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EATON IB053008EN Installation instructions
WaveLinx Wireless Area Controller (WAC)
Where to Mount the WAC
Typically installed above the drop ceiling or high on the wall in the center of the space it will be controlling
The WAC should be located so it has a good line-of-sight view of devices it will be communicating to.
Within 300ft of the PoE switch or building LAN connection point
At least 10 feet away from the building WiFi access points
At least 15 feet away from concreate or metal structures
Where NOT to Mount the WAC
Inside a metal enclosure or near large metal objects or walls
Inside or near large concreate walls or spaces
Do not mount inside electrical closet
WaveLinx design best practices
Design Consideration Best Practice Maximum Capability
Gateway/WAC Range 150 feet-250 feet LOS (no walls) 300 feet LOS
Number of Interior Walls 2 walls 3 walls
Distance from WAC to 1st WCL Device 150 feet 200 feet
Distance between WCL Devices 75 feet 150 feet
Number of Hops from WAC 4 hops 5 hops
Number of Areas per WAC 16 16
Number of Zones per Area 3 16
Number of Scenes per Area 6 10
Wireless Area Controller LED Indicators
The LED indicators can be used for diagnostics and troubleshooting diagnostics of the WaveLinx system. The table below
gives you more information.
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