EPOCH-S02-19002W USER MANUAL Version 1.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Version 1.2 (Modified April 1, 2008) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. 1996-2008. All rights reserved. Please send comments to: E-Mail: info@adrftech.com Phone: (323) 254-8131 Fax: (323) 254-4928 Address: Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. Attention: Technical Publications Department 2607 Colorado Blvd., Suite 100 Los Angeles, CA 90041 USA Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Installation Guide for Epoch-S02-1900 ...............................................................5 1.1 Environmental Requirements..........................................................................5 1.1.1 Antenna Separation/Isolation...........................................................5 1.1.2 Line of Sight.....................................................................................6 1.2 Warnings and Hazards ....
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 4.2 Common Installation Problems.....................................................................28 5 Warranty and Repair Policy .............................................................................30 5.1 General Warranty..........................................................................................30 5.2 Limitations of Warranty ................................................................................30 Appendix A: Specifications .
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 1. Installation Guide for Epoch-S02-19002W 1.1 Environmental Requirements 1.1.1 Antenna Separation/Isolation Separation between 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.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 1.1.2 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.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 1.2 Warnings and Hazards WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK Tampering with the modules within the Epoch-S02-19002W repeater exposes the user to electric shock and the risk of damaging the unit. DO NOT TAMPER with modules within the unit. Opening or tampering with any modules inside the Epoch-S021900 will void all warranties. WARNING! HIGH VOLTAGE In installing donor or server antennas, avoid close proximity to overhead power lines or high power components.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 WARNING! Operating the Epoch-S02-19002W with antennas in very close proximity facing each other could lead to severe damage to the repeater. FCC Part 15 Class A NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 1.3 Tools and Recommendations for Installation The following may be necessary (not required) for installation of the repeater: a. Crescent Wrench b. Philips Screw Driver c. Lift, Ladder, or Boom Truck d. Spectrum Analyzer e. Sweep Tester f. Signal Generator g. Pilot Scanner h. RF Power Meter i. Voltmeter j. Coaxial Cables k. Compass l. PC with an RS-232 serial port (with Epoch-S02 OMS V4.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Hard Disk: 10 MB (Free Space) Serial Port: 1 Port (RS-232) CD-ROM Drive Compatible Operating System: Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 (Preferred), XP 1.5.2 Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX Installation Installing the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX a. Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive. b. Click on “My Computer.” c. In the “My Computer” window, click on your CD-ROM drive (usually labeled D:). d. Double-click the file labeled “setup.exe.” e.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 1.6 Pre-Installation using Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX Prior to the Epoch-S02-1900 installation, ensure that: a. The correct COM port is selected. b. The donor and server antennas are in place. c. The TX and RX communication status LEDs are blinking. ** The TX and RX LEDs should blink every 1 second only in the Status Window. In the Status Window, a blinking green RX LED indicates that the PC is retrieving data from the repeater (Epoch-S02-1900).
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 # 1 - NMS Port # 4 - Server Antenna Port # 2 - Donor Antenna Port # 5 - Ground Port # 3 - AC Power Supply Figure 3 – Bottom Side of the Repeater 4. Connect the Power Source and Ground Wire Make sure that the power switch inside the repeater is turned off before connecting the power cable. Connect the power cable to the power source as shown in Figure 3 (# 3). Connect the ground wire (GNDSTD01) to the ground connector as shown in Figure 3 (# 5).
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 8. Turn On the Power for Epoch-S02-19002W Make sure that the donor and server antennas and the power cable are securely connected to the correct ports. Turn the power switch on, located inside the repeater. 9. Launch the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX Program Open the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX program. You will see the Status Window. ** For more detailed information on the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX, please refer to Section 2 on page 15. 10.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 11. Go to the Install Window Now with the blinking TX and RX status LEDs on the Status Window, go to the Install Window. You will see the following: Figure 4 - Installation Window of the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX 12. Select the Desired Band or Bands Select the desired band or bands by clicking the appropriate buttons. You can deselect the undesired band or bands by clicking the button again.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 13. Provide SNMP Information Type in the Site ID and the Manager IP address as given to you by the Wireless Provider. Once both the parameters are typed in, you must click “Set” for it to be executed. 14. Check the Modem Connection Verify that the Auto Connection box is checked and then click on “Connect.” 15. Click on Install After the first three steps, click on “Install.” This installation process will normally take less than 5 minutes.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 17. Lock the Epoch-S02-19002W Door Now you can lock the door using the key provided. CONGRATULATIONS!! The Epoch-S02-19002W Installation Process is Complete. 2 User Manual V1.2 using OMS V4.XX 2.1 Menu Structure 2.1.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 2.1.2 Status Window The Status Window is the monitoring window of the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX. This window enables the user to monitor the status and settings of the Epoch-S02-19002W. In other words, no parameters can be changed in the Status Window. To change parameters, you will need to go to the Control Window. Repeater Input Band Selection Message Board Indicates input Currently selected band(s) are highlighted.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 2.1.3 Control Menu 2.1.3.1 General Setting Window Figure 7 - General Setting Window of the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX AGC Mode AGC (Auto Gain Control) adjusts the variable gain of the repeater to ensure a constant specified output power of 33 dBm. The functionality of the AGC feature is assured under the condition that the input BTS signal is within the specified AGC range (-66 to -26 dBm) and that sufficient isolation exists between antennas (≥ 103 dB).
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Either or both HPAs can be turned off for troubleshooting purposes during an installation process. Uplink Tracking/Offset Modes 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.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 2.1.3.2 Alarm Setting Window Figure 8 - Alarm Setting Window of the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX Control Item Action Downlink Uplink Sets Low RSSI Alarm Level -120 ~ -30 dBm -120 ~ -30 dBm Sets Input Overload Level -90 ~ -20 dBm -90 ~ -20 dBm Downlink/Uplink RSSI Downlink/Uplink Input Overload Table 3 - Alarm Threshold Values RSSI The RSSI alarm is the minimum RSSI value that the Epoch-S02-19002W requires to ensure optimal coverage.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Heartbeat Heartbeat is a periodic message sent out to Wireless Provider’s NOC only if the repeater has a wireless modem connected to it. 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-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Band Select the desired band or bands by clicking the appropriate buttons. You can deselect the undesired band or bands by clicking the button again. You can select among a total of 15 band combinations; A, B, C, D, E, F, AD, AE, AF, BD, BE, BF, CD, CE and EF. Neither two 5 MHz bands nor two 15 MHz bands can be selected at any given time. ** If a wireless modem is not connected to the repeater, simply select the desired operating band(s) and click on “Install.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 2.1.5 System Information The Info. Window displays the Model Number, Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Manufacturing Date of the Epoch-S02-19002W repeater. Contact information is included along with a link to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.’s URL. Figure10 - Info. Window of the Epoch-S02-19002W OMS V4.XX 2.2 Using the Epoch-S022W OMS V4.XX 2.2.1 Changing Parameters In changing the parameters of the repeater via use of the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Control Menu General Setting Alarm Setting Reboot Periodic Time Factory Setting RSSI* Input Overload* Manual Gain Control* AGC Level Control* Uplink Tracking Offset Figure 11 - Variable Parameters in the Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX 2.3 Alarms All the various alarms that are supported by Epoch-S02-19002W can be viewed by clicking the “Alarm” button on the Status Window. If a soft fail alarm should occur, the alarm of concern would be highlighted in yellow.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 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 next two occurrences sense a hard fail, the control board will shutdown the HPA for 20 minutes (total of three consecutive hard fails). After 20 minutes, the HPA will automatically come back alive and the control board will check if the Hard Fail alarm has cleared.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 The example below distinguishes the difference between an over power soft failure and an over power hard failure: The threshold value for the downlink over power parameter is set to 35.0 dBm (factory set value), a Hard Fail alarm would occur if the downlink over power value was greater than 35.0 dBm (33 dBm is the maximum composite power allowable). Similarly, a Soft Fail alarm would occur if the downlink over power value was greater than 34.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 3 Maintenance Guide for Epoch-S02-19002W 3.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist a. Ensure that the door is closed and locked before inspection. b. Check for loose connections to the repeater and antennas. If connections are loose, make sure that all connections are tightly fastened properly. c. Cables and connectors are in good condition. d. Open the repeater door to check that the repeater is turned on. e.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 4 Troubleshooting 4.1 Epoch-S02 OMS V4.XX Scenarios Tx Rx Explanation The COM port can not send or receive data. Check the COM RED RED port connection to the computer and the repeater. Ensure that the repeater is turned on and that the connection to the repeater is secure. Blinking GREEN The repeater is not receiving any commands from the OMS RED software. Ensure that the repeater is tuned on and check for proper COM port connection.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 not, install the version of the OMS software from the CD provided. Option 3: Reposition or rotate the donor antenna around until a stronger signal is received. Low Isolation or Increase the separation between the donor and server Oscillation antennas by moving the antennas around or by rotating them. Downlink/Uplink Check the cabling because RF signals maybe leaking and also VSWR Alarm verify that the connectors are tightly secured.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 5 Warranty and Repair Policy 5.1 General Warranty The Epoch-S02-19002W 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.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 number has not been issued, will be returned to you at your expense. Authorized returns are to be shipped prepaid and insured to the address on the RMA in an approved shipping container. You will be given our courier information. It is suggested that the original box and packaging materials should be kept if an occasion arises where a defective product needs to be shipped back to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 Appendix A: Specifications A.1 Repeater Specifications ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS COMMENTS Frequency FL 1930 to 1990 MHz Protocols: Range RL 1850 to 1910 MHz TDMA, CDMA & GSM 5 MHz, 15 MHz, or 20 MHz A, D, B, E, F, C, AD, AE, AF, Sub Band Filtering DB, DC, BE, BF, EC or FC Operating Frequency Programmable Frequency Error ≤ +/- 0.
Epoch-S02-19002W RF Repeater User Manual V1.3 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS COMMENTS Cabinet Size 15.75 x 17.72 x 8.
