Wavesight Basic Product Training

byTom Connolly

Agenda

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• 1. Product overview

• 2. Basic planning and installation rules.

• 3. Configuring the radio.

• 4. Common issues.

Product Range

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WaveMaxUp to 40 Km54Mbps or 108Mbps 2.4ghz or 5ghzPtP or PtmP (8 Satellites)Integrated orStandalone (needs antenna)128 bit AES encryption

WaveFlowUp to 5 Km54Mbps or 108Mbps 2.4ghz or 5ghzPtP or PtmP (8 Satellites)128 bit AES encryption

WaveSprintUp to 1 Km54Mbps 2.4ghz or 5ghzPtP128 bit AES encryption

Product Range

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WaveMax

WaveFlow

Point to Point

WaveMax

WaveSprint

WaveSprint

WaveSprint

Point to Multipoint

Point to Multipoint can be WaveMax to WaveFlow or Wavesprint or can be WaveFlow to WaveSprint.

Point to Point can be WaveMax to WaveMax, WaveMax to WaveFlow or WaveFlow to WaveFlow.

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ApplicationsWaveMAX is ideally suited for FixedWireless Access (FWA) PtP and PtMPapplications, such as:+ Community and ResidentialWireless Broadband Access+ Wireless Internet Access+ Wireless Backhaul+ Telco and ISPs VoIP andData Networks+ Last Mile Access+ Enterprise Network Expansion- Building to building- Campus Networks+ Wireless CCTV Video transmission+ Train to Track - VoIP,Video and Data transmission+ Ship to Shore - VoIP,Video and Data transmission+ Covert and Overt SecuritySurveillance Systems+ MAN (MetropolitanArea Networking)+ WAN (Wide Area Networking)

WaveMAX is a high performance, longrange, point to (multi-) point outdoorwireless bridging system from the Europeaninnovator in wireless networking solutions

Eliminating the cost, delays and disruption of laying fibre or leasinglines; Wavesight’s WaveMAX suite offers a flexible, cost effective,high-performance, feature-rich outdoor bridging solution in thelicence-exempt frequencies. WaveMAX works in both a point to pointand point to multi-point mode.The advanced OFDM radio and other technologies used withinWaveMAX allow for enviable data speeds and optimal performanceof up to 108 Mbps* Radio speed over distance.The suite is equipped with many features to address WiMAX marketsand requirements backed up with a migration plan to support futureWiMAX customers.

WaveMAX

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WaveFLOW is the next generation in low cost, high performance, secure wireless bridging, designed to provideusers with the speed of installation, flexibility and bandwidth they need to maximize data flow in their organisation – whateverthe terrain or weather.Class-leading performance up to 108 MbpsWaveFLOW delivers data rates of up 108 Mbps in Turbo mode – giving you the power you need for next generation VoIP, RemoteConferencing, High resolution CCTV and other bandwidth-hungry applications. Waveflow is available in 5GHz.Bridge, Access Point and Client capabilityWaveFLOW gives you full point to point and multipoint bridging, a high performanceoutdoor access point and client operation in one integrated package.SNMP remote managementWaveFLOW provides the benefits of an SNMP interface ready for remote management andconfiguration, saving you time and money.Rapid deploymentWaveFLOW is designed for speed and ease of installation. Through RF Analyser - Wavesight'sunique professional configuration and management tool - supplied with each unit, you canbe quickly up and running. Need to link two or more sites together by close of businesstommorow? No problem!24/7 all weather reliabilityWaveFLOW is ruggedised to exceed IP65 for external use – delivering the resilience andreliability you need, whatever the conditions or terrain. Our housings use vandalresistant ABS and alloy for long term durability – a fit and forget solution.Lower cost - faster ROIWaveFLOW eliminates the cost, delays and disruption of laying fibre or leasing lines -giving you the links you need, where you need them-today. This means lower costs perMegabyte and a faster return on investment.Class-leading securityWaveFLOW offers the same levels of data security you’ve come to expect from Wavesight’s wireless bridges. With 128 Bit AES,TKIP and SPG1 - Wavesight’s unique packet compression technology.

WaveFlow

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Class-leading performanceWaveSPRINT offers you the class-leading performance package you expect fromWavesight - but optimised for use up to 1Km. With up to 54 Mbps on tap, you havethe bandwidth to meet all your data, voice and video transmission needs.Low cost, high valueThrough advanced production techniques, WaveSPRINT is brought to you at asubstantially lower price point than comparable systems, providing the lowest - cost routefor short distance wireless bridging.Maximum flexibilityAvailable in either 2.4 or 5.8 GHz frequencies for maximum flexibility, WaveSPRINT can beemployed in point to point bridging, outdoor access point (AP) and client roles - givingyou a high performance solution for all your short range needs.

24/7 all weather reliabilityWaveSPRINT is ruggedised to exceed IP65 for external use - delivering the resilienceand reliability you need, whatever the weather conditions or terrain.Faster ROIWaveSPRINT eliminates the cost, delays and disruption of laying fibre or leasing lines -giving you the links you need, where you need them-today. This means lower costs perMegabyte and a faster return on investment.Full security suiteWaveSPRINT offers the same levels of data security you’ve come to expect fromWavesight’s wireless bridges. With 128 Bit AES, 154 Bit WEP plus TKIP and SPG1-Wavesight’s own unique packet compression technology - small still means secure.

WaveSprint

Faster deploymentWaveSPRINT is supplied in pairs as a pre-configured link in a box - ready for fast, pointto point deployments. Also available singly for use as satellites to an existing system.Built in SNMP interface allows easy remote management, saving you time and money.

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Omni – directional AntennasUse for campus / short range point – multipoint applications for 360º coverage from a base station. 2.4 and 5 GHz options.

Antennas

Dome Stick Vehicle Whip

Directional Antennas2.4 and 5 GHz options for P2P and P2MP applications to maximise range and throughput. Or use from satellite radios tocommunicate back to a base station omni or sector antenna.

11/18dbi

16/23dbi

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Sector AntennasUse for base station point – multipoint applications to enable long range and high density of wireless coverage. Several sectorantennas can be combined to provide 360º coverage as required.

Antennas

14/15.5/17dbi

15/16/17dbi

Planning/Installation Process Overview

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• Identification of correct product for the application.

• Clear Line of Sight (CLOS) calculation(Fresnel Zone).

• Identification of mounting location and access, Correct heights, angles etc.

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2.4Ghz Overlapping channels

Red = FCC (North America)

= ETSI (Europe)

2.4Ghz

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5ghz has 3 Bands (a,b & c)

Band a (5150-5350ghz) (8 channels) is for Indoor use only.Band b (5470-5725ghz) (11 channels) is for outdoor use building to Multipoint user.Band c (5725-5850ghz) (4 channels) is for outdoor, building to building use (needs licence).

5Ghz

The Fresnel Zone

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If unobstructed, radio waves will travel in a straight line from the transmitter to the receiver. But if there are obstacles near the path, the radio waves reflecting off those objects may arrive out of phase with the signals that travel directly and reduce the power of the received signal. The strongest signals are on the direct line between transmitter and receiver and always lie in the 1st Fresnel Zone.Here we see the freznel zone with a clear line of sight. This should help give you an idea of the 3D shape of the freznel zone.

Fresnel zone. d is the distance between the transmitter and the receiver, b is the radius of the Fresnel zone.

The Fresnel Zone

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Here we can see a few applications where obstacles may affect the freznel zone.

The concept of Fresnel zone clearance may be used to analyze interference by obstacles near the path of a radio beam. The first zone must be kept largely free from obstructions to avoid interfering with the radio reception. However, some obstruction of the Fresnel zones can often be tolerated, as a rule of thumb the maximum obstruction allowable is 40%, but the recommended obstruction is 20% or less.As you can see in the diagrams, generally speaking the longer the link the greater the freznel zone size. There are various calculators out there that when used will tell you the height you need to get to in order to clear your tallest obstacles.

The Fresnel Zone

Configuring the Radio

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To change the IP address under Windows XP:

• In the Windows Start menu, choose Control Panel. • If the classic view is enabled, choose Network Selection. In the category view, select Network and Internet Connections, then Network Connections. • Double-click your active LAN or Internet connection. • Click Properties. A Properties window appears. • In the General tab, select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item from the bottom of the list, and then click Properties.

Configure your PC

First you will have to change Your IP address on your PC

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The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window appears. If Use the following IP address is selected, write down the information displayed in the box: the IP address, the subnet mask, and the default gateway. You will need these addresses to put back your computer in its initial state once the configuration process is completed. • If Obtain an IP address automatically is selected, click Use the following IP address. • Enter the desired IP settings (temporary or initial). • Click OK to close all windows.

Configure your PC

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RF Analyzer Main Screen

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Click on ‘Set IP Address’

RF Analyzer Basic Configuration

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Unit ID and IP Addressing Window

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51. Enter the last 5 digits of the serial number (found on unit label).2. Enter the IP address for the unit3. Enter the Subnet Mask for the unit (e.g. For 10.10.10.X Class A range, subnet 255.0.0.0

applies).4. Enter the Default Gateway of your network (can be left at 0.0.0.0).5. Product Selection (always use WaveMax for all current radio products).

IP Addressing How to

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After an IP address change the radio will reboot (wait for the radio to be displayed again after 10 to 30 seconds). Select the radio, then right click and select configuration.

Radio Configuration (Base)

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Configuration window is now open as shown below. Note the three tabs ‘General’ ‘Radio’ and ‘Communications’.

Radio configuration (Base) cont.

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1. Provides the option to name the radio and enter contact information.2. Radio function: Types ‘Base’ or ‘Satellite’ select as required.3. Frequency band (or channel if Auto Channel is not selected) selection.4. Unicast or Multicast selection (only change from Default if Multicast is required).4a. Watchdog: Leave un-ticked when used for CCTV Applications. 4b. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol). Select if remote monitoring of your radio network

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Note: Watchdog will reset the Base radio if it has no traffic on the link for 5minutes. This will cause CCTV transmission loss if the function watchdog is selected.

Radio configuration - ‘General’ tab

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1. Radio transmit power (in dBm) selection.2. Distance of signal to travel before it times out (Ensure that the minimum distance entered is not less than the true distance between the Base and Satellite.3. SPG1 (Super packetisation) selection.4. Wireless mode (options that apply are Standard or Turbo/UHX108).5. Enable radio checkbox (if left un-ticked a radio link cannot be established).

Radio configuration - ‘Radio’ tab

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1. Encryption selection, tick checkbox to enable (when applying encryption, ensure that the remote end is enabled first if configuring onsite).

2. Encryption types (WEP - least secure) (AES/TKIP – most secure). Enter the same passphrase once in each field to complete the Encryption setup process.

3. SSID call sign. All radios on the same network must have the same SSID (this is case sensitive). Select Suppress checkbox if you don’t want to broadcast your SSID.

4. MAC Address filtering function. This ensures that any units not in the list are ignored. To add a unit, simply type the last five digits of relevant serial number (e.g. 44533), then add unit.

Radio configuration ‘Communications’ tab

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Radio configuration ‘Satellite’

1. The configuration on the Satellite radio has to match the Base radio (apart from the Unit function and the last octet of the IP address ). Thus you can follow the same steps as the Base unit configuration.

2. Alternatively, you can save the Base radio configuration to disk. Then load the saved configuration onto the other unit and change the Unit function.

Note: There is no restriction to which radio is installed where because any unit can be set as a Base or Satellite.

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Frequently Asked Questions• Physical Installation.• Transmission type (Half or Full Duplex).• Link throughput test.• Subnet Scanning in RFAnalyser.• Unit LED Indicators.• Beam width Alignment.• Customer questions.