4 Netronics Networks
Contents
Chapter 1 About This Guide....................................................................... 6
Preface .......................................................................................................... 6
Conventions ................................................................................................... 6
Contacting Technical Support........................................................................... 7
Chapter 2 Introduction.............................................................................. 8
Chapter 3 Installing the Netronics NPP 6X2.4 Metro Base Station......... 10
Important Safety Instructions .........................................................................11
Preparing for Installation................................................................................12
Installation Hardware and Tools..............................................................13
Choosing a Location...............................................................................13
Preparing the Site ..................................................................................13
Power Source Options ............................................................................14
Safety Precautions .................................................................................14
Mounting Strategies.......................................................................................14
Using Hose Clamps........................................................................................15
Mounting on a Pole, or Streetlight...................................................................16
Metal or Wood Pole Mounting .................................................................16
Wood Brace Mounting ............................................................................20
Streetlight Mounting...............................................................................22
Grounding the Netronics NPP 6X2.4.................................................................25
Grounding the Data Protection Device......................................................27
Connecting Antennas .....................................................................................27
Connecting Power..........................................................................................28
Connecting to AC Power (Category C)......................................................29
Connecting to Streetlight Power (Category C)...........................................32
Connecting to DC Power.........................................................................33
Connecting a Data Port ..................................................................................35
Connecting Peripherals...................................................................................39
PoE Power Sourcing Power Output ..........................................................39
Using a Backhaul Unit.............................................................................40
Safety Information for the Netronics NPP 6X2.4 ...............................................41
Service Instructions........................................................................................42
Chapter 4 Power Consumption................................................................ 44
Chapter 5 Product Specification.............................................................. 45
Chapter 6 Installation Accessories.......................................................... 49
Power Cable ..........................................................................................50
Ethernet Cables .....................................................................................50
Lightning Protection ...............................................................................50
Power Over Ethernet..............................................................................50
Client Connectivity .................................................................................50
Chapter 7 AC Wiring Diagrams................................................................ 53
AC Wiring Photoelectric Power Tap..........................................................53
