Outdoor installation Chapter 3RADWIN 2000 User Manual Release 2.6.50 3-7Outdoor installationPreparing the ODU before DeploymentEach ODU must be pre-loaded with an IP address. This may be done prior to deployment inthe field, or on-site using a Laptop computer. The process is quite straight-forward anddescribed in Chapter 19.Mounting the ODUThe ODU can be mounted on a pole or a wall. In both installations, the supplied mounting kitis used to secure the ODU.A RADWIN 2000 link operates in pairs of two ODUs with the same configuration. Both ODUsmust be installed, and the antennas aligned for maximum throughput.To mount the ODU on a pole or a wall:1. Ensure that the ODU is properly grounded.2. Mount the ODU onto the pole or wall. Ensure that the unit is oriented so that thecable connectors are at the bottom. (If they are on top, water may penetrateinto the unit causing damage.) It is possible to mount an ODU horizontally. SeeChapter 17 for details.3. Refer also to Chapter 17 for detailed ODU mounting kit contents and schematics.Mounting external antennasIf you are using ODU with an integrated antenna, skip to Mounting the Lightning Protec-tion Devices below.The supplied mounting kit is used to mount the antenna onto a pole. The antennas must bealigned for maximum throughput.NoteA mast-sited ODU typically uses a pole attached to the mast.WarningPrior to connecting cables to the ODU, the protective earth terminal (screw)of the ODU must be connected to an external protective ground conductoror to a grounded pole.• Only a qualified person using the proper safety equipment shouldclimb the antenna mast• Only qualified professional personnel should install or dismantleODUs and mastsNote• Do not tighten the ODU to its mounting brackets until the alignmentprocess of the antenna is complete.• Ensure that there are no direct obstructions in front of the ODU orinterference from man-made obstacles.
