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Part No. 200148-00 Rev A0May 2005Tropos Networks MetroMesh RouterInstallation GuideModel 4210Tropos Networks, Inc.555 Del Rey Ave.Sunnyvale, CA 94085USAwww.troposnetworks.com408-331-6800
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide iiCopyright Notice©2005 Tropos Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Tropos Networks is a registered trademark of Tropos Networks, Inc. in the United States and certain other jurisdictions. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 1ContentsInstalling the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Installation Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Selecting Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3RF Planning Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Cable Connections and Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Remote Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Service Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Resetting the Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Clock Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12FCC Notice to Users and Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Antenna Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 11Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterThis guide explains how to install the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router. This chapter covers the following topics:“Preparing for Installation” on page 2“Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router” on page 6“Remote Indicator” on page 9“Service Instructions” on page 10
Preparing for InstallationTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 2Preparing for InstallationThe next figure shows the router unit and dimensions.Figure 1 Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterPackage ContentsThe Tropos 4210 router shipping package contains the following items:Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide (this document)2-pin power plug attached to routerFuse attached to routerScrews, lock washers, nutsInstallation AccessoriesYou must supply the following accessories:1/4-20 panhead machine screws with split lock washersEthernet cable to connect the router to the laptop computer you plan to use for network access (crossover cable if no switch or hub is used)#18 AWG wiring to connect the router to vehicle powerAntennas and antenna cablesThe following items are optional:USB GPS receiver supporting standard NMEA 0183 sentences with cable (USB connector)Right angle antenna adapterstrp_137Width 13.1 inches33.3 cmHeight3.85 inches9.8 cmHeight3.54 inches9.0 cmDepth7.91 inches20.1 cm
Preparing for InstallationTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 3Selecting LocationsTropos 4210 routers are radio devices, and as such, they are susceptible to common causes of interference that can reduce throughput and range. To ensure the best possible performance, follow these basic guidelines: Install antennas on the highest area of the vehicle (roof).If the vehicle has a light bar, install antennas at least three feet away from the bar.It is desirable to have the antenna cables as short as possible.Install the router away from other possible sources of 2.4 GHz WLAN interference, such as cordless phones, spy cameras, frequency hopping (FHSS) and DSSS LAN transceivers (non-802.11g), electronic news gathering video links, radars, amateur radios, land mobile radio services, local government sites (such as law enforcement), fixed microwave services, local TV transmission and private fixed point transmitters).The router is not weather-proofed, so install only in protected interior locations.Choose a splash-resistant mounting surface that is at least 13 inches by 8 inches to provide sufficient space to screw the router into the surface. See FIGURE. It is not necessary to level the unit.The Tropos 4210 router contains integral ESD protection and vehicle power conditioning, so external protection is not required.Antenna OptionsYou can purchase any of the Tropos-approved, cable-attached antennas that are listed in “Ordering Information” on page 17. Omni-directional antennas are best for systems requiring a signal distribution in more than one direction. To comply with regulatory RF exposure limits, locate antennas a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20cm) from people. It is possible to use a single antenna; however, two antennas are strongly recommended.NoteOnly use antennas that are approved by Tropos. Operating the unit with non-qualified antennas is a violation of U.S. FCC Rules Part 15.203(c), Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47.
Preparing for InstallationTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 4NoteThe device and the antennas must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.Figure 2 Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Routerwith Cable-Attached AntennasRF Planning GuidelinesTropos wireless routing technology is embedded in each Tropos 4210 MobileMesh router, allowing each router to work in almost any environment and with a wide range of network topologies. To maximize coverage range, locate the router in wireless-friendly areas. Try not to place them in areas that can block or interfere with transmission. 802.11g devices transmit in the 2.4 GHz frequency spectrum. This spectrum is shared by devices such as microwave ovens, portable phones, intercom systems and wireless alarm systems. Place each router in a location at least 15 to 20 feet from any other transmitter to prevent the possibility of interference. trp_128Cablesfrom antennasto unitAuxTx/Rx antennaMainTx/Rx antenna
Preparing for InstallationTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 5Cable Connections and PowerFigure 3 shows the power and connector ports on the side panel of the Tropos 4210 router:The status indicator is red when the router is plugged in and has power. It is green when the router has a working IP address and network connectivity.The Ethernet Management (MGT) port is used to connect the router to the laptop computer that is used for network access. The LAN port is not currently used for the Tropos 4210 router.There are two USB ports, either one of which can be used to connect a GPS receiver.There are two RS-232 serial ports, one of which can be used to connect to a client PC. One RS-232 port is reserved for factory use.The fuse is user replaceable (see “Fuse Replacement” on page 11).The power plug accepts #18AWG wire.The Tropos 4210 router is designed to be used with negative ground systems, such as motor vehicle power. There is no internal battery back-up, so the vehicle must be powered for the router to operate.NoteThe Tropos 4210 router does not have a power switch. The router is powered when the power plug is attached and then connected to vehicle power. To remove power from an installed router, remove the power plug, remove the fuse, or turn off vehicle power.Figure 3 Connector Paneltrp_129RJ-45 (Management) portto client USB portGPS inRS-232 portGPS outZiptieholderPowerconnectionFuseLED
Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 6Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterFollow these steps to install the Tropos 4210 router:1. Remove the router from the shipping box.2. Drill four holes with a 7, 8, or 9 drill bit to create 0.203-inch holes in the mounting surface. Refer to Figure 4 for the mounting dimensions.Figure 4 Preparing the Mounting Surfacetrp12713.1 inches, 33.3 cmDrill holes for mounting bolts or screws12.12 inches, 14.66 cm on center7.91 inches,20.1 cmThe recommended fasteneris a 1/4"-20 panhead machine screw.Drill holesfor mountingbolts or screws,6.91 inches,17.55 cmon center
Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 73. Screw the router to the mounting surface using 1/4”-20 panhead screws and lock washers (Figure 5).Figure 5 Attaching the Router to a Mounting Surfacetrp_1264 boltsor sheet metal screwsPreferred orientationOKOK
Installing the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh RouterTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 84. Attach antennas according to the instructions shipped with the antennas (see Figure 2 on page 4).5. Connect a standard Ethernet crossover cable with RJ45 connectors from the Management port on the route to the Ethernet port on the client computer (Figure 6).Figure 6 Ethernet Cable Connection6. If you plan to use a GPS receiver, mount the receiver according to the instructions shipped with the receiver. Connect the receiver cable to one of the USB ports on the router.7. Use a small flat-head screw driver, if necessary, to remove the screws that attach the 2-pin power plug to the router. 8. For vibration security, use the ziptie to secure the RJ45 and USB connectors.trp_130Connection to client(RJ-45)Ziptieholder
Remote IndicatorTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 99. Trim 1/4-inch from the end of the #18AWG wire. Attach the red wire to the + side of the power plug and the black wire to the - side.Figure 7 Power Plug Connection10. Return the power plug to its location on the router and screw down tightly. Note that the unit is powered as soon as the plug is connected and the other ends of the power wires are attached to vehicle power.Remote IndicatorThe Mesh Link Remote Indicator is a optional indicator that allows a user to determine whether the Tropos 4210 router is connected to the Tropos network without looking at the status LED. The indicator is assigned to pin 9 of the bottom Factory Use Only serial connector.The Mesh Link Remote Indicator functions as follows:If the 4210 is not connected to the network: (the router is booting or off, or there is no RF signal), pin 9 is electrically disconnected from pin 5 (ground). This state corresponds to the status light being off or red.If the 4210 is connected to the network, pin 9 is electrically connected to pin 5 (ground). This state corresponds to the status LED being green)It is a customer decision how the remote indicator should be used. Customers can set up a custom LED indicator to show that the unit is connected, or they can connect the indicator to a general load that turns on another device when the Tropos 4210 router is connected to the network. In either case, installing and operating the indicator requires knowledge and skill in basic electronics, wiring, and cable assembly. Figure 8 is a schematic drawing of the indicator.trp_133Power connectionTerminal block10Power wiring
Service InstructionsTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 10Figure 8 Remote Indicator SchematicCautionVoltage on pin 9 must always be greater than the voltage at pin 5 (ground). Pin 5 is electrically connected to the chassis ground (negative ground). Maximum current from pin 9 to pin 5 is 50mA. Maximum voltage on pin 9 at any time is 32V (the same as for the Tropos 4210 router.) Exceeding these maximums can damage the remote indicator.Service InstructionsThis section contains service information for the Tropos 4210 router.Resetting the RouterTo perform a hardware reset of the router, unplug the router, pull the fuse out, or turn off the vehicle power. Wait 10 seconds and then reconnect the plug, fuse, or vehicle power.trp_135For Larger Loads (> 50mA)42104210 side0.5A inlinefast-acting fuseLEDRemote indicatorswitch1543269 7.5A87RemoteindicatorswitchPin 9RL loadPower PFET(> 32V rating)(> fuse current rating)Load fuse(depends on load,protects PFET)R2R14.7Ktypical1.5KtypicalUser DB-9hood0.5Afast-actingVehicle + (32V max)9Basic LED Operation
Service InstructionsTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 11To reset the router configuration to factory defaults, use the Tropos Configuration Utility, as described in the Tropos Networks User Guide.Fuse ReplacementThe fuse is located to the right of the power plug. The transparent red color enables you to detect when the fuse has blown. Use needle-nose pliers or a fuse puller to pull the fuse out. Push the new fuse firmly into the fuse socket. To confirm that the new fuse is working, check the status light on the left side of the panel (see Figure 9).Figure 9 Fuse ReplacementClock BatteryNoteThe router has no internal user serviceable parts. The following information is intended for trained service personnel only.The Tropos 5210 MetroMesh Routers have a real-time clock which is powered by a small lithium rechargeable battery. If the real-time clock fails, return the unit to Tropos Networks for servicing.trp_134AutomotiveminifuseLED
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 122ComplianceThis chapter lists notices, cautions, and warning messages required for compliance purposes. It contains the following sections:“FCC Notice to Users and Operators” on page 12“Warnings and Cautions” on page 13FCC Notice to Users and OperatorsThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by using one of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.This Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Tropos Networks could void the user's authority to operate this device.
Warnings and CautionsTropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 13Warnings and CautionsWarningIt is illegal to modify the construction of this product. Modifying the operating frequency or enhancing the transmit output power through the use of external amplifiers or other equipment is specifically disallowed by the “Telecommunications Act.”WarningThis device is for indoor use with conditions that no harmful interference to authorized radio stations results from the operation of this device. This device shall not influence aircraft security and/or interfere with legal communications as defined in the “Telecommunications Act.” If this device is found to cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease operating this device immediately until no interference is achieved.
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 143Product SpecificationsThis chapter contains the product specifications for the Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router:“Physical Specifications” on page 14“Interfaces” on page 15“Power Options / Consumption” on page 16“Certifications” on page 16Table 1 Physical Specifications Physical Dimensions Height Width DepthInches 3.85 13.1 7.91Centimeters 9.8 33.3 20.1Weightlbs - maximum 9.0 Includes all brackets Kg - maximum 6.35Temperature Min MaxAC Powered Operating Range -40C 70CStorage Range -45C 85CColor Unpainted metalShock and VibrationOperational: MIL-STD 810gTransportation: ISTA 2ARandom BounceRandom Vibration6 Corner Drop Test
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 15Table 2 InterfacesData Interface Maximum Distance (ft) ConnectorIEEE 802.3 10/100BaseT 1300 (10BaseT Half and Full Duplex Setting)300 (100BaseT Half and Full Duplex Setting) RJ45Management Interface Maximum Distance (ft) ConnectorIEEE 802.3 10/100Base T 1300 (10BaseT Full Duplex Setting)300 (100BaseT Full Duplex Setting) RJ45Wireless InterfaceStandard IEEE 802.11b/g Wi-FiFrequency Range 2400 to 2485 MHz ISM BandModulation DSSS; DBPSK @ 1 Mbps,DQPSK @ 2 Mbps,CCK @ 5.5 and 11 MbpsOFDM @ 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 6Rx Sensitivity -100dBm (1 Mbps)-95dBm (2 Mbps)-93dBm (5.5 Mbps)-91dBm (11 Mbps)-94dBm (6 Mbps)-93dBm (9 Mbps)-92dBm (12 Mbps)-89dBm (18 Mbps)-86dBm (24 Mbps)-83dBm (36 Mbps)-78dBm (48 Mbps)-76dBm (54 Mbps)
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 16Rx SaturationMaximum Power at Antenna Port-5dBm (1 Mbps)-5dBm (2 Mbps)-5dBm (5.5 Mbps)-5dBm (11 Mbps)-5dBm (6 Mbps)-5dBm (9 Mbps)-5dBm (12 Mbps)-10dBm (18 Mbps)-30dBm (24 Mbps)-35dBm (36 Mbps)-35dBm (48 Mbps)-35dBm (54 Mbps)AntennasAntennas ExternalAntenna Diversity Transmit/ReceiveImpedance 50 ohmsVSWR 1.5 : 1Connectors (two) N (female)Indicator - Status Lamp Red/Green/BlueTable 3 Power Options / ConsumptionDC: 10.0-32.0 VDC 20W/30S typical/maxPolarity protectedNegative return - common chassis ground 23W/60W typical/maxAntenna Protection <= 0.5µJ for 3kA @ 8/20µS WaveformEN61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD ImmunityEN61000-4-5 Level 4 Surge ImmunityFuse Automotive mini-blade 32 VDC 7.5ATable 4 CertificationsCertificationsU.S. CFR 47 FCC Part 15.C; Class BTable 2 Interfaces (continued)
Tropos 5210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 174Ordering InformationTable 5 contains ordering information for the Tropos 4210 Mobile MetroMesh router and related equipment. These items can be ordered from Tropos Networks, Inc.Table 5 Tropos Ordering InformationPart No. Description42102100 Tropos 4210 Mobile MetroMesh Router, variable power, N connectorsRC009100 Right angle N-connector adapter: male/femaleAN074090 One vehicle mounted 7.4dBi omni antenna and cable kitAN074091 One vehicle magnetic mounted 7.4dBi omni antenna and cable kitAN074095 One vehicle mounted 7.4dBi omni antenna (cable kit not included)AN050090 One vehicle mounted 5.0dBi omni antenna and cable kitAN050091 One vehicle magnetic mounted 5.0dBi omni antenna and cable kitAN050095 One vehicle mounted 5.0dBi omni antenna (cable kit not included)GR000350 Vehicle mounted GPS receiver with USB interface and cablePS024002 24Vdc AC/DC power supply with adapter cableLittlefuse 297010 or equivalentATO-mini fuse, 32Vdc 7.5A
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 185Antenna AccessoriesTable 6 contains accessory ordering information for mobile antennas:Table 6 Mobile Antenna AccessoriesPart Number Description SupplierSF-245SPR 7.4dBi mobile antenna, N connector, black www.cometantenna.comMG-4N Magnetic mount - N for 7.4dBi mobile antenna www.cometantenna.com5D4N Bulkhead mount for 7.4dBi mobile antenna www.cometantenna.com
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 19AcronymsThe following acronyms are used in this document.Table 7 AcronymsAASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ANSI American National Standards InstituteAWG American Wire GaugeC CelsiusCAT CategoryCCK Complementary Code KeyingCE Conformite EuropeeneCFR Code of Federal RegulationsCISPR International Special Committee on Radio InterferenceCSA Canadian Standard AssociationdB DecibelsdBi Decibels Relative to an Isotropic RadiatordBm Decibels Referred to 1 MilliwattDBPSK Differential-Binary Phase-Shift KeyingDC Direct CurrentDGT Directorate General of Telecommunications (Taiwan)DQPSK Differential-Quadrature Phase-Shift KeyingDSSS Direct-Sequence Spread SpectrumEFT Electrically Fast Transients
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 20EMC Electromagnetic CompatibilityEN IEC standardESD Electrostatic DischargeETSI European Telecommunications Standards InstituteFCC Federal Communications CommissionFHSS Frequency Hopping Spread SpectrumHz HertzIEC International Electrotechnical CommissionIEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics EngineersIP67 Ingress Protection StandardISM Instrumentation, Scientific, and Medical bandISTA International Safe Transit AssociationLAN Local Area NetworkMbps Megabits Per SecondMHz MegahertzMIL-STD Military StandardMPHPT Ministry of Public Management, Home Affairs, Posts and Telecommunications (Japan)N NeutralNEC National Electrical CodeNEMA National Electrical Manufacturers AssociationNMEA National Marine Electronics AssociationOFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division MultiplexingRJ45 Registered Jack 45RSS Received Signal StrengthRx ReceiveRXD Receive DataTUV Technical Inspection Association Table 7 Acronyms (continued)
Tropos 4210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 21Tx TransmitTXD Transmit DataUL Underwriters’ LaboratoriesUPS Uninterruptible Power SupplyVAC Voltage (Alternating Current)VCCI Voluntary Control Council for Interference (Japan)VDC Voltage (Direct Current)VSWR Voltage Standing Wave RatioWWattsTable 7 Acronyms (continued)
Tropos 5210 MetroMesh Router Installation Guide 1IndexAantenna type and placement 11antennasapproved configurations 12distances from people 3options 3Bbuilding materials 11Ddata rate considerations 11diversity 11IinstallationTropos router 1installation considerationsantenna options 3site surveys 11Oobstructions 11Pphysical environment 11product specifications 14Ssite surveys 11specifications 14

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