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Chapter 2
Installing the Access Point
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Warning
Statement 1030
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074
Warning
Strand Mount Kits (SMKs)
All versions of the 1570 series AP can be mounted to a strand. Two strand mount kits are available. One
version of the strand mount kit (SMK) is for mounting the AP directly to the strand when there is no
cable bundle. The other version is for mounting the AP to the strand in the presence of a 1.75 inch cable
strand and is approximately 2.25 inches from the top of the AP to the center of the cable strand.
Pole Mount Kits (PMKs)
All versions of the 1570 series AP can be mounted to either a pole or wall using a pole mount kit (PMK).
One PMK is designed specifically for the 1570I series and another PMK is designed specifically for the
1570E series.
The 1570I PMK allows the AP to be mounted in a horizontal orientation with antennas downward when
attached to a horizontal pole, vertical pole, or wall. The 1570E PMK allows the AP to be mounted
vertically when attached to a horizontal pole, vertical pole, or wall. Arbitrary off angle poles are not
supported. Both PMKs can be mounted to poles in diameter from 2 to 16 inches. Both PMKs maintain
a low profile with approximately 1 inch clearance between the pole/wall and the AP.
Pedestal Mount Kits
The 1570I series AP has a pedestal mount kit that allows it to be installed into a Channell 1420 pedestal
housing. The 1570E has a pedestal mount allowing it to be installed into a Channell 1212 pedestal
housing.
Access Point Mounting Orientation
When mounting an access point on a horizontal or vertical surface, you must ensure that the access
point is oriented with the LED indicators pointing down. This positioning allows LEDs to be visible
to someone on the ground below the access point.
You must also ensure the access point is mounted in such a way as to ensure that all antenna ports and
the console port are accessible for future use.
Note
Omnidirectional antennas are vertically polarized and should be mounted vertically.
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