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Preface Introduction Installing the Base Station RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Technical Specifications Dimension Drawings Certification Installation Guide 01/2018 RC1175-EN-01...
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Warranty Siemens warrants this product for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, conditional upon the return to factory for maintenance during the warranty term. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void.
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Installation Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Preface ......................Alerts ..............................v Related Documents ..........................vi Training .............................. vi Customer Support ..........................vi Chapter 1 Introduction ..................... 1.1 Feature Highlights ........................2 1.2 Description ........................... 3 Chapter 2 Installing the Base Station ................
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RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Table of Contents Installation Guide 2.11 Connecting to the Base Station ....................25 2.12 Configuring the Base Station ..................... 26 Chapter 3 Technical Specifications .................. 3.1 Power Supply Specifications ......................27 3.2 Power Supply Requirements ......................27 3.3 Radio and Modem Specifications ....................28 3.4 Operating Environment .......................
Preface Preface This guide describes the RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 base station. It describes the major features of the device, installation, commissioning and important technical specifications. It is intended for use by network technical support personnel who are responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the base station.
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RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Preface Installation Guide viii Customer Support...
Introduction Introduction The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 base station is a member of the RUGGEDCOM family, a line of mobile WiMAX broadband wireless access systems based on the IEEE 802.16e mobile WiMAX standard. These systems are designed for robustness and simplicity, offering feature-rich services with low deployment and operation costs, for unmatched operator competitiveness and fast return on investment.
Section 1.2, “Description” Section 1.1 Feature Highlights The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 provides the full base station functionality necessary for serving a single sector: General • All-outdoor, single-box base station solution • Mobile WiMAX compliance based on IEEE 802.16e standard and WiMAX Forum Wave2 (MIMO) certification •...
Installation Guide Introduction Section 1.2 Description The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 features various types of ports for connecting antennas and data adapters, and for interfacing with the device. Figure 1: RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 1. ANT 2 Port 2. RS-232 Serial Console Port 3. DC/ETH Port 4. GPS Port 5. ANT 1 Port...
WARNING! Safety hazard – risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to equipment. Installing the RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 can pose a serious safety hazard. Be sure to take precautions to avoid the following: • Exposure to high voltage lines during installation •...
Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Installing the Base Station Installation Guide IMPORTANT! Install equipment in accordance with the electrical code relevant to the country of installation, such as: • the National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70 • the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part 1, CSA C22.1 •...
Visually inspect each item in the package for any physical damage. Verify all items are included. IMPORTANT! If any item is missing or damaged, contact Siemens for assistance. Section 2.3 Required Tools and Materials The following tools and materials are required to install the RUGGEDCOM WIN7235: Unpacking the Base Station...
Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Installing the Base Station Installation Guide Kits Greases • Class I, Division 2 Kit (P/N MKIT0090) – For hazardous • Marine grease (for marine applications only) locations only Tapes Tools • POE cold shrink (maximum 49.2 mm or 1.9 in inner •...
Installing the Base Station in Hazardous Locations The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 is designed to comply with the safety standards for Class I, Division 2, Zone 2 hazardous locations where concentrations of flammable gases, vapors or liquids may be present, as opposed to normal operating environments.
For further details of the device's compliance with Class I, Division 2, Zone 2 standards, refer to Section 5.1, “Approvals”. Sample Hazardous Location Label The following is an example of the RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 hazardous location label: WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD P/N: WiN72XX-Y DO NOT SEPARATE WHILE CIRCUIT IS LIVE...
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Base Station Section 2.6.1 Mounting the Base Station to a Wall or Tower Mount the base station to any wall or tower capable of supporting its weight. An outer wall on a roof or other high location to avoid interference from other buildings or trees is preferred.
Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Installing the Base Station Installation Guide Section 2.6.2 Mounting the Base Station to a Pole The base station can be attached to any pole (or pipe) with a 44.45 to 254 mm (1.75 to 10 in) diameter.
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Base Station If assembled, remove the top plate from the mounting bracket. Secure the mounting bracket to the back of the base station using the four screws and flat washers provided. Figure 5: Base Station and Mounting Bracket Assembly 1. Base Station ...
Installation Guide Section 2.7.1 Installing an RF Antenna The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 base station supports two (primary and secondary) external omni-directional or directional Radio Frequency (RF) antennas. WARNING! Radiation hazard – risk of Radio Frequency (RF) exposure. This base station is compliant with the requirements set forth in CFR 47, section 1.1307, addressing Radio Frequency (RF) exposure from...
Section 2.7.2 Installing an External GPS Antenna The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 base station is equipped with an internal omni-directional GPS antenna. This is ideal for indoor applications, but for outdoor applications, an external antenna may be required. The application may also require a directional – as opposed to omni-directional – antenna.
Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Installing the Base Station Installation Guide Using the supplied CAT-5 cables, connect the lightning protector to the GPS port on the base station. Make sure the antenna is properly grounded according to local standards. Section 2.8 Grounding the Base Station The base station is considered to be connected to a centralized DC power system.
Connecting to a RUGGEDCOM RP100 or RP110 The RUGGEDCOM RP100 and RP110 are optional power injectors for powering and providing data to the RUGGEDCOM WIN7235. The RUGGEDCOM RP100 and RP110 meet a wider temperature and voltage range than the standardRUGGEDCOM WIN1010.
Installing the Base Station Installation Guide Figure 9: Typical Outdoor Installation 1. RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 2. Shielded Cable 3. Ground Connection 4. Lightning Protector 5. RUGGEDCOM RP100/RP110 6. Drain Wire (Shielded) For more information about the RUGGEDCOM RP100 or RP110, refer to the RUGGEDCOM RP100 Installation Guide or the RUGGEDCOM RP110 Installation Guide.
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Base Station Apply the PoE connector kit to the other end of the CAT-5e cable. For more information, refer to Section 2.9.3, “Assembling the PoE Connector”. NOTE The DC/ETH port may be a glenn head cable connector (threaded) or a quick release bayonet style connector (twist and lock).
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Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Installing the Base Station Installation Guide Strip the wire jacket 38 mm (1.5 in) from the tip, making sure not to cut the foil or drain wire. 38 mm (1.5 in) Figure 11: Cutting the Jacket 1. Wire Jacket 2. Foil Fold the foil back over the wire jacket.
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RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Base Station Figure 14: Untwisting the Wire Pairs Arrange the wires according to the following pin-out description: Color Description Number White/Orange ETH Data TP0+ Orange ETH Data TP0- White/Green ETH Data TP1+ Figure 15: CAT-5e PoE Cable Pin-Out...
An approved surge suppression unit is required when the base station is installed in a hazardous location. The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 is certified for installation in Class I, Division 2 Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations when installed using the Class I, Division 2 kit (P/N MKIT0090). The Class I, Division 2 kit contains the following items: •...
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Base Station Figure 18: Connecting the Base Station in a Hazardous Location 1. Ethernet Switch 2. CAT-5e Cable 3. PoE Injector 4. Base Station 5. DC Power Cable 6. Power Supply Unit Using a CAT-5e cable, connect the PoE injector to he DC/ETH port on the base station.
Most outdoor base station, antenna and cable problems are caused by coaxial cable connections loosened by vibration, allowing moisture to penetrate the connector interface. Siemens strongly recommends weatherproofing all outdoor cable connections to prevent the ingress of water and help secure connections.
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Base Station Hold the tube against the base station chassis and start rotating it clockwise while gently pulling out the core. Stop rotating once the front end of the cold shrink has begun to form around the cable end.
Reserved (Do Not Connect) For information about how to connect to the device via the serial console port, refer to the RUGGEDCOM WIN CLI User Guide for the RUGGEDCOM WIN7235. Accessing the Web Interface The access the Web interface for RUGGEDCOM WIN, do the following: Connect a PC to the switch/router that is on the same network as the base station.
10 to 60 VDC 88 to 300 VDC RUGGEDCOM RP100 or RP110 Section 3.2 Power Supply Requirements The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 requires an external power supply that meets the following requirements: Power Supply Rated Input Power Rated Output Power RUGGEDCOM WIN1010 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, 1.5 A...
-60 to 100 dBm Dynamic Range (Transmitter) 12 to 27 dBm Section 3.4 Operating Environment The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 can operate under the following environmental conditions: Ambient Operating -40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F) Temperature Ambient Relative Humidity 5% to 95% Ambient Storage Temperature -40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F)
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 3 Installation Guide Technical Specifications Section 3.5 Mechanical Specifications Dimensions Refer to Chapter 4, Dimension Drawings. Weight (Base Station) 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) Weight (Mounting Bracket) 0.6 kg (1.2 lbs) Ingress Protection IP67 Chassis Material Aluminum Section 3.6 IDU-to-ODU Cable Specifications The following outlines the technical specifications for the Indoor Unit (IDU) to Outdoor Unit (ODU) cable required to assemble the Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) connector.
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Chapter 3 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Technical Specifications Installation Guide Overall Drain-Wire Material Tinned Copper Overall Drain-Wire Gage 24 AWG Overall Drain-Wire Stranded Construction Outer Jacket Material UV resistant FR-PVC Inner Jacket Material UV resistant FR-PVC Inner Jacket Diameter 6.1 mm (0.24 in) External Diameter 8 mm (0.3 in)
RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 5 Installation Guide Certification Certification The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 base station has been thoroughly tested to guarantee its conformance with recognized standards and has received approval from recognized regulatory agencies. CONTENTS • Section 5.1, “Approvals” • Section 5.2, “EMC and Environmental Type Tests”...
UL 60950-22) Section 5.1.3 European Union (EU) This device is declared by Siemens Canada Ltd to comply with essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EU directives: • EN 55022 Information Technology Equipment – Radio disturbance characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement •...
Transmission System Base Stations, Ancillary Equipment and Services The device is marked with a CE marking and can be used throughout the European community. A copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity is available from Siemens Canada Ltd. For contact information, refer to “Contacting Siemens”.
Department of Defense Test Method Standard for Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests – Method 509.4 (Salt Fog) Section 5.2 EMC and Environmental Type Tests The RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 has passed the following Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and environmental tests. EMC Type Test for IEC 61850-3 Standard...
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RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Chapter 5 Installation Guide Certification Standard Method Description Test Levels CISPR 22 IEC 61850-3 (5.8) Radiated Emission 30 MHz to 8 GHz EN 55022 IEC 61850-3 (5.8) Conducted Emission 150 kHz to 30 MHz EMC Immunity Type Tests for IEEE 1613...
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Chapter 5 RUGGEDCOM WIN7235 Certification Installation Guide EMC and Environmental Type Tests...