Axiom Repeater USER MANUAL Version 0.3 3116 Vanowen St. Burbank, CA 91505 Tel: 818-840-8131 Fax: 818-840-8138 www.adrftech.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Glossary The following is a list of abbreviations and terms used throughout this document.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Released version: 0.3 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. 1996-2010. All rights reserved. Please send comments to: E-Mail: info@adrftech.com Phone: Fax: (818) 840-8131 (800) 313-9345 (818) 840-8138 Address:Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. Attention: Technical Publications Department 3116 Vanowen St. Burbank, CA 91505 USA www.adrftech.com Revision History Version Author 0.1 YH Ko 0.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. AXIOM REPEATER ........................................................................................................ 6 1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 6 1.1.1 Highlights........................................................................................................ 6 1.1.2 Parts List .................................................................
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.4.3 Install: Axiom-xx-P....................................................................................... 38 4.4.4 Install: Axiom-xx-A ...................................................................................... 39 4.5 System ..................................................................................................................... 40 4.5.1 System: Firmware Update............................................................................. 40 4.5.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 1. Axiom Repeater 1.1 Introduction Four technologies in one body: Axiom is an over-the-air repeater system that can incorporate up to 4 technologies in one body. Current supported technologies are LTE, Cellular, PCS and AWS band. 1.1.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 2. Warnings and Hazards WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK Opening the Axiom could result in electric shock and may cause severe injury. WARNING! EXPOSURE TO RF Working with the repeater while in operation, may expose the technician to RF electromagnetic fields that exceed FCC rules for human exposure. Visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety to learn more about the effects of exposure to RF electromagnetic fields.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 WARRANTY Opening or tampering the Axiom will void all warranties. Lithium Battery: CAUTION. RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS. Ethernet Instructions: This equipment is for indoor use only. All cabling should be limited to inside the building.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3. Axiom Overview 3.1 Switches & Fault Indicators 3.1.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.1.2 RFU LEDs Axiom has LEDs on the front panel of the repeater as shown below in Figure 2.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.2 Switches and Ports 3.2.1 Power Switch The AC Power on/off switch is located at the back panel of repeater. The switch should be powered on after the repeater has been installed properly. Figure 3: Axiom Repeater Power Switch View 3.2.2 Back Up Battery Switch & Battery Port Figure 4: Battery Switch & Battery Port The Battery Switch can be used to provide power to the optional External Backup Battery.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.2.3 External Modem and Ethernet Port Figure 5: External Modem and Ethernet Port 3.2.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.3 Modular concept 3.3.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.4 Power supply architecture Figure 13: Power supply architecture 3.5 Installation 3.5.1 Procedure Eight mounting holes are located on 4 corners of repeater to attach it to the 19” rack. The repeater must be securely attached to a rack mount system that can sufficiently carry the weight of the Axiom. The following steps should be followed while mounting the repeater: Installation Procedure ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ Verify that the repeater and mounting hole are in good condition.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.5.2 Grounding A ground cable is included in the box. The ground cable should be connected to the Right side of Axiom before the repeater is turned on.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.5.3 Antenna Separation/Isolation Separation between the antennas is necessary to prevent oscillation. Oscillation occurs when the signal entering the system continually reenters, due to the lack of separation between the donor and server antennas. In other words, the signal is being fed back into the system. This creates a constant amplification of the same signal. As a result, the noise level rises above the signal level.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 3.5.4 Line of Sight The donor antenna which points towards the base station typically has a narrow beam antenna pattern. As a result, a slight deviation away from the direction of the BTS can lead to less than optimum results. In addition, obstacles between the repeater and the BTS may impair the repeater from obtaining any BTS signal. As a result, the repeater cannot transmit signal to the coverage area.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4. Axiom Web-GUI Setup The Web-GUI allows the user to communicate with the repeater either locally or remotely. To connect to the repeater locally, you will need a laptop with an Ethernet port and a RJ-45 crossover cable. To connect to the repeater remotely, you will need to have an active internet connection and the repeater must have either an internal modem or an Omnibox (ADRF Modem Box) connected to the repeater. 4.1 Repeater/PC Connection Using Web-GUI A.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.2 Status Tab Band: Displays the bands that are currently being utilized Power & Gain: Displays the Input, Gain, and Output for both Downlink and Uplink Alarm: Displays eight (8) alarms with three different status conditions (Normal, Soft Fail or Hard Fail). Message Board: Displays the 20 most recent events.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Installer Contact Info: Displays the installer’s name, phone and e-mail address Note: Once successfully logged in, the repeater model name and the site/cascade ID will be displayed on the top of all the windows (except for the Main Window). 4.2.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Main Gain Control Range Control Modules Downlink Gain - 25K 50~80 100K 60~90 Large 65~95 Uplink Gain - 50~80 60~90 65~95 LTE & CELL PCS & AWS LTE & CELL PCS & AWS - 15 ~ -14 25 ~ -4 38 ~ 8 20 ~ -9 30 ~ 0 43 ~ 13 15 ~ -14 25 ~ -4 25 ~ -4 20 ~ -9 30 ~ 0 30 ~ 0 10 ~ 0 10 ~ 0 10 ~ 0 Downlink AGC Level Uplink AGC Level Uplink Tracking Offset Note 0.5dB step, default: Minimum Level 0.5dB step, default: Minimum Level 0.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.3.1 Control: Axiom-xx-700 4.3.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.4 Install Tab Band Selection: Allows the user to select the band(s) they would like to utilize SNMP: Type in the assigned site/cascade ID and manager IP address. Default Site ID and Manager IP address are ADRF and 100.10.10.100, respectively. Location: Displays the physical address where the repeater is installed Auto Installation: Runs the automated installation routine that will run basic checks to ensure that the repeater can function in the environment 4.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.5 System The System tab allows the user to perform firmware updates, add/remove user accounts, and change the login credentials of the Administrator. 4.5.1 System: Firmware Update To perform a firmware update, click on the System tab and the following screen will show up.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.5.3 System: New Account The New account section allows the Administrator to create a new user account. Please note that the New account section is only available if you are logged into the system as the Administrator. To create a new user account click on the New account link and fill in the fields highlighted in yellow as shown below. 4.5.4 System: Administrator The Administrator section allows the Administrator to change their login credentials.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 4.6 Help If an internet connection is available, clicking on the Help Tab will redirect the user to our Technical Support page. 4.7 Logout Clicking the Logout button will log the current user off the system.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 5. Maintenance Guide for Axiom Repeater 5.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist a) Check for loose connections between the repeater and antennas. If connections are loose, make sure that all connections are tightly fastened properly. b) Cables and connectors are in good condition. c) Ensure that the repeater brackets are in good. condition and that the repeater is securely fastened 5.2 Preventive Measures for Optimal Operation 5.2.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 6. Warranty and Repair Policy 6.1 General Warranty The Axiom carries a Standard Warranty period of two (2) years unless indicated otherwise on the package or in the acknowledgment of the purchase order. 6.2 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.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Stability Cellular 150Hz PCS 300Hz AWS 300Hz DL ≤ 1:1.5 UL ≤ 1:1.5 Input VSWR ≤ 12.5% EVM Filter Roll-Off 700MHz 50dBc @±1MHz Cellular 30dBc @±0.5MHz, 50dBc @±1MHz PCS 50dBc @±1MHz AWS 50dBc @±1MHz Power Source 110V/220V AC Operating Temperature -5~50C Operating Humidity 5~90%RH Size Weight Power Consume 12.2" x 19" x 20" inches 130 lbs 60 W @ Per Band Max 250 W / Total Band Max 12.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Appendix C: Axiom Overview C.
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Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Power Supply It provides DC power to each module within the repeater. Controller It is responsible for monitoring the status of each module and controls the parameters. PCS Up / Down Converter Module The downlink RF signal that enters through the cavity filter is converted to IF frequency, which is later converted back to RF frequency through SAW filtering.
Axiom Repeater User Manual V0.3 Appendix D: Shutdown Retry Logic The function of the built-in shutdown routine is to protect the repeater from any further damage from a hard-fail that the system may be experiencing. Within 5 seconds of a hard-fail alarm being detected, the repeater will start the shutdown routine. The repeater will shut down by powering of the HPAs (high-powered amplifiers) for 30 seconds.
