Chapter 4: Preparing for installation
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Chap t er 4 : Prep aring f or inst allat ion
This chapter describes how to stage and test the hardware for a 450 Platform network. This chapter is
arranged as follows:
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Safety on page "Safety" below: Describes the precautions to be observed and checks to be
performed before proceeding with the installation
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Preparing for installation on page "Preparing for installation" on page 189: Describes the pre-
configuration procedure before proceeding with installation.
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Testing system components on page "Testing system components" on page 190: Describes the
procedures for unpacking and performing and initial staging of the 450 Platform Family ODU.
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Configuring Link for Test on page "Configuring Link for Test" on page 198: Describes the
procedures for testing the equipment’s radio links.
Saf et y
Hazar d ous locat ions
Warning
When installing the PMP/PTP 450i ATEX/HAZLOC product variants in hazardous
locations, follow the instructions contained in the PMP/PTP 450i Series
Hazardous Location Guide (supplied in box with the products), in addition to the
instructions in this user guide.
Sit ing of ODU and sound ness of st r uct ur e
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Ensure that the Outdoor Unit (ODU) and the structure to which it is mounted can withstand the
maximum wind speeds at a proposed site.
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See windloading guidance in ODU wind loading on page 1.
W or king at heig ht s and near p ow er lines
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Exercise extreme care when working at heights.
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Observe national ‘working at heights’ regulations. Use trained competent staff.
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Exercise extreme care when working near power lines.
Pow er sup p ly and p ow er saf et y
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Always use a Cambium specified 450 Platform Family power supply unit (PSU) to power the ODU.
Failure to use a Cambium supplied PoE could result in equipment damage and may cause a safety
hazard.
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Ensure the equipment is not powered during installation.
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