Mediacell Inc WE2106A User Manual
Version – 1.0
Transport Interface Testing
The DOCSIS interface is rather simple to test. The easiest way is to use the command line
from the console port and request the PHY parameters directly, provided you are logged in
from the console port and request the PHY parameters directly, provided you are logged in
with the appropriate credentials. Alternatively, this information is likely available via your
CMTS and/or your provisioning system.
CMTS and/or your provisioning system.
For Wireless backhaul, a similar method can be used to determine the connection status via
the command line, again, provided you are logged in with the appropriate credentials.
In any case, if the WirelessTap is properly configured and communicating via the transport
interface, all WirelessTap functionality can be managed and verified remotely either using a
In any case, if the WirelessTap is properly configured and communicating via the transport
interface, all WirelessTap functionality can be managed and verified remotely either using a
Secure Shell session (“SSH”) or Simple Network Management Protocol commands and
requests (“SNMP”). Please see the System Administrator’s Guide for details.
requests (“SNMP”). Please see the System Administrator’s Guide for details.
Mounting and Environmental Considerations
Strand mount WirelessTaps are suitable for free air operation from –40°C to +60°C. If
ambient temperature is expected to be +40°C or higher, it is best to make sure that air can
flow around the WirelessTap.
ambient temperature is expected to be +40°C or higher, it is best to make sure that air can
flow around the WirelessTap.
Condensing Moisture
Strand mount WirelessTaps are designed to withstand direct expose to rain and snow.
However, strand mount WirelessTaps are not designed for submersed operation.
However, strand mount WirelessTaps are not designed for submersed operation.
Grounding
It is imperatives that proper grounding techniques be used that fully comply with local law.
This is also true of the antennas themselves. The entire die-cast chassis is aluminum and
should be earthed according to local regulations and common potential safety codes.
should be earthed according to local regulations and common potential safety codes.
Antenna Gain
Strand Mount WirelessTaps have 4 integrated 8.5dB linear patch antennas using alternating
45 degree slant polarization.
Strand Mount Platform Quick Start Guide
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