. They do not  
represent a guarantee that the same maximum distance can be achieved at your location. Differences in  
performance figures may result from:  
Incorrect alignment of antennas (see “Antenna Alignment” on page 30).  
Polarization mismatch of the antennas.  
Sources of interference or unexpected reflections in the signal path that affect the communications  
Severe weather conditions such as heavy rain or snow fall, or strong winds.  
Seasonal influences such as leaves on trees, or icing on the antennas.  
Cable Factor  
Determine the Cable Factor from the following table to calculate the probable range for your installation.  
Table 1. Cable Factor  
One side of link  
Other side of link  
Cable Factor  
100%  
71%  
6 m (20 ft) / 10 mm (0.4 in)  
6 m (20 ft) / 10 mm (0.4 in)  
6 m (20 ft) / 5 mm (0.2 in)  
15 m (50 ft) / 15 mm (0.59 in)  
15 m (50 ft) / 10 mm (0.4 in)  
22 m (75 ft)  
89%  
71%  
52%  
6 m (20 ft) / 5 mm (0.2 in)  
6 m (20 ft) / 5 mm (0.2 in)  
15 m (50 ft) / 15 mm (0.59 in)  
15 m (50 ft) / 10 mm (0.4 in)  
22 m (75 ft)  
50%  
63%  
50%  
37%  
15 m (50 ft) / 15 mm (0.59 in)  
15 m (50 ft) / 15 mm (0.59 in)  
15 m (50 ft) / 10 mm (0.4 in)  
22 m (75 ft)  
80%  
63%  
46%  
15 m (50 ft) / 10 mm (0.4 in)  
22 m (75 ft)  
15 m (50 ft)  
50%  
22 m (75 ft)  
37%  
22 m (75 ft)  
27%  
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Note: The allowed antenna cables depend upon local radio regulations, the frequency, and the antenna  
Clearance Factor  
For optimal performance of your outdoor wireless link, the signal path between the Base Station Unit and  
Subscriber Unit must provide sufficient clearance.  
Note: A outdoor wireless link that lacks sufficient clearance will suffer from poor performance, which is  
typically perceived as slow network response times. Although your Tsunami MP.11a equipment  
automatically retransmits every lost data frame due to an out-of-range situation or frame collision, the  
larger the number of retransmissions, the lower the throughput efficiency of your wireless link.  
This section explains how to determine the clearance that applies in your environment and (if applicable) the  
effect of insufficient clearance on the range of your outdoor wireless link.  
In “Chapter 1. Preparing for Installation” on page 8, we described the shape of the antenna beam as being  
“bulged” in the middle.  
Figure 5. Fresnel Zone  
If any significant part of this bulged zone is obstructed, a portion of the radio energy is lost, which can affect  
the performance of your wireless link in terms of maximum range and transmit rate.  
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In Figure 5, you see two variables that determine the shape of the antenna beam, also referred to as Fresnel  
Zone:  
The distance between the antennas (a)  
The clearance required for optimal performance (b), where clearance should be interpreted as:  
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Vertical clearance above the ground and the highest buildings or objects in the signal path  
Horizontal clearance from neighboring buildings and objects in the signal path.  
For optimal range and throughput performance, you must ensure that your antenna installation provides  
maximum clearance in both horizontal and vertical direction.  
Clearance should be interpreted as follows:  
In open areas without obstacles in the signal path, clearance is measured as height above the surface of  
the earth. For example, if the antenna is mounted on the roof, this height includes the height of the  
building plus the height of the mast above the rooftop.  
In areas with obstacles in the signal path between the two antennas, clearance should be measured as  
height above the highest obstacle in the signal path.  
In dense urban areas, the clearance should be measured as height above the highest rooftop or any  
other obstacles in the signal path between the two antennas.  
For situations in which local authorities, the proprietor of the premises, or other factors do not let you set up  
an antenna mast that lets you meet the listed clearance requirements, you may be unable to achieve a full  
line-of-sight clearance. At the same time, however, when the distance that your wireless outdoor installation  
must cover is less than the listed maximum range, you may not even need full clearance,.  
To determine the effect of insufficient signal path clearance, you must determine the Clearance Factor as  
described below, and calculate its effect on the range for your antenna installation using the formula  
If the clearance for your antenna installation is equal to or better than the minimum clearance  
requirement, the Clearance Factor for your installation is 100%.  
If your actual clearance is less than the minimum clearance, use the diagram depicted in the following  
figure to determine the actual range that applies in your situation.  
Note: The Clearance Factor Diagram should be used as a rule-of-thumb for estimating the probable range  
in case the clearance requirements are not fully met. In real life, using FCC approved products, you  
will also find it almost impossible to achieve the level of clearance for maximum range.  
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Figure 6. Clearance Factor Diagram  
CALCULATIONS  
Availability of the microwave path is a prediction of the percent of time that the link operates without  
producing an excessive bit error rate (BER) due to multipath fading. In the absence of direct interference,  
availability is affected by the following:  
Path length  
Fade margin  
Frequency  
Terrain (smooth, average, mountainous)  
Climate (dry, temperate, humid)  
Depending upon the type of information carried over the link and the overall network design redundancy, you  
may want to design for a specific availability rate. For example, if the data or voice traffic carried by the radio  
is critical, the link can be designed for a very high availability rate (for example, 99.999% or 5.3 minutes of  
predicted outage per year).  
Availability can be improved by increasing the fade margin either by making the path shorter or by using the  
higher gain antennas in conjunction with lower loss transmission line (using a higher quality transmission  
line, shortening the length, or both).  
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Calculating Received Signal Level and Link Budget  
Use the following formula to estimate the received signal level (RSL):  
RSL (dBm) = Pout - L1+ G1 + G2 - L2 - Lp  
where:  
Pout  
L1  
is the transmitter output power (in dBm)  
is the total loss of all transmission elements between the antenna and the RF Unit on one  
side of the link (in dB)  
G1  
G2  
L2  
is the gain of the antenna on one side of the link (in dB)  
is the gain of the antenna on the opposite side of the link (in dB)  
is the total loss of all transmission elements between the antenna and the RF Unit on the  
opposite side of the link (in dB)  
Lp  
is the Path loss, defined by:Lp (dB) = 96.6 + 20 log10F + 20 log10D  
where:  
F is the Frequency of the radio system in GHz (5.8 in the case of this model)  
D is the Distance of the path in miles  
See the following figure for a visual representation of the elements of this equation.  
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Procedure:  
1. Start with the transmit power and the number of the channel to be used. From the output power tables  
2. Subtract the total loss of all transmission elements between the antenna and the radio on one side of the  
3. Add the dBi of the antenna you will be using. The total is the EIRP (equivalent isotropically radiated  
power).  
4. Determine your link budget from the Distance and Path Loss table, For example, if the distance between  
the two radios is approximately 5 km, the link budget would be 121. (Note that this is the value for 4.8  
km, which is closest to the actual value.)  
5. Add the gain of the antenna on the second side of the link.  
6. Subtract the total loss of all transmission elements between the antenna and the radio on the second  
side of the link. The result is the Received Signal Level (RSL).  
link.  
8. Add the “Minimum SNR for a Good Link” value of the data rate in use to the Receiver Sensitivity level.  
9. Subtract this value from the Received Signal Level; this is the Fade Margin.  
Notes:  
The RSL must be higher than the Receiver Sensitivity plus the minimum SNR for a good link. See Table  
3 on page 23, to have a working link with no excessive errors. The amount of Fade Margin indicates the  
reliability of the link; the more Fade Margin, the more reliable the link.  
The path loss must be smaller than the link budget minus the minimum required fade margin. The  
maximum ranges cause the path loss plus the fade margin to be the same as the link budget.  
The results of this link budget calculation are very important for determining any potential problems during  
installation. If you have calculated the expected RSL, you can verify that it has been achieved during  
installation and troubleshooting, if necessary.  
In the USA and Canada, this model radio can be installed with any gain directional antennas, as there is no  
Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) limit for the application of these systems for fixed point-to-point  
applications. In other countries, EIRP limits may apply.  
In the case of EIRP limits, use the lesser of either (Pout - L1+ G1) or the EIRP limit within the previous  
equation. You should check this equation in both directions to assure legal application.  
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An EIRP limit is the maximum RF energy that can be transmitted, as measured at the transmitting antenna,  
and is usually determined by government regulations.  
Table 2. Receiver Sensitivity and Minimum SNR for a Good Link  
Normal Mode  
(Mbps)  
Receiver  
Sensitivity  
Minimum SNR for  
a Good Link  
Turbo Mode*  
(Mbps)  
Receiver  
Sensitivity  
Minimum SNR for  
a Good Link  
54  
48  
36  
24  
18  
12  
9
- 69 dBm  
- 73 dBm  
- 77 dBm  
- 81 dBm  
- 84 dBm  
- 86 dBm  
- 87 dBm  
- 88 dBm  
21  
20  
16  
12  
9
108  
96  
72  
48  
36  
24  
18  
12  
- 66 dBm  
- 70 dBm  
- 74 dBm  
- 78 dBm  
- 81 dBm  
- 83 dBm  
- 84 dBm  
- 85 dBm  
21  
20  
16  
12  
9
7
7
5
5
6
4
4
* allowed in FCC regulatory domain only  
The first Fresnel zone size is a list; Proxim’s recommendation is to keep at least 60-70% of this zone free. If  
the clearance is lower than this percentage, the link budget and achieved fade margin are affected.  
Clearances more than 100% of the Fresnel zone can cause reflections that are 180 degrees out of phase  
and can cancel out the signal. The Fresnel zone works in both the horizontal and vertical paths.  
Table 3. Output Power Table for FCC  
Frequency Band  
5.25 – 5.35 GHz  
5.25 – 5.35 GHz  
5.745 – 5.850 GHz  
5.745 – 5.850 GHz  
5.745 – 5.850 GHz  
Channels  
52, 56, 60  
64  
54 Mbps  
14.5  
48 Mbps  
15.5  
36 Mbps  
17.5*  
12.5  
6-24 Mbps  
18.5*  
12.5  
12.5  
12.5  
149, 153  
157, 161  
165  
13.5  
15.5  
17.5  
18.5  
13.5  
15.5  
17.5  
17.5  
12.5  
15.5  
17.5  
17.5  
* 17.4dBm is the FCC certified peak output power of Tsunami MP.11a product at 5.25-5.35GHz band  
** 20.8dBm is the FCC certified peak output power of Tsunami MP.11a product at 5.725-5.850 GHz band  
These power levels are the levels at the antenna connector of the MP.11, so where the MP.11 has a higher  
output power than certified, the TPC needs to be used to reduce the output power.  
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Table 4. Output Power Table for ETSI  
Frequency Band  
Channels  
54 Mbps  
48 Mbps  
15.5  
36 Mbps  
6-24 Mbps  
5.47 – 5.70 GHz  
100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120,  
124, 128, 132, 136  
14.5  
17.5  
18.5  
Table 5. Examples of Antenna Cable Loss Required per Regulatory Domain and Antenna Type  
Antenna  
Gain  
TPC  
Setting  
Minimum Cable Loss for  
Data up to 24 Mbps*  
Frequency Band  
EIRP  
Deployment  
5.25-5.35 GHz  
5.25-5.35 GHz  
5.25-5.35 GHz  
5.25-5.35 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.725-5.85 GHz  
5.47-5.725 GHz  
5.47-5.725 GHz  
5.47-5.725 GHz  
5.47-5.725 GHz  
10  
17  
23  
31  
10  
17  
23  
31  
10  
17  
23  
31  
10  
17  
23  
31  
0
-6  
-10  
-10  
0
0
0
28.5  
29.5  
30  
USA  
USA  
1.5  
9.5  
0
USA  
30  
USA  
28.5  
35.5  
35.5  
36  
USA, PtMP  
USA, PtMP  
USA, PtMP  
USA, PtMP  
USA, PtP  
USA, PtP  
USA, PtP  
USA, PtP  
ETSI  
0
0
-6  
-10  
0
0
3.5  
0
0
28.5  
35.5  
41.5  
49.5  
28.5  
29.5  
30  
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
-6  
-10  
-10  
0
ETSI  
1.5  
9.5  
ETSI  
ETSI  
30  
* Note that higher data rates use lower output power, so less cable loss is required to meet the maximum  
EIRP limit.  
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Table 6. Distance and Link Budget  
Reference Frequency: 5600 MHz Center Frequency for Europe  
Link Budget Distance Fresnel Zone Link Budget  
Distance Fresnel Zone Link Budget Distance  
Fresnel  
(dB)  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
89  
90  
(m)  
4.8  
5.4  
6.0  
6.8  
7.6  
8.5  
9.5  
11  
(m)  
0.3  
0.3  
0.3  
0.3  
0.3  
0.3  
0.4  
0.4  
0.4  
0.4  
0.5  
0.5  
0.5  
0.5  
0.6  
0.6  
0.6  
0.7  
0.7  
0.8  
0.8  
0.8  
0.9  
1.0  
1.0  
1.1  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
1.3  
(dB)  
(m)  
(m)  
1.4  
1.5  
1.6  
1.7  
1.8  
1.9  
2.0  
2.1  
2.3  
2.4  
2.5  
2.7  
2.8  
3.0  
3.2  
3.4  
3.6  
3.8  
4.0  
4.2  
4.5  
4.8  
5.0  
5.3  
5.7  
6.0  
6.4  
6.7  
7.1  
7.6  
(dB)  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
128  
129  
130  
131  
132  
133  
134  
135  
136  
137  
138  
139  
140  
141  
142  
143  
144  
145  
146  
147  
148  
149  
150  
(km)  
Zone (m)  
91  
151  
4.8  
8.0  
92  
170  
5.4  
8.5  
93  
190  
6.0  
9.0  
94  
214  
6.8  
9.5  
95  
240  
7.6  
10.1  
10.7  
11.3  
12.0  
12.7  
13.4  
14.2  
15.1  
16.0  
16.9  
17.9  
19.0  
20.1  
21.3  
22.6  
23.9  
25.3  
26.8  
28.4  
30.1  
31.9  
33.7  
35.7  
37.9  
40.1  
42.5  
96  
269  
8.5  
97  
302  
9.5  
98  
339  
10.7  
12.0  
13.5  
15.1  
17.0  
19.0  
21.4  
24.0  
26.9  
30.2  
33.9  
38.0  
42.6  
47.8  
53.7  
60.2  
67.6  
75.8  
85.0  
95.4  
107.1  
120.1  
134.8  
12  
99  
380  
13  
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
120  
426  
15  
478  
17  
537  
19  
602  
21  
676  
24  
758  
27  
850  
30  
954  
34  
1071  
1201  
1348  
1512  
1697  
1904  
2136  
2397  
2689  
3018  
3386  
3799  
4263  
38  
43  
48  
54  
60  
68  
76  
85  
95  
107  
120  
135  
The distance is based upon the assumption that 60% of the 1st Fresnel is clear.  
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PLANNING ANTENNA INSTALLATION  
Plan the day for your outdoor antenna installation carefully. Do not install the antenna in wet or windy  
conditions, during a thunderstorm, or when the area in which the equipment is to be installed is covered with  
ice or snow.  
The grounding system for the antenna mast, Tsunami MP.11a hardware, and surge arrestor should be  
installed before the cable from the antenna is connected to the surge arrestor. This protects your system  
against lightning strikes during installation.  
Familiarize yourself with the antenna and the antenna-specific mounting instructions prior to climbing any  
roof or ladder. Installing and testing all equipment before beginning the actual rooftop installation will help  
you to determine whether all required equipment and items are available and are functioning properly.  
To verify the equipment prior to installation, you may need to follow the guidelines as described in the  
documentation that comes with the Tsunami MP.11a first.  
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Read this section carefully before beginning the installation. All of the following requirements should be  
satisfied prior to starting installation of your outdoor antennas.  
DANGER!  
The Tsunami outdoor antennas are intended for mounting on a roof, or on the side of a building. Installation  
shall not be attempted by someone who is not trained or experienced in this type of work. The antenna has to be  
installed by a suitably trained professional installation technician. The site prerequisites have to be checked by  
a person familiar with the national electrical code, and other regulations governing this type of installation.  
Outdoor antennas and antenna cables are electrical conductors. Transients or electrostatic discharges that may  
occur at the antenna (for example a lightning strike during thunderstorms) may damage your electronic  
equipment and cause personal injury or death to persons touching the exposed metal connectors of the antenna  
cable.  
When installing, disconnecting or replacing one of the cabling components, you must ensure at all times that  
each exposed metal connectors of the antenna cabling system will be grounded locally during the work.  
Do not install this antenna where there is any possibility of contact with high-voltage arc-over from power  
cables or service drops to buildings. The antenna, supporting mast or tower must not be close to any power  
lines during installation, removal or in the event of part of the system should accidentally fail. Apply a ‘Danger’  
label to a plainly visible area of the antenna support structure.  
Do not climb rooftops in wet or windy conditions, during a thunderstorm or when the area where the equipment  
will be installed is covered with ice or snow.  
Do not touch antennas, surge arrestors and antenna cables during a thunderstorm.  
The location where you will install the antenna(s) must be at a safe distance from power lines or telephone lines.  
The safe distance should be at least twice the height of the antenna mast plus the height of the antenna.  
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Antennas shall be mounted in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal  
operation. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human  
proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation.  
The low-loss antenna cable that will connect the antenna with the surge arrestor must be at least 1 m (3 ft) away  
from any high voltage or high current cable.  
Check whether the antenna mast and its guy wires or wall bracket are positioned correctly and secured properly  
to the roof or wall(s).  
Check whether the grounding system for the antenna mast, the Tsunami MP.11a hardware and surge arrestor  
have been installed. The grounding system must comply with the requirements as described in “Grounding  
System.”  
Always consult a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the antenna mast, the surge arrestor and  
Tsunami MP.11a hardware are properly grounded.  
The antenna cable between the antenna and the surge arrestor must be grounded at all times. If the cable is  
disconnected at one end for some reason (for example, to replace the surge arrestor) then you must ensure that  
the exposed metal connector of the cable is grounded locally during the work.  
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW  
The installation process can be summarized in the following steps:  
1. Verify that the support structure for the antenna has been connected to the grounding system. If this is  
not the case, you should do so now.  
2. Connect the exposed metal connectors of the low-loss antenna cable to the grounding system.  
3. Mount the antenna to the support structure, following the guidelines as described for your antenna.  
4. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna.  
5. Route the antenna cable to the surge arrestor that has been installed indoors.  
6. Connect the antenna cable to the surge arrestor.  
7. Attach the surge arrestor to the N-type male connector pigtail hanging from the cable opening in the  
Tsunami MP.11.  
8. Run the Link Test diagnostics of the management tools that come with the Tsunami MP.11a to aim the  
antenna and verify optimal placement.  
9. Once the antenna is correctly positioned, and you have verified the installation works properly, secure all  
cables and use weatherproofing tape to seal all outdoor connectors.  
Note: When you must remove or relocate the antenna, follow the Safety Precautions at the beginning of  
this chapter and follow the steps listed above in exactly the reverse order.  
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MOUNTING THE ANTENNA  
Proxim Corporation offers multiple antennas to set up a wireless link. As the mounting procedures for the  
various antennas differ from one another, consult the documentation you received from the antenna  
manufacturer for mounting procedures.  
When mounting multiple antennas on a single mast, use the following methods to minimize the influence of  
cross-talk interference between the antennas:  
Place your antennas as far apart as you can.  
Alternate the mounting of directional antennas for vertical and horizontal polarization.  
Connecting the Antenna Cable  
Once the antenna is properly installed, you can connect the antenna to the Base Station or Subscriber Unit  
by way of the surge arrestor:  
1. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna.  
2. Secure the antenna cable to the mast so that the cable connectors do not support the full weight of the  
cable.  
3. Connect the opposite end of the antenna cable to the surge arrestor.  
CAUTION!  
To avoid damage to the antenna cable and connectors, refrain from using tools to tighten the  
cable connectors.  
4. Prior to securing the cable along its complete length, run the Link Test diagnostics of the management  
tools that comes with Tsunami MP.11a to analyze wireless performance and optimal placement of the  
outdoor antenna. How to use this tools is described in the documentation that comes with the Tsunami  
MP.11a or can be from the Proxim website at http://www.expressresponse.com/proxim02/.  
5. If required, adjust the direction of the antenna.  
6. Once the installation has been fully tested, tighten the nuts of the antenna to “lock” the antenna into its  
position.  
CAUTION!  
Avoid over-tightening of the connector, and nuts and screws used to mount the antenna, to  
prevent damage to your Tsunami MP.11a hardware.  
7. Secure the cable along its complete length with cable ties or electrical tape to relieve strain on the  
antenna connector properly. No part of the cable should be allowed to hang free. This is especially  
important for those parts that are routed outside the building.  
8. Proceed as described in the next section to weatherproof all outdoor coax connectors.  
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Sealing the Cable Connectors  
Most problems associated with wireless outdoor installations are related to degrading performance due to  
corrosion of the antenna cable and cable connectors. To avoid this type of problem, you must always seal  
the cable connectors that are located outdoors using the weatherproofing tape provided.  
You are advised to seal the connectors only after you have verified optimal alignment of the antennas using  
the Link Test as described in the documentation that comes with the Tsunami MP.11. Doing so lets you  
adjust antenna placement and cable routing without removing the tape.  
1. Prepare the cable and connectors so that they are free from dust, dirt and grease.  
2. Attach the tip of the weatherproofing tape to the cable just above the connector. Holding the tape in its  
position, now stretch the tape and wind it half-overlapped around the cable and connectors to form a  
void-free joint. The degree of stretch may vary in different sections of the joint, as long as the overlaps  
accomplish a void-free application.  
3. To protect the weatherproofing stretch tape from the effects of Ultra-Violet (UV) radiation (for example,  
from direct sunlight), you should protect the joint with two half-overlapped layers of any vinyl plastic  
electrical tape. Alternatively, you can apply silicone sealer to protect the weatherproofing tape from  
sunlight, rain and other weather conditions.  
Grounding System  
Direct grounding of the antenna mast, Tsunami MP.11a hardware and surge arrestor is very important.  
Note: A safety grounding system is necessary to protect your Tsunami MP.11a hardware from lightning  
strikes and the build-up of static electricity.  
WARNING!  
The antenna mast, Tsunami MP.11a hardware and surge arrestor must be connected to the same  
ground, using an equi-potential bonding conductor.  
A good electrical connection should be made to one or more ground rods, using at least a  
10AWG ground wire and non-corrosive hardware. The grounding system must comply with the  
National Electrical Code and safety standards that apply in your country. Always check with a  
qualified electrician if you are in doubt whether your Tsunami MP.11a hardware installation is  
properly grounded or not.  
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Antenna Alignment  
For optimal performance of your wireless link, make sure the antennas are properly aligned (facing one  
another “eye-to-eye”). To align the antennas:  
Use a pair of binoculars or a map of the area and a compass to point the antennas to one another.  
Use the Link Test option of the management tools that come with the Tsunami MP.11a to analyze the  
radio link quality.  
The Link Test option lets you display the radio signal strength in relation to the noise in the signal path.  
If required, you can interactively optimize the antenna alignment with the Link Test, by making small  
modifications in the antenna orientation.  
Alternatively, consult a professional Antenna Installation Service to optimize the antenna alignment.  
Omni-directional antennas are characterized by a wide radiation pattern. Therefore, alignment of this type of  
antennas is less critical than alignment of directional antennas.  
Antenna Polarization  
Tsunami outdoor antennas are standard mounted for vertical polarization.  
In some cases, you might consider mounting the antenna for horizontal polarization. For example, to  
minimize the influence of cross-talk between antennas when:  
You plan to mount multiple directional antennas to the same mast.  
Your wireless link receives interference from a vertically polarized neighboring installation.  
Mounting for horizontal polarization is not supported for omni-directional grid antennas.  
Note: For optimal wireless link performance, you must always verify that the antenna polarization on both  
ends of the wireless link is the same. Consult the corresponding instruction appendixes for changing  
the antenna polarization.  
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Antenna Cable Routing  
The antenna cable must be routed and fixed in such a way that installation technicians have a clear passage  
area. All connectors that are located outdoors must have a weatherproof seal. You are advised to seal  
connectors only after you have completed the final radio tests.  
BEFORE CLIMBING THE ROOF...  
Before you start installing, check whether you have all the required components to set up an outdoor  
wireless link. For each side of a wireless outdoor wireless link you need:  
One or two low-loss antenna cables  
A female-female converter N-connector in case you want to use two antenna cables  
Tools and material to mount the antenna  
Tape or wraps to attach the antenna cable, for example to the mast  
Grounding material such as cable and connector  
If an item is missing or damaged during shipment, inform your supplier.  
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Appendix A. Outdoor Antenna Equipment  
As described previously, Proxim Corporation offers different types of outdoor antennas and cable lengths for  
your network design.  
The directional antennas provide maximum range, but due to their narrow beamwidth, these antennas  
require precise antenna alignment to achieve optimal performance. The higher the antenna gain, the more  
precise the alignment should be.  
Directional antennas are typically used to connect:  
A Base Station Unit and a Subscriber Unit in a point-to-point link  
A Subscriber Unit in a point-to-multipoint network  
The omni-directional antennas have, by nature, an omni-directional azimuth pattern that makes them easy to  
install. There is also a gain beamwidth relation for omni-antennas: The higher the gain of the omni-antenna,  
the narrower the vertical beamwidth. In a hilly terrain, a 7dBi omni-directional antenna can be a better  
solution than the 10 dBi omni-directional antenna.  
The 12 dBi wide-angle antenna is a good Base Station antenna for hilly terrain. It combines a wide opening  
angle with relatively high gain. The mounting brackets allow tilting of the antenna. This antenna also is used  
when the amount of traffic in a cell is too high for a single Base Station with an omni-directional antenna.  
The wide-angle antenna allows dividing the cell into three sectors that each can be serviced by a Base  
Station.  
For beamwidth and gain characteristics of the various antennas, consult the appendixes of this manual,  
which describe each antenna in more detail.  
The length of the antenna cable also has an impact on the maximum range that can be achieved with the  
Depending upon local radio regulations in a number of countries that limit the maximum output power,  
Proxim Corporation offers different outdoor antenna products in the various countries around the world.  
Data Speed of the Wireless Link  
By default, the radio of Tsunami MP.11a products transmits at the highest available transmit rate.  
As data transmissions at lower speeds can travel larger distances than transmissions at the highest transmit  
rate, the system lets you choose a lower data rate to increase the maximum range. For information about  
customizing the transmit rate of your system, consult the Tsunami MP.11 and MP.11a Installation and  
Management Guide (which is shipped with the Tsunami MP.11a).  
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ANTENNA LIST  
Table 7. Antenna List  
Type  
Manufacturer  
Model Number  
Frequency Range  
Mid-Band Gain  
52 2360  
52 3360  
58 2360  
58 3360  
Omni  
Stella Doradus  
Stella Doradus  
Stella Doradus  
Stella Doradus  
5.200 – 5.300 MHz  
5.200 – 5.300 MHz  
5.700 – 5.900 MHz  
5.700 – 5.900 MHz  
10 dBi  
13 dBi  
10 dBi  
13 dBi  
Sector  
Panel  
SmartAnt  
Mars  
R0320-057  
MA-WC50-5X  
5.15 – 5.875 MHz  
5.15 – 5.875 MHz  
11 dBi  
17 dBi  
SmartAnt  
SmartAnt  
SmartAnt  
SmartAnt  
R0320-056  
R0320-091  
R0209-116  
R0209-149  
5.15 – 5.875 MHz  
5.15 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.875 MHz  
5.725 – 5.875 MHz  
8 dBi  
15 dBi  
18 dBi  
23 dBi  
1-Foot Flat  
Panel  
Gabriel  
Andrew  
Mars  
DFPD1-52  
FPA5250D12-N  
MA-WA-58-1X  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.725 – 5.85 MHz  
23.5 dBi  
23.6 dBi  
23 dBi  
2-Foot Flat  
Panel  
Gabriel  
Andrew  
RSI  
DFPD2-52  
FPA5250D24-N  
A57A24-U  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.86 MHz  
5.725 – 5.85 MHz  
28 dBi  
28.2 dBi  
26.5 dBi  
2-Foot  
Parabolic  
Gabriel  
Gabriel  
Gabriel  
Radio Waves  
Radio Waves  
Andrew  
Andrew  
RSI  
SSP2-52B  
SSD2-52A  
HSSP2-52  
SP2-5.2  
SPD2-5.2  
P2F-52  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.75 – 5.85 MHz  
28.5 dBi  
28.4 dBi  
28.1 dBi  
28.3 dBi  
28.1 dBi  
29.4 dBi  
29.4 dBi  
29 dBi  
PX2F-52  
P-57C24  
3-Foot  
Parabolic  
Radio Waves  
Radio Waves  
Andrew  
SP3-5.2  
SPD3-5.2  
P3F-52  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
5.25 – 5.85 MHz  
31.4 dBi  
31.1 dBi  
33.4 dBi  
33.4 dBi  
Andrew  
PX3F-52  
Notes:  
All Proxim radios require professional installation.  
Antennas with gain less than 8 dBi are not allowed.  
Antennas of other makes can be used with the HZB-US5358-11A device (Tsunami MP.11a), but must be  
of the same type, dimensions, and gain as those listed.  
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Appendix B. Antenna Cabling System  
OUTDOOR CABLING COMPONENTS  
To connect your Tsunami MP.11a hardware to an outdoor antenna installation, you will need the following  
cabling components:  
Surge arrestor  
Low-loss antenna cables  
One of the outdoor antennas described in Appendix C.  
When purchasing new Tsunami MP.11a products, each of these components will be equipped with standard  
N-type connectors.  
When ordering separate components, for example as a spare part or replacement to previously purchased  
Tsunami outdoor antenna equipment, carefully read the note on the following page to ensure that you order  
components with an N-type connector that matches the other parts of your outdoor antenna cabling system.  
SELECTING THE CORRECT CONNECTOR TYPE  
All cabling components of the Tsunami outdoor antenna system come with standard-N type connectors as  
depicted in the following table.  
Table 8. Standard N-Type Connector Diagram  
Cabling Component  
Standard-N Cabling Systems  
a Pigtail attached to MP.11  
1 Proprietary connector  
2 Stand-N male  
b Surge arrestor  
c Low-loss cable  
d Outdoor antenna  
Reverse polarity-N female on both ends  
Reverse Polarity-N male on both ends  
Reverse polarity-N female  
Note that the gender of the connector is not determined by the connector’s thread, but by its center pin; a  
solid center pin = male, a hollow pin = female.  
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Note: Previously marketed Tsunami outdoor antenna systems in FCC regulated countries (such as the  
USA and Canada) were shipped with a different cabling system, identified by reverse polarity-N  
connectors (depicted in the following table).  
Table 9. Reverse Polarity-N Cabling Diagram  
Cabling Component  
Reverse Polarity-N Cabling Systems  
a Pigtail attached to MP.11  
1 Proprietary connector  
2 Reverse polarity-N male  
b Surge arrestor  
c Low-loss cable  
d Outdoor antenna  
Reverse polarity-N female on both ends  
Reverse Polarity-N male on both ends  
Reverse polarity-N female  
Note that the gender of the connector is not determined by the connector’s thread, but by its center pin; a  
solid center pin = male, a hollow pin = female.  
DANGER!  
Outdoor antennas and antenna cables are electrical conductors. Transients or electrostatic discharges that may  
occur at the antenna (for example a lightning strike during thunderstorms) may damage your electronic  
equipment and cause personal injury or death to persons touching the exposed metal connectors of the antenna  
cable.  
To avoid damage and personal injury, the entire antenna cabling system must be grounded at all times.  
When installing, disconnecting or replacing one of the cabling components, you must ensure at all times that  
each exposed metal connectors of the antenna cabling system will be grounded locally during the work.  
For example when mounting or replacing the surge arrestor:  
1. First connect each of the connectors of the low-loss antenna cables to the grounding system.  
2. Next connect the cable connector to the grounding system.  
3. Finally connect the surge arrestor to the grounding system.  
Before you proceed, verify that each of the items is properly grounded and that the ground will not  
interrupted when disconnecting one of the antenna system components.  
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Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt whether the surge arrestor and cable connectors are  
properly grounded.  
Only after you have verified that each of the items is properly grounded, replace the surge arrestor and  
disconnect the cables from the grounding system in exactly the reverse order of the previous steps.  
SURGE ARRESTOR  
The surge arrestor (sometimes referred to as a Lightning Protector) can protect your sensitive outdoor router  
equipment from high-voltage surges caused by discharges and transients at the antenna.  
Figure 7. Surge Arrestor  
To mount the surge arrestor:  
1. Determine a suitable location for the bracket (item b) as described in “Chapter 1. Preparing for  
2. Use the screws (item c) to attach the bracket to the wall.  
3. Apply a ring-terminal to the ground wire. Use the bolt, lock-washer, and nut (item d) to connect the  
ground wire (item e) to the mounting bracket.  
4. The ring-terminal and ground wire are not included, but must be installed by a certified electrician familiar  
with national electricity and safety codes, according to the instructions described in “Grounding System”  
5. Insert the surge arrestor (item a) into the bracket as depicted in the preceding figure.  
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6. Use the hex-nut (item f) to secure the surge arrestor in its position. Ensure that the surge arrestor is  
properly connected to the grounding system.  
CAUTION!  
To avoid damage to electronic equipment and your Tsunami MP.11a equipment always apply the surge arrestor  
between the outdoor antenna installation and the Tsunami MP.11a hardware or other computing device that is  
connected to the outdoor antennas.  
Table 10. Specifications: Surge Arrestor  
Mechanical  
Size  
Height  
61 mm (2.4 in)  
Diameter  
23 x 27.5 mm (0.9 x 1.1 in)  
133 g (4.7 oz.)  
Weight  
Connectors (1)  
Operating Temperature  
Electrical  
Standard-N (female on both ends)  
-40°C (-40°F) to +85°C (+185° F)  
Frequency Range  
Insertion Loss  
6 GHz  
0.4 dB  
5 kA  
Surge Current  
Nominal Impedance  
50 ohms  
LOW-LOSS ANTENNA CABLE  
The low-loss antenna cable is available in three standard lengths:  
6 m (20 ft)  
15 m (50 ft)  
22 m (75 ft)  
To ensure that you order the right cable length, determine the distance between the intended locations of the  
Tsunami MP.11a hardware and outdoor antenna carefully.  
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Table 11. Specifications 6 m (20 ft) Antenna Cable  
Mechanical  
Length  
6 meter (20 ft)  
Connectors  
Standard-N (male on both ends)  
Operating Temperature  
Diameter (1)  
-40°C (-40°F) to +85°C (+185° F)  
5 mm (0.2 in)  
10 mm (0.4 in)  
Weight  
32.75 g/m (0.022 lbs/ft) 101.2 g/m (0.068 lbs/ft)  
Bend Radius  
50 mm (2 in)  
100 mm (4 in)  
Electrical  
Insertion Loss at 5.8 GHz  
0.80 dB/m  
0.33 dB/m  
(26.4 dB/100 ft)  
(10.8 dB/100 ft)  
Total for this cable  
<6.0 dB  
< 3.0 dB  
(1) Use of the 10 mm diameter version of this cable is subject to local radio  
regulations. See “Appendix C. Certified Outdoor Solutions” for information about  
whether you can use this cable in your country.  
Table 12. Specifications 15 m (50 ft) Antenna Cable  
Mechanical  
Length  
15 meter (50 ft)  
Connectors (1)  
Operating Temperature  
Diameter  
Standard-N (male on both ends)  
-40°C (-40°F) to +85°C (+185° F)  
10 mm (0.4 in)  
Weight  
101.2 g/m (0.068 lbs/ft)  
100 mm (4 in)  
Bend Radius  
Electrical  
Insertion Loss  
Total for this cable  
0.33 dB/m (10.8 dB/100 ft) at 5.8 GHz  
< 6.0 dB  
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Table 13. Specifications 22 m (75 ft) Antenna Cable  
Mechanical  
Length  
22 m (75 ft)  
Connectors (1)  
Operating Temperature  
Diameter  
Standard-N (male on both ends)  
-40°C (-40°F) to +85°C (+185° F)  
10 mm (0.4 in)  
Weight  
101.2 g/m (0.068 lbs/ft)  
100 mm (4 in)  
Bend Radius  
Electrical  
Insertion Loss  
Total for this cable  
0.33 dB/m (10.8 dB/100 ft) at 5.8 GHz  
< 8.7 dB  
Table 14. Specifications 15 m (50 ft) Extra Low Loss Antenna Cable  
Mechanical  
Length  
15 meter (50 ft)  
Connectors (1)  
Operating Temperature  
Diameter  
Standard-N (male on both ends)  
-40°C (-40°F) to +85°C (+185° F)  
15 mm (0.59 in)  
Weight  
194.6 g/m (0.131 lbs/ft)  
150 mm (6 in)  
Bend Radius  
Electrical  
Insertion Loss  
Total for this cable  
0.22 dB/m (7.3 dB/100 ft) at 5.8 GHz  
< 4.0 dB  
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Appendix C. Recommended Antennas  
18 DBI HIGH GAIN DIRECTIONAL PANEL ANTENNA FOR 5.25 TO  
5.875 GHZ  
Pictured: SmartAnt antenna  
Specifications  
Electrical  
Frequency Range  
VSWR  
5.25-5825 MHz  
1.5: 1 maximum  
50 ohms  
Nominal Impedance  
Gain  
18 dBi  
HPBW/horizontal  
HPBW/vertical  
Polarization  
18 degrees  
18 degrees  
Linear, vertical  
0 degrees  
Downtilt  
Power handling  
Connector  
10W (cw)  
Standard N female  
30 dB  
Front-to-back ratio  
Environmental and Mechanical  
Wind Survival (per EIA-222-F at 100’ height)  
216 km/hr  
Temperature range  
Humidity  
-40 to +80 degrees C  
95% @ 25 degrees C  
DC ground  
Lightning protection  
Size  
200 x 200 x 50 mm  
Black  
Radome color  
Radome material  
Weight  
ABS, UV resistant  
0.825 kgw  
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Dimensions  
Pattern  
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15 DBI HIGH GAIN DIRECTIONAL PANEL ANTENNA FOR 5 GHZ  
Pictured: SmartAnt antenna  
General Description  
This window antenna is a high-gain antenna for the 5 GHz frequency  
band. This antenna is typically used in combination with a Subscriber  
Unit. The red heat-shrink tube at the antenna connector of this antenna  
matches the red heat-shrink tube at the MP.11a antenna connector to  
easily locate and distinguish the 5 GHz antenna components from their  
look-alikes operating at 2.4 GHz which do not have red heat-shrink tube.  
Mounting Instructions  
Package contents:  
Antenna  
Extension Cable (3m)  
Mounting Kit  
Quick Installation Guide  
Wall Mount for Outdoor/Indoor  
Application  
A. Insert the plastic wall plug (2)  
into the wall  
B. Insert the screw (3) into the plastic  
wall plug through the antenna  
mounting hole and tighten  
Window Suction Mount for Indoor  
Application  
A. Insert the window suction cup  
through the antenna mounting  
hole.  
B. Turn the suction cup one quarter to  
lock it into position.  
(1) Antenna body  
(2) plastic conical anchor  
(3) screw  
C. Press the window suction cup onto  
the window glass.  
(4) window suction cup  
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Specifications  
Electrical  
5150 MHz – 5850 MHz  
Environmental and Mechanical  
Frequency range  
Gain*  
Survival wind speed  
Temperature  
Humidity  
180 km/hr  
15 dBi  
-40º C to +80º C  
95% @ 25º C  
DC ground  
VSWR  
2.0 : 1 Max.  
Linear, vertical  
45 degrees  
10 degrees  
18 dB  
Polarization  
HPBW / horizontal  
HPBW / vertical  
Front to back ratio  
Downtilt  
Lightning Protection  
Radome color  
Radome material  
Weight  
white  
ABS, UV resistant  
0.6 kgw  
0 degrees  
20 W (cw)  
50 Ohms  
Dimensions  
330 x 93 x 21 mm  
Power handling  
Impedance  
Connector  
Standard N-female  
ULA-168; 200 cm  
2 dB  
Cable  
Cable loss  
*exclusive of cable loss  
Pattern  
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23 DBI HIGH GAIN DIRECTIONAL PANEL ANTENNA FOR 5.8 GHZ  
Pictured: SmartAnt antenna  
Package Contents  
Antenna  
Extension Cable (50cm)  
Mounting Kit  
Surge Protector  
Water-proof tape  
Quick Installation Guide  
Mounting  
1. Mounting base, 1 PC  
2. M4*8 screw+W+S/W-4 PCS  
3. Space keeper – 4 pcs  
4. M-shape mounting – 1 pc  
5. ¾” screw – 4 pcs  
6. Plastic wallplug – 4 pcs  
7. M6*16 screw – 4 pcs  
8. M6 S/W – 4 pcs  
9. M6 W – 4 pcs  
1. Mounting base, 1 PC  
2. M4*8 screw+W+S/W-4 PCS  
3. Space keeper – 4 pcs  
4. M-shape mounting – 1 pc  
5. Pole mount clip – 1 pc  
6. M6*60 screw – 2 pcs  
7. M6*16 screw – 4 pcs  
8. M6 S/W – 4 pcs  
9. M6 W – 4 pcs  
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Specifications  
Electrical  
Frequency Range  
5725 - 5875 MHz  
50 ohms  
Nominal Impedance  
Gain  
23 dBi  
Front-to-Back Ratio  
HPBW/vertical  
HPBW/horizontal  
Cross Polarization  
Power handling  
Connector  
40 dB  
9 degrees  
9 degrees  
25 dB  
20 W (cw)  
Standard N female  
1.5: 1 maximum  
VSWR  
Environmental and Mechanical  
Wind Survival (per EIA-222-F at  
100’ height)  
216 km/hr  
Temperature range  
Humidity  
-40 to +80 degrees C  
95% @ 25 degrees C  
DC ground  
Lightning protection  
Size  
360 x 360 x 16 mm  
1.6 kgw  
Weight  
Radome material  
Housing material  
Radome color  
ABS, UV resistant  
Powder-coating tron  
white  
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Appendix D. Certified Outdoor Solutions  
INTRODUCTION  
As radio regulations differ between the various countries world-wide, not all of the outdoor solutions  
described in this Tsunami Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide may be allowed in the country where you plan  
to install this equipment.  
Local radio regulations or legislation may impose restrictions on the use of specific combinations of:  
Low-loss antenna cables and outdoor antennas.  
Radio channels selected at the Outdoor Routers that are connected to specific outdoor antennas.  
Note: Basic rule for selecting a combination of cables and antennas is that no combination is allowed  
unless explicitly approved in this Tsunami Outdoor Antenna Installation Guide. Therefore, always  
use this Appendix in combination with “Chapter 2. Determining Range and Clearance” on page 16 of  
this document to select the right type of antenna equipment and to inform your antenna installer and  
LAN administrator about the impact of regulatory constraints on their job or activities.  
SELECTING THE CORRECT CABLES  
To comply with local radio regulations, the MP.11a Base Station and Subscriber units have a selectable  
radio power output level. It can be selected through the TPC (Transmit Power Control) parameter in the user  
Interface.  
The low-loss antenna cables are available in various lengths and diameters:  
6 m (15 ft) with a diameter of 5 mm (0.2 in) (The cable-loss of this cable is equal to the loss of the 15 m  
(50 ft) cable.)  
6 m (15 ft) with a diameter of 10 mm (0.4 in)  
15 m (50 ft) with a diameter of 15 mm (0.6 in)  
15 m (50 ft) with a diameter of 10 mm (0.4 in)  
22 m (75 ft) with a diameter of 10 mm (0.4 in)  
When you order the Tsunami MP.11a antenna equipment, make sure that you order cables that comply with  
the regulations that apply in your country. (See Table 5 on page 24 for the minimum required antenna cable  
attenuation and corresponding TPC setting.) In case of doubt, consult the Proxim Corporation Sales office  
for more information.  
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Appendix E. Channel Frequencies  
The following table shows MP.11 (802.11b) channel allocations that vary from country to country. Values  
listed in bold indicate default channels and frequencies.  
Channel ID  
FCC/World (GHz)  
2.412  
2.417  
2.422  
2.427  
2.432  
2.437  
2.442  
2.447  
2.452  
2.457  
2.462  
--  
ETSI (GHz)  
2.412  
2.417  
2.422  
2.427  
2.432  
2.437  
2.442  
2.447  
2.452  
2.457  
2.462  
2.467  
2.472  
France (GHz)  
Japan (GHz)  
2.412  
2.417  
2.422  
2.427  
2.432  
2.437  
2.442  
2.447  
2.452  
2.457  
2.462  
2.467  
2.472  
2.484  
1
--  
--  
2
3 (default in most countries)  
--  
4
--  
5
--  
6
--  
7
--  
8
--  
9
--  
10  
2.457  
2.462  
2.467  
2.472  
11 (default in France)  
12  
13  
14  
--  
The following table shows MP.11a (802.11a) channel allocations that vary from country to country. Values  
listed in bold indicate default channels and frequencies.  
Channel ID  
56  
FCC  
5.280  
5.300  
5.320  
ETSI  
Turbo Mode Channels  
Channel ID  
FCC  
5.290*  
5.300  
5.760  
5.800  
60  
1
2
3
4
64  
100  
104  
108  
112  
116  
120  
124  
128  
132  
136  
149  
153  
157  
161  
165  
5.500  
5.520  
5.540  
5.560  
5.580  
5.600  
5.620  
5.640  
5.660  
5.680  
5.745  
5.765  
5.785  
5.805  
5.825  
* Turbo channel ID 1, 5.290 – The MP.11a firmware limits the upper limit of this channel to be below 12.13  
dBm for release in the United States and Canada.  
Appendix E. Channel Frequencies  
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT  
If you are having a problem using a Proxim WAN product and cannot resolve it with the information in the  
product documentation, gather the following information and contact Proxim Technical Support:  
What kind of network are you using?  
What were you doing when the error occurred?  
What error message did you see?  
Can you reproduce the problem?  
Be sure to obtain an RMA number before sending any equipment to Proxim for repair.  
To receive E-mail technical support, be sure to include the serial number of the products in question. The  
serial number can be found on the product and has the following format: ##AT########. We will be unable  
to respond to your inquiry without this information.  
Access Knowledgebase:  
Ask a Wireless WAN Product question and get an express response:  
E-mail Technical Support: [email protected]  
Call Technical Support:  
Toll Free +1-866-674-6626 or +1-408-542-5390  
Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F Pacific Time  
You can find the latest software and documentation at: http://www.expressresponse.com/proxim02/ .  
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WARRANTY AND REPAIR  
If it appears that your unit needs a repair or replacement, return the unit to your Dealer or Distributor in its  
original packaging. When returning a defective product for Warranty, always include the following  
documents:  
The Warranty Repair card (last page of this appendix)  
A copy of the invoice or proof of purchase  
Problem Report Form  
Proxim Corporation extends a limited warranty from date of purchase of:  
Twelve (12) months for the Tsunami MP.11a hardware  
Twelve (12) months for the media on which the software is furnished and the reproduction of the  
software on the media.  
Upon proof-of-purchase Proxim Corporation shall, at its discretion, repair or replace the defective item at no  
cost to the buyer.  
Defective items shall be returned to the dealer or distributor:  
Freight prepaid.  
Accompanied by a copy of proof-of-purchase.  
Accompanied by a filled out Warranty and Repair card.  
This warranty is contingent upon proper use in the application for which the products are intended and does  
not cover products which have been modified without the seller’s approval or which have been subjected to  
unusual physical or electrical demands or damaged in any way.  
This Warranty constitutes the sole and exclusive remedy of any buyer or seller’s equipment and the sole and  
exclusive liability of Proxim Corporation in connection with the products and is in lieu of all other warranties,  
express, implied or statutory, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness  
for a particular use and all other obligations or liabilities of Proxim Corporation.  
In no event will Proxim Corporation or any other party or person be liable to you or anyone else for any  
damages, including lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages, or inability to use  
the software provided on the software media even if Proxim Corporation or the other party person has been  
advised of the possibility of such damages.  
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TO BE FILLED OUT BY USER:  
Product Description____________________________________________________________________  
COMCODE (Product ID)________________________________________________________________  
Serial Number________________________________________________________________________  
Invoice Date (dd/mm/yyyy):______________________________________________________________  
Name:______________________________________________________________________________  
Title________________________________________________________________________________  
Company ___________________________________________________________________________  
Address ____________________________________________________________________________  
City/State/Zip Code ___________________________________________________________________  
Country ____________________________________________________________________________  
Telephone __________________________________________________________________________  
Fax ________________________________________________________________________________  
TO BE FILLED OUT BY THE DEALER OR DISTRIBUTOR  
Dealer Name ________________________________________________________________________  
City/State/Zip Code ___________________________________________________________________  
Country ____________________________________________________________________________  
Telephone __________________________________________________________________________  
Fax _______________________________________________________________________________  
Warranty (Yes / No) __________________________________________________________________  
Comment __________________________________________________________________________  
Return Approval Reference ____________________________________________________________  
Reported Problem  
Problem Description  
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