EPOCH-M1P USER MANUAL Version 1.0 2607 Colorado Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90041 USA Tel: 323-254-8131 Fax: 323-254-4928 www.adrftech.
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Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction of Epoch-M1P.................................................................................5 1.1 Overview ......................................................................................................5 1.1.1 Highlights ......................................................................................5 1.1.3 Available Models ............................................................................7 1.1.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 5 4.2 Common Installation Problems ...................................................................30 Warranty and Repair Policy.................................................................................31 5.1 General Warranty ........................................................................................31 5.2 Limitations of Warranty...............................................................................31 5.3 Limitation of Damages ......
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 1. Introduction of Epoch-M1P 1.1 Overview Epoch-M1P series repeaters enhances in-building wireless coverage in the most effective and cost efficient way. For its intelligent design and versatility, EpochM1P series repeaters is the ideal choice for wireless coverage problems indoors. Epoch-M1P series repeaters can be used as a stand-alone repeater with passive antennas connected to it or it can also be used as a feeder repeater to a DAS (Distributed Antenna System).
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 1. Server Antenna Port One end of the coax cable will connect to the “Server Antenna Port” of Epoch-M1P while the other end of the cable will connect to the server antenna which is pointing towards the intended coverage area. 2. Power LED / Button The Power LED will be lit Green if the power is turned on and will be not lit if the power is turned off. 3. Wireless Modem Access You can manually place or take off the wireless modem by taking of the four screws. 4.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 7. VFD VFD stands for “Vacuum Fluorescent Display.” ** Please refer to Appendix B for more detailed information on how the VFD button operates. 8. USB Interface For management and troubleshooting purposes, you can connect your PC to Epoch-M1P via USB cable. 9. Dry Contact Interface (AAI) AAI stands for Auxiliary Alarm Input.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 dB step across the 60 MHz PCS spectrum * Epoch-M1P-XX RF repeater with factory built fixed filters Table 2 – Epoch-MIP Models * In certain markets, service providers may be operating in noncontiguous bands, e.g. D+E, A+C5, A3+D+C5, etc. In these special markets, we are able to offer custom fixed filters to the service providers. 1.2 Warnings and Hazards WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK Opening the Epoch-M1P could result in electric shock and may cause severe injury.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 RF EXPOSURE & ANTENNA PLACEMENT Guidelines Actual separation distance is determined upon gain of antenna used. Please maintain a minimum safe distance of at least 20 cm while operating near the donor and the server antennas. Also, the donor antenna needs to be mounted outdoors on a permanent structure. WARRANTY Opening or tampering the Epoch-M1P will void all warranties. 1.3 Epoch-M1P Parts List The Epoch-M1P repeater system includes: a.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Compatible Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP 1.4.2 Epoch-M1P Software Installation ** Refer to the Software Setup Guide 1.4.3 Initial Startup of Epoch-M1P Software a. Using the USB cable (USB01) that is provided, connect one end of the cable to the USB port to the PC and the other end to the repeater’s USB port located on the right side of the repeater. b. Open the Epoch-M1P Software. ** Refer to the USB Setup Guide 1.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 1.6 Step by Step Instructions for Installation 1.6.1 Repeater Setup Figure 2 – Front & Right Side Views of the Repeater 1. Connect the Power Source Make sure that the power switch on the right side of the repeater is turned off before connecting the power cable. Connect the power cable to the AC/DC Power Port as shown in Figure 3.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Using the USB cable (included in the box), connect one end of the cable to the Epoch-M1P’s USB port located on the right side of the repeater and the other end to the PC’s USB port as shown in Figure 2. ** Install the USB driver and the Epoch-M1P Manager Software prior to installation. 8. Turn On the Power for Epoch-M1P Make sure that the donor and server antennas and the power cable are securely connected to the correct ports.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Figure 4 – Band Selection Window of the Epoch-M1P Software 11. Select the Desired Band(s) From the Install Window (Figure 3), click on “XX MHz Band Selection” button and a new pop-up window will appear (Figure 4). Select the desired band(s) or center channel number(s) by clicking the appropriate buttons. You can deselect the undesired band(s) or channel number(s) by clicking the button again.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 ** Please refer to the “M1P Setup Guide” for any questions or problems that you may encounter during this installation process. If a modem is not connected to the repeater and you click the “Install” button, the following pop-up window will appear: If you choose to continue with the RF portion only, simply click “Yes” and the installation process will resume again. 16. Check the Front LED Panel Check that the Power LED is on (Green) and the Alarm LED (Red) is off.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2 User Manual V1.0 using Epoch-M1P Software 2.1 Menu Structure 2.1.1 Window Overview Status Control Install you to monitor the current you to change or adjust the through an automated The Status Window allows settings and status of the Epoch-M1P. The Control Window enables Epoch-M1P’s parameters and settings. The Install Window guides you installation of the Epoch-M1P repeater.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.2 Status Window The Status Window is the monitoring window of the Epoch-M1P Software. This window enables the user to monitor the status and settings of the Epoch-M1P. In other words, no parameters can be changed in the Status Window. Window.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.3 Control Menu 2.1.3.1 General Setting Window Figure 7 - General Setting Window of the Epoch-M1P Software AGC Mode AGC (Auto Gain Control) adjusts the variable gain of the repeater to ensure a constant specified output power of 20 dBm.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Uplink tracking mode enables or disables the Uplink Tracking ON feature that sets the gain in the uplink equaling to the gain in the downlink. gain offset is the difference in the uplink and downlink gains. The tracking For example, if the downlink gain is 80 dB, the Uplink Tracking ON is checked, and the Uplink Tracking Gain Offset is set to 3 dB, the uplink gain would be 77 dB. By default, the Uplink Tracking ON box is not checked.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.3.2 Alarm Setting Window Figure 8 - Alarm Setting Window of the Epoch-M1P Software Heartbeat Heartbeat is a periodic message sent out to Wireless Provider’s NOC only if the repeater comes with a wireless modem. Control Item Action Setting Value Heartbeat ON/OFF Set Heartbeat Mode ON/OFF Periodic Time Set Heartbeat Time 1 ~ 60 min @ 1 min step Table 4 - Heartbeat Mode and Time Range Heartbeat Mode The Heartbeat ON box is checked by default.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 If there’s a modem inside the repeater, you don’t need to set the date and time manually. Alarm Setting RSSI The RSSI alarm is the minimum RSSI value that the Epoch-M1P requires to ensure optimal coverage. The RSSI alarm will go off when the RSSI is lower than the threshold value (refer to the RSSI value in the Alarm Setting Window). The threshold RSSI value can also be adjusted manually @ 0.5 dB step (range is shown in Table 5 on page 20).
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Figure 9 - Install Window of the Epoch-M1P Software Band As shown on Figure 9, click on “Band Selection” button and a new pop-up window will appear as shown in Figure 5. Select the desired band(s) or channel number(s) by clicking the appropriate buttons. You can deselect the undesired band(s) or channel number(s) by clicking the button again. There are two ways of selecting the operating band(s): (1) you can click on the partial/full band itself (e.g.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 D - 325, 350 & 375 B1 425, 450 & 475 B2 525, 550 & 575 B3 625, 650 & 675 E - 725, 750 & 775 F - 825, 850 & 875 C3 925, 950 & 975 C4 1025, 1050 & 1075 C5 1125, 1150 & 1175 B C Table 6 – Channel Number Assignment SNMP (only applicable if a wireless modem is connected to the repeater) a. Site ID The Site ID is a unique ID for each site and will be provided by the Wireless Provider. b.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.5 System Menu 2.1.5.1 Info. Window The Info. Window displays the Model Number, Serial Number and Firmware Version of the Epoch-M1P repeater. Contact information is included along with a link to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.’s URL. Figure 10 - Info. Window of the Epoch-M1P Software Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.1.5.2 Upgrade Window In order to download the latest repeater firmware, click on the Upgrade Window. The firmware file will be provided by the technical support group from Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. Once the firmware file has been saved on the PC, you would connect the Epoch-M1P repeater to the PC via the USB cable provided. Click on “Open” and locate the firmware file and click on ‘Download.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.2 Using the Epoch-M1P Software 2.2.1 Changing Parameters In changing the parameters of the repeater using the Epoch-M1P Software, note that the values entered into the Epoch-M1P Software are limited to the ranges and modes specified in the Menu Structure section as explained in Section 2.1 on page 15. The chart below shows the parameters that can be changed and the location of each parameter in the Control Menu Structure.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Figure 13 - All Alarm Parameters Supported by Epoch-M1P In the event of a hard fail alarm, the control board will shutdown the HPA (both uplink & downlink) for 30 seconds and then turns on the HPA to check for a repeated hard fail occurrence. If the hard fail alarm is persisting up to four consecutive occurrences, the control board will shutdown the HPA for 20 minutes (total of five consecutive hard fails).
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.3.2 Downlink (Forward) Uplink (Reverse) Downlink/Uplink Alarms Alarm List Soft Fail Hard Fail Remark RSSI O - Alarms will turn on if the Input Power Overload O - limits specified in the Over Power* O O RSSI O - Input Power Overload O - Over Power* O O value is not within operable Control Alarm Setting Window. Note: The Over Power parameter is fixed and cannot be modified by the user.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 2.4.2 Default Alarm Setting Setting Value Control Item Downlink Uplink RSSI -95 dBm -110 dBm Input Overload -35 dBm -35 dBm Heartbeat On/Off ON Heartbeat Time 20 minutes Table 10 - Default Alarm Parameter Values of the Epoch-M1P Software 3 Maintenance Guide for Epoch-M1P 3.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist a. Check for loose connections to the repeater and antennas. If connections b. Cables and connectors are in good condition.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Tx & Rx LEDs Tx Rx Blinking Blinking GREEN GREEN Blinking Solid GREEN GREEN Explanation Successful Connection. The Epoch-M1P Software and the repeater are communicating successfully. The repeater is not receiving any commands from the software. In this state, the repeater is either processing or executing a command. Wait for a few seconds for the Rx LED to blink periodically.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 4.2 Common Installation Problems Problem Possible Solution You would need to install the driver for the USB cable which can be USB port is not being recognized found with the CD that comes with the repeater. Regardless if you have already installed the USB driver once, if are connecting the USB cable to a new USB port on the PC for the very first time, you will need to install the USB driver again. The power green LED on the front panel is not lit.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 5 Warranty and Repair Policy 5.1 General Warranty The Epoch-M1P carries a Standard Warranty period of two (2) years unless indicated otherwise on the package or in the acknowledgment of the purchase order. 5.2 Limitations of Warranty Your exclusive remedy for any defective product is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective product. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. may elect which remedy or combination of remedies to provide in its sole discretion.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 5.6 Return Material Authorization (RMA) No product may be returned directly to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. without first getting an approval from Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. If it is determined that the product may be defective, you will be given an RMA number and instructions in how to return the product. An unauthorized return, i.e., one for which an RMA number has not been issued, will be returned to you at your expense.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Appendix A: Specifications ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS Frequency Range SPECIFICATIONS DL 1930 to 1990 MHz UL 1850 to 1910 MHz COMMENTS Sub Band Filtering One 5 MHz Sliding Block Model 1 Sub Band Filtering One 10 MHz Sliding Block Model 2 Sub Band Filtering One 15 MHz Sliding Block Model 3 Sub Band Filtering Special Custom Band(s) Model 4 Operating Frequency Programmable Freq. Step: 10 KHz Frequency Error ≤ +/- 0.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS Housing (W x H x D) 8.27 x 11.03 x 3.57 inches Housing Material Aluminum & Plastic Weight ≤ 13.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Appendix B: Button Operation Normal Operation Normal Operation Power Off Power On 16 sec Booting Time POWER (off) VFD ALARM (off) Initializing.... 6 sec POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (Red) Display Cycle* The VFD display will be disappeared 30 minutes later since the VFD button is touched. POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (off) If the VFD button is clicked, the display will be come up again.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Soft Fail Alarm Operation Soft Alarm Operation Power Off Power On 16 sec Booting Time POWER (off) VFD ALARM (off) Initializing.... 6 sec POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (Red) Display Cycle* 4 sec 4 sec POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (Red) Until the condition cleared SOFT FAIL ALARM DOWNLINK RSSI POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (Red) If the VFD button is clicked, the display will be come up again.
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Hard Fail Alarm Operation Hard Alarm Operation SYSTEM ALARM CHECKING Power Off Power On 20 min POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (Red) 4 sec 16 sec Booting Time SYSTEM HALT POWER (off) VFD ALARM (off) Initializing....
Epoch-M1P RF Repeater User Manual V1.0 Frequency Change Frequency Change Hold the VFD Button for 5 sec POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (off) CHANNEL SELECTION MODE Push the ALARM Button POWER (Green) VFD 10 sec ALARM (off) CHANNEL UP 150 to 175 Push the ALARM Button POWER (Green) VFD ALARM (off) CHANNEL UP 175 to 200 POWER (Green) VFD 10 sec 10 sec or Hold the VFD Button for 5 Sec ALARM (off) Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.