RUCKUS T350se Access Point Quick Setup Guide
Product Overview
The RUCKUS T350se is an Outdoor Enterprise Access Point designed for extended reach and throughput in a 120-degree coverage area. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for field installation.
NOTE: The minimum software revision for the T350se is ZoneDirector (ZD) 10.5 or later, or SmartZone (SZ) 6.0 or later.
For detailed information on planning, site surveys, and operation, refer to the RUCKUS Outdoor Access Point User Guide available at https://support.ruckuswireless.com.
Safety Warnings
- WARNING: Only trained and qualified personnel should install, replace, or service this equipment.
- WARNING: Installation must comply with local and national electrical codes.
- CAUTION: Form a 80-mm to 130-mm (3-in. to 5-in.) drip loop in any cable attached to the AP or building to prevent water ingress.
- CAUTION: Ensure grounding is available and meets local/national electrical codes. Use lightning rods and arrestors for additional protection.
- CAUTION: Take proper lightning surge protection precautions according to local electrical code.
- CAUTION: RUCKUS recommends wearing eye protection before mounting the T350se.
Before You Begin
Before deploying RUCKUS products, check for the latest software and release documentation.
- Release Notes and user documentation: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/documents
- Software upgrades: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/software
- Software license and warranty information: http://support.ruckuswireless.com/warranty
Verify all items listed in Package Contents are included. Notify your RUCKUS sales representative if any item is damaged or missing. Ensure you have the required hardware and tools.
Required Hardware and Tools
- No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
- Small flat-blade screwdriver
- Wide flat-blade screwdriver
- Torque wrench or torque screwdriver with sockets
- Long-nose pliers
- Electrical wire stripping and terminal crimping pliers
- Pipe or pole, or a sturdy flat surface
- Electric drill with drill bits and customer-supplied wall anchors, flat washers, and hex nuts (for flat-surface mount)
Package Contents
A complete T350se field installation package includes:
- T350se Access Point
- M25 data cable gland
- Ground wire with lug
- Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Kit
- Declaration of Conformity/Regulatory Statement
Antenna Coverage
The T350se AP provides extended reach and throughput in a 120-degree coverage area.
T350se Sector Antenna Coverage
The T350se AP is best deployed where internal antenna directional beamwidths can provide extended reach and throughput to a 120-degree coverage area. Refer to the following figures for azimuth and elevation coverage patterns.
Figure 1: T350se AP - Rear View
Depicts the rear of the T350se Access Point, showing ANT 0 and ANT 1 connectors.
Figure 2: Typical AP Sector Azimuth Plane Coverage, Top View
Illustrates the typical azimuth coverage pattern for the AP, indicating an extended 120-degree reach.
Figure 3: Typical AP Sector Elevation Plane Coverage, Side View
Shows the typical elevation coverage pattern, recommending a 12-degree to 20-degree downtilt for extended coverage and an extended 30-degree vertical beamwidth.
Mounting Instructions
Connecting and Sealing the RJ-45 Cables
Connect and seal RJ-45 cables using the M25 data cable glands.
WARNING: Do not use any PoE injector not tested and approved by RUCKUS to power the T350se Access Point.
Figure 4: T350se LEDs and Ports
Shows the T350se Access Point with labeled ports: 1. PoE, 2. 12V DC, 3. LED, 4. USB.
Figure 5: RJ-45 Cable and Gland Assembly
Details the assembly of the RJ-45 cable gland: 1. Cable gland base, 2. Clamping ring, 3. Rubber O-ring, 4. Sealing nut. Instructions guide feeding the cable through components, connecting to the AP Ethernet port, tightening the gland base, wrapping the clamping ring, seating the assembly, and hand-tightening the sealing nut.
Attaching the U-Joint Bracket to the Mounting Bracket
Mount the U-joint bracket in any direction on the mounting bracket, preferably to allow AP azimuth adjustments. Proper mounting allows AP elevation adjustments.
Figure 6: U-Joint Bracket Attached Horizontally to the Mounting Bracket
Shows the U-joint bracket attached to the main mounting bracket using bolt and washer sets. Instructions: Position the U-joint bracket on the mounting bracket. Use four 1/4-28 bolt and washer sets to mount the U-joint bracket to the mounting bracket, tightening to 9.5 N.m (7 ft-lbs).
Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Flat Surface
Instructions: Place the mounting bracket on the flat surface, use holes as a template to mark mounting locations. Remove bracket, drill holes, and attach bracket using mounting hardware. Tighten hardware securely.
Figure 7: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Flat Surface
Illustrates using the mounting bracket holes as a template to mark a flat surface for drilling.
Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Pole
Instructions: Insert steel clamps into the mounting bracket slots (two upper, two lower). Use clamps to attach the bracket to the pole, tightening to 3 N.m (27 in-lbs) or per manufacturer's specifications. Clamps can be daisy-chained for larger poles.
Figure 8: Attaching the Mounting Bracket to a Vertical Pole
Depicts the mounting bracket being attached to a vertical pole using steel clamps.
Mounting the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint Bracket
The linkage bracket attaches to the U-joint bracket using an M8 bolt and washer set. The linkage bracket is symmetrical.
NOTE: Ensure the serrated external-tooth lock washer is on the inside of the U-joint bracket flanges to maintain azimuth adjustment.
Instructions: Loosely assemble linkage bracket, U-joint bracket, lock washer, and M8 bolt/washer set. Set the required azimuth. Tighten the M8 bolt to 13.6 N.m (120 in-lbs).
Figure 9: Attaching the Linkage Bracket to the U-Joint Bracket
Shows the components for attaching the linkage bracket to the U-joint bracket: 1. Linkage bracket, 2. Serrated external-tooth lock washer, 3. M8 bolt and washer set, 4. U-joint bracket.
Attaching the AP Bracket to the Linkage Bracket
Instructions: Attach the AP bracket to the linkage bracket using the included bolt, lock washer, flat washer, serrated external-tooth washer, and nut.
NOTE: Ensure the linkage bracket is installed with its serrated external-tooth lock washer on the inside of the AP bracket flanges to maintain elevation adjustment.
Figure 10: Attaching the Linkage Bracket to the AP Bracket
Illustrates the connection between the linkage bracket and the AP bracket.
Attaching the AP Bracket to the Access Point
Instructions: Place the AP bracket onto the back of the AP, aligning the four larger screw holes. Use four 0.5-inch x 0.250-28 hex bolts with split lock and flat washer sets to mount the AP bracket to the AP. Tighten bolts to 2.5-3.0 N.m (22-27 in-lbs).
CAUTION: Ensure screws are no longer than 0.5 inch to prevent AP chassis damage.
Figure 11: Attaching the AP Bracket to the AP
Shows the AP bracket being attached to the back of the T350se Access Point.
Setting the Elevation and Tightening the Elevation Bolt
Instructions: Set the required elevation for the AP. Tighten the M8 bolt to 13.6 N.m (120 in-lbs).
Powering the AP
Powering the AP with DC Power
The AP can draw power from the Ethernet input (Class 4 device, max 22W). Alternatively, a customer-provided 12V DC power supply (7-20V DC acceptable) can connect to a two-pin terminal block via a water-tight gland.
NOTE: If both PoE and DC ports are used, separate cable glands are required for each port. Additional glands (Part Number 902-0183-0000) can be purchased.
NOTE: When both 12V DC and 48V PoE are active, the AP prioritizes 12V DC power.
CAUTION: Ensure the DC power source does not exceed 20V DC.
Installation Steps:
- Install the DC power supply as described in the DC Power Supply Installation Guide.
- Connect the DC cord to a DC power source.
- Verify the PWR LED is a steady green.
Earth Grounding the AP
CAUTION: Ensure that earth grounding is available and meets local and national electrical codes. Use lightning rods and arrestors for additional protection.
NOTE: Ground wire color coding varies by region. Check local wiring standards.
Instructions: Using the factory-supplied ground wire, screw, and washer set, connect a good earth ground to the AP chassis ground point.
CAUTION: The T350se AP uses a 9-mm stainless steel M6x1 earth ground screw. Ensure any replacement screw is no longer than 9-mm to avoid AP chassis damage.
Figure 12: Connecting a Good Earth Ground to the AP
Shows the earth grounding connection point on the AP.
Installing a USB Dongle
To install a USB dongle (e.g., IoT radio device), remove two 3-mm hex screws, remove the cap, and insert the dongle into the USB port. Replace the cap and hex screws, tightening to 0.79 N.m (7 in-lbs).
NOTE: A larger USB dongle cap can be purchased separately. Maximum USB dongle dimensions (with large cap) are 6 cm x 2 cm x 1.1 cm. The USB port supports 2.5W.
Figure 13: Installing a USB Dongle
Illustrates the process of installing a USB dongle into the AP.
Troubleshooting
CAUTION: You can reset the AP to factory default settings by pressing the reset button inside the PoE IN port. Press and hold for 4 seconds or longer. DO NOT RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS UNLESS SO INSTRUCTED. This resets the AP IP address to 192.168.0.1.
After a reset, access the internal AP web interface using https://192.168.0.1. Your device must use an address from 192.168.0.2 through 192.168.0.254 (subnet mask 255.255.255.0). Username: super, Password: sp-admin.
For More Information
For configuration and management information, refer to the RUCKUS Access Point User Guide available at https://support.ruckuswireless.com.
RUCKUS WIRELESS, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of CommScope, Inc.
Regulatory Information
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notices
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) it may not cause harmful interference, and (2) it must accept any interference received.
Caution: Changes or modifications not approved by Ruckus Wireless may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
For Class B Equipment: Tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital device, providing reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. If interference occurs, try reorienting/relocating the antenna, connecting to a different circuit, increasing separation, or consulting a technician.
This device meets other requirements in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of FCC Rules. It must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter.
Note: Country code selection is for non-US Products only. US products operate only on spectrum allocated per FCC Rules.
Canada Statement
Under ISED regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna type and maximum gain approved by ISED. Antenna type and gain should be chosen to ensure equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than necessary for successful communication.
This device complies with ISED license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) no interference, and (2) must accept any interference.
European Union Notices and National Restrictions
This product is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at: http://docs.commscope.com/?docs-box
Maximum output power:
- 2400-2483.5MHz: 19.9dBm EIRP
- 5470-5725MHz: 29.9dBm EIRP
The frequency band 5150 - 5350 MHz is restricted to indoor use.
Thailand Statement
This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC technical requirement.
Hong Kong Statement
The 5.15-5.35 GHz band shall be restricted to indoor operations only. Obey local regulations.
Taiwan Statement
This product should not affect the operation of nearby radar systems. Low power radio-frequency devices must not be susceptible to interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.
Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking
Equipment Name: Wireless Network Base Station, Model: T350se.
Table showing restricted substances (Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium, Polybrominated Biphenyls, Polybrominated diphenyl ethers) and their presence status (O = exceeds limit, • = exceeds limit, - = exemption) for different parts (Enclosure Top/Bottom, PWB, Connector/Receptacle).
T350se - Antennas and EIRP
When the frequency band 5150 – 5250 MHz is used outdoors in the U.S.A, the FCC mandates that energy radiated above 30° from the horizon remains below 21 dBm EIRP.
Maximum EIRP in 5150-5250 MHz band = 22.2 dBm + Antenna Gain.
Maximum EIRP above 30 degrees from Horizontal = 22.2 dBm + (-4.7 dBi) = 17.5 dBm.
Output Power Reduction Table
| Degree Above Horizon (A) | Output Power Reduction (dBm) |
|---|---|
| A <=12 | 0 dBm |
| 12 < A <15 | 1 dBm |
| 15 <= A < 30 | 3 dBm |
| 30 <= A < 45 | 6 dBm |
| A > 45 | 7dB |
T350se Integrated Antenna Elevation Pattern
The highest gain is -4.7dBi above 30° to 150°. A diagram shows the elevation pattern.
When the device is installed outdoors and uses an external antenna, it must be adjusted toward the horizon to ensure energy radiated above 30 degrees from the horizon remains under 21 dBm EIRP.
