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Learning Objectives
After reading this article, you’ll be able to:
Install the Outdoor Micro gateway
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Best Practice: configure the device and check connection to Workplace Platform before installation, see Outdoor Micro Configuration |
Subject to different environments, the Gateway should be installed in specialized manners. Installation can be roughly divided into two types: wall-mount installation and base-mount installation.
In general, wall-mount installation is the preferable choice since wall-mount installations are less likely to result in a water leak in the roof (you need to make sure there are no water pipes inside the wall and that there are no water towers above the wall).
However, in order to make the right choice, the physical presence of a construction professional and the owner of the building are required in order to evaluate and draw the final decision.
In addition, please note
1. Network cables should not be longer than 100(m). The location of the Gateway will affect the length of the network cable.
2. The height of the antenna must not exceed the 45 degrees cone of protection from the lightning rod.
3. A certain level of attenuation will exist on the RF Cable
4. Waterproof measures must be applied to the installation site.
5. Please ensure that there are no obstacles blocking the antenna and that the antenna is in a vertical state.
6. The way the gateway is installed should make it easy to maintain
7. The gateway, lightning surge arresters (sold separately), and other relative equipment must be properly grounded
Unboxing - content
Basic Equipment - Gateway Installation Diagram
Per gateway also a LoRa antenna will be shipped
1 LoRa antenna
2 installation rings
Exterior Appearance of the Gateway Device
Outdoor Micro Gateway (Access Point, AP)
Size: 230*200*68 mm
Antenna (N-Type female)
Antenna (N-Type female)
3G/4G mini SIM card
GPS 1.5 GHz Antenna (N-type female)
Ethernet to PoE (connection to the Gateway installed with waterproof connector)
3G/4G Antenna (N-Type female)
Functional device
Installation
Device installation can be physically supported by either post mount or wall mount. Installation instructions are stated in the following sections and diagrams.
Post Mounting
Pre-installation preparations
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Outdoor Micro Gateway needs to be placed in the vicinity of the sensors which data it needs to track:
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1st possible installation set-up: Post Mounting
Please make sure that all required tools and components are available prior to installation.
Tools: Allen wrenches (M5 and M8) or an adjustable wrench, Philips screwdriver
Mount the supplied antennas for LoRa and 4G/ LTE connectivity
Power up the Gateway by using Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) (ensure a power of 12V / 1,5 A)
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Outdoor Micro Gateway device: Installation steps
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Please take note NOT to fasten the locking screws and adjustment screws in a tight manner at this point of installation.  |
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Install the base frame of the Gateway device against the pole by tightly fastening the fixing plate to the adjustable plate by using locking screws and adjustable screws. (It is recommended to install the Ethernet portal downwards.)  The ground wire portal is situated at the corner of the Gateway with an icon. When the ground wire resistance is less than 5 ohms, the recommended diameter of the ground wire would be less than 6 mm2 .  |
Outdoor Micro LoRa Antenna: Installation steps
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Depending on the on-site circumstances, use anchors to help secure the mount kit on the wall or against a pole:
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2nd possible installation set-up: Wall Mounting
Please make sure that all required tools and components are available prior to installation.
Required tools:
Allen wrenches (M5 and M8) or an adjustable wrench
Philips screw
impact drill and drill bits (the diameter of the drill bit has to be Φ12.7mm)
measuring tape 120mm or longer
iron hammer
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Power and data cables are not included in this product and must be purchased separately. |
Outdoor Micro Gateway device: Installation steps
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Mark and drill suitable spots on the wall based on the measurements taken from the mounting kit. The width between the two mounting holes ought to be 114mm apart and 38.1mm deep by using a Φ12.7mm drill bit. As shown in the following figure below.  |
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After drilling holes in the wall, insert and drive stainless steel anchors into the holes with a hammer until they are fully fixed inside the wall.  |
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Fasten the adjustable plate against the wall by securing it with hexagon screws. Figure as illustrated in the following.  |
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Secure the base frame of the mount kit to the Gateway with M5x8mm screws and connect the ground wire. The ground wire portal is situated at the corner of the Gateway with an icon.   |
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Match and secure the Gateway base frame against the adjustable plate by inserting M8x50mm locking screws through the conjoining ends and fasten the screw with nuts. Adjust the Gateway to the appropriate angle and fasten with M5x35mm adjustable screws to secure the device in place.  |
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The RF (Radio Frequency) cable is used to connect the antenna and the gateway with a lightning arrester nested in between
Steps for installation: 1. Connect one end of the lightning arrester to the antenna connector. 2. Connect the type N connector of the RF cable to the lightning arrester.  |
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Please use network cables that comply with the 802.3at cable specification Please use a POE+ switch that complies with the 802.3at power standard |
Outdoor Micro LoRa Antenna: Installation steps
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Depending on the on-site circumstances, use anchors to help secure the mount kit on the wall or against a pole:
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Roof installation
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Roof installation of Outdoor Micro Gateway is only an option if the parking spaces are on the top floor/roof, and after confirmation of the Spacewell Implementation Consultant. |
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Roof installation requires antennas, which are not part of the standard/default delivery kit. Contact the Spacewell Account Manager for more information. |
Assembling and Securing the Waterproof Connector
The outdoor gateway device requires specialized waterproof Ethernet connectors. The product device comes with one set of waterproof connector components [Waterproof connector - Included in the waterproof packet].
Before the installation, an RJ-45 Ethernet cable and the waterproof connector must be conjoined. Make sure that the Ethernet cable used should be an FTP (Foiled Twisted Pair) outdoor cable and that the gateway device is properly grounded. Please follow the steps below to assemble the waterproof connector. While installing, please ensure that the nut is securely fastened to prevent water or air from entering the gateway device
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Process of Assembly
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Cable assembly and installation must be handled by a professional. |
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Wall-mount Installation on a roof
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Avoid walls that are connected to the water tower (an assessment made by a professional is required). |
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Use a level to make sure that the antenna is completely vertical. |
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The grounding wire that connects the lightning arrester to the gateway device should be 5.5mm2 in diameter. The ground wire should be secured to ground copper bars or an equipment grounding conductor. If grounding apparatus are not available, please fasten the ground wire to the mount kit to deliver a similar grounding effect.   |
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The antenna and RF cable connectors should be wrapped with electrical tape or covered with waterproof materials to resist water penetration. |
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Network cables near the machine room should be wrapped with conduits, e.g. size 6 PVC cable protection hose. Network cables and RF cables should be secured to avoid wind-induced vibrations.  |
Base-mount Installation on a roof
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(an assessment made by a professional is required) |
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Establish a cement base (with a thickness of at least 6cm). The amount of time required for the cement to harden may vary based on different cement compositions. Make sure that there is sufficient thickness to support the base-mount |
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Secure the base of the galvanized pipe. Please see image as shown below.    |
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Secure the antenna to the galvanized pipe by using the mount kit or the customized Uring. Note: Please use a level to verify whether the antenna is vertically erected. |
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Insert the GPS antenna into a 1-inch PVC pipe. Then, use 1-inch U screws *2 to secure the pipe to the pole. |
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The antenna and RF cable connectors should be wrapped with electrical tape or covered with waterproof materials to resist water penetration. |
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Waterproof connectors should be used for connecting network cables. Network cables near the machine room should be wrapped with conduits, e.g. size 6 PVC cable protection hose. Network cables and RF cables should be secured to avoid wind-induced vibrations |
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The grounding wire that connects the lightning arrester to the gateway device should be 5.5mm2 in diameter |
Functional device
After configuration of Micro Outdoor, make sure to connect to power.
Power is supplied to the gateway device via PoE (Power over Ethernet). You can verify whether the PoE device is working correctly by viewing the indicator light.
Power over Ethernet (PoE):
Output: connects to the gateway device
Input: connects to WAN
Check Input Power Requirements in the Prerequisites
When using ethernet connection:
either connect PoE cable directly from the gateway to the network
or connect PoE cable from the gateway to the adapter (connection “data + power out”). Then plug in the adapter into a power socket and connect another PoE cable from the adapter to the network.
When using mobile connection: connect PoE cable from the gateway to the adapter (connection “data + power out”). Then plug in the adapter into a power socket.
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