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Hardware Installation Guide Contents Contents About this Guide ................................................................................................ xiii 1. Overview ................................................................................................. 1-1 1.1. System Architecture........................................................................... 1-3 1.2. Base Station Site ............................................................................... 1-3 1.2.1.
Contents Hardware Installation Guide 3. Package Contents................................................................................... 3-1 4. Required Tools ....................................................................................... 4-1 5. Radio Site Planning ................................................................................ 5-1 5.1. Minimal Radio Path Obstructions....................................................... 5-2 5.2. Fresnel Zone Clearance ...................
Hardware Installation Guide Contents 6.2.3. LED Indicators..................................................................... 6-6 6.2.3.1. BSR's LEDs .......................................................... 6-6 6.2.3.2. 100Base-T LEDs................................................... 6-6 6.2.3.3. Status LEDs.......................................................... 6-7 6.3. GPS................................................................................................... 6-8 6.3.1.
Contents 10. Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Third-Party External Antennas ........................................ 10-1 10.1. Connecting Radio Antennas to BSR .............................................. 10-1 10.2. Connecting GPS Antenna to BSDU ............................................... 10-4 10.2.1. Mounting the GPS ........................................................... 10-4 10.2.2. Connecting the GPS........................................................ 10-5 11. Power Cabling...
Hardware Installation Guide Contents 12.3. RSS LED Adapter........................................................................ 12-13 12.3.1. Physical Dimensions ..................................................... 12-13 12.3.2. Ports.............................................................................. 12-14 12.3.3. LEDs ............................................................................. 12-15 13. Mounting the Devices.................................................................
Contents Hardware Installation Guide Part III: CPE Installation -- Indoor Data Radio (IDR) 19. Basic Design ......................................................................................... 19-1 19.1. Models ........................................................................................... 19-1 19.2. Physical Dimensions...................................................................... 19-2 19.3. Ports ...................................................................................
Hardware Installation Guide Contents A. Glossary ..................................................................................................A-1 B. Installing the BSPS.................................................................................B-1 C. Cable Crimping .......................................................................................C-1 D. RSS Led Plug Cabling for SPR with DB9 Port ......................................D-1 E.
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About this Guide This section discusses the purpose, targeted audience, references, organization, conventions, and technical support. Purpose The purpose of this guide is to provide information required to install the ASWipLL system hardware devices.
Error! Style not defined. Hardware Installation Guide WipManage User's Guide: Airspan recommends that you refer to this guide as a reference for using the WipManage program for configuring and managing the ASWipLL devices. ASWipLL Commissioning Manual: Airspan recommends that you refer to this guide for descriptions on configuring and managing the ASWipLL devices.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w Part 2, "CPE Installation - SPR": includes the following chapters concerned with installing an SPR (interfacing with subscriber's network through an SDA) at the subscriber's premises: Chapter 12, "Basic Design of Devices" Chapter 13, "Mounting the Devices" Chapter 14, "Network Cabling" Chapter 15, "Serial Cabling" Chapter 16, "Connecting Third-Party External Antennas" Chapter 17, "Antenna Alignment using RSS LED Adapter" Chapter 18, "
Error! Style not defined. Hardware Installation Guide Appendix D, "RSS Led Plug Cabling for SPR with DB9 Port": describes connector pinouts for SPR-to-RSS LED Adapter cabling when the old SPR model that provides a 9-pin D-type port is used. Appendix E, "RJ-45 to DB15 Adapter for IDU/ODU Connectivity": describes the use of an optional RJ-45 to DB15 adapter for connecting the outdoor radio to the indoor hub/switch.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w Customer Service For service and support for your ASWipLL system, contact your regional Airspan representative or Airspan's Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at: Web site (Support Request Form): http://www.airspan.com/Ultra/ContactForm/airspansupportform.asp Americas: (+1) 561 893 8679 International: (+44) 1895 467467 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
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1 Overview Airspan's ASWipLL system provides a low-cost, high-performance point-tomultipoint frequency hopping- and IP-based broadband wireless access (BWA) solution. ASWipLL provides wireless local-loop (last-mile) connectivity designed to deliver high-speed data, Voice over IP (VoIP), and multimedia services to residential, SOHO, and small to medium enterprises.
O ve r v i e w Hardware Installation Guide protocol technology, which recognizes transmission type and allocates bandwidth, is highly efficient—80% throughput (i.e. 80% of 4 Mbps produces 3.2 Mbps net capacity)—allowing multiple concurrent subscribers to utilize bandwidth over only a 1.33-MHz channel. ASWipLL enables interconnection with the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) by using an IP-to-PSTN gateway.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w 1.1. System Architecture The ASWipLL system offers modular Base Station architecture and highperformance subscriber equipment. The ASWipLL system architecture is composed of the following: Base Station site: consists of ASWipLL access units that interface between the provider's backbone and the ASWipLL subscriber sites. Subscriber site: consists of ASWipLL customer premises equipment (CPE) that interfaces between the Base Station and the subscriber's network.
O ve r v i e w Hardware Installation Guide 1.2.1. Base Station Radio (BSR) The BSR is an outdoor radio that is mounted outside on a pole or wall. The BSR provides a wireless link with subscribers and interfaces with the provider's backbone. Each BSR can serve up to 251 subscribers in a sector. The BSR is available in various models.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w addition, up to four BSDUs can be daisy-chained to support a maximum of 24 BSRs. Therefore, a Base Station at maximum configuration can serve up to 6,096 subscribers. Note: At a Base Station consisting of a single BSR, the BSR typically interfaces with the provider's backbone through an SDA instead of a BSDU. (See Section 1.3.1, "Outdoor Radio with Indoor Switch/Hub"). 1.2.4.
O ve r v i e w Hardware Installation Guide 1.3. Subscriber Site The ASWipLL customer premises equipment (CPE) are located at the subscriber's premises. The ASWipLL subscriber site consists of a radio transceiver that receives and transmits signals from and to the Base Station. The radio provides the subscriber with high-speed data access, Internet access, and VoIP at up to 4 Mbps.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w The SPR is available in various models. These models differ mainly by: Antenna design (providing integral flat-panel antennas, or N-type ports for attaching third-party external antennas) Antenna gain Frequency band in which they are configured to operate 1.3.1.2.
O ve r v i e w Hardware Installation Guide SDA-4S: integrated LAN switch, providing four 10/100BaseT interfaces with the subscriber's PCs/network. The ports of the SDA-4S models support Auto Negotiation, allowing automatic configuration for the highest possible speed link: 10BaseT or 100BaseT, and Full Duplex or Half Duplex mode. In other words, the speed of the connected device (e.g. a PC) determines the speed at which packets are transmitted through the SDA-4S port.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w SDA-4S/1H3L: provides a high-priority port (left-most port) for VoIP traffic. SDA-4S/VL/1H3L: combines the functionality of the SDA-4S/VL and SDA-4S/1H3L models (i.e. VLAN for each port and a high-priority port for VoIP). SDA-E1: integrated TDMoP fE1/Ethernet converter with standard SDA features. The figure below displays a typical subscriber site setup implementing an SPR and SDA.
O ve r v i e w Hardware Installation Guide 1.3.2. Indoor Radio Only The indoor radio unit configuration consists solely of the ASWipLL Indoor Data Radio (IDR). The IDR combines the functionality of the SPR and SDA, functioning both as a transceiver and a hub. The IDR provides one 10BaseT Ethernet interface with the subscriber's network. The IDR receives its power from a separate power supply adapter (AC/DC or DC/DC power adapter). The IDR is available in various models.
Hardware Installation Guide O ve r v i e w Figure 1-3: Subscriber site with IDR (optional third-party external antenna and RGW) 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
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Safety Guidelines 2 This chapter outlines safety guidelines that must be adhered to when installing the ASWipLL system. 2.1. General Warning: The user and the installer should be aware that changes and modifications not expressly approved by Airspan Networks could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Warning: Never install equipment that is damaged. Warning: Only qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, and service the ASWipLL equipment.
Safety Guidelines Hardware Installation Guide 2.2. ASWipLL Radios and Third-Party External Antennas Warning: Do not connect and disconnect antennas while the power is on. This can cause irreversible damage to the device. Warning: The digital portion of the transceiver has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Hardware Installation Guide Safety Guidelines Warning: For unlicensed bands, it is the responsibility of the person installing the ASWipLL system to ensure that when using the outdoor antenna kits in the United States (or where FCC rules apply), that only those antennas certified with the product are used. The use of any antenna other than those certified with the product is expressly forbidden in accordance with FCC rules CFR47 part 15.204.
Safety Guidelines Hardware Installation Guide Warning: To avoid RF interference between BSRs, ensure a minimum 1-meter horizontal separation between co-located BSRs. Warning: To avoid RF interference between BSRs operating in the 700 MHz where four BSRs are installed at a Base Station, in addition to 1-meter horizontal separation, a minimum 1-meter vertical separation must be provided between the two pairs of BSR antennas: one pair operating in the lower frequencies (i.e. 711.5 and 714.
Hardware Installation Guide Safety Guidelines 2.3. Electrical Safety Guidelines Warning: Connect power only after all network and antenna cable connections are performed. Powering the device before connecting, for example, the external antenna, can lead to irreversible device damage. Warning: To prevent short-circuiting and electrical shocks, cables with exposed ends (i.e. not yet crimped) should be covered with protective polythene bags during external cable installation processes. 2.3.1.
Safety Guidelines Hardware Installation Guide 2.3.2. Grounding Only certain ASWipLL devices require additional grounding. ASWipLL devices that do not require additional grounding provide grounding at the main electrical outlet. The following table lists the ASWipLL devices' grounding requirements. Table 2-1: ASWipLL grounding requirements Site Base Station CPE ASWipLL device Grounding BSR/PPR Through the mains (via BSDU), i.e.
Hardware Installation Guide Safety Guidelines However, in geographical areas that have above normal lightning activity, Airspan can supply an optional DC surge protector adapter (see Part II, Chapter 18, "Power Cabling"). 2.4. Cabling Warning: Cables with exposed ends (i.e. not yet crimped) should be covered with protective polythene bags during external cable installation processes. Warning: Disturbance of cables on an In-Service exchange can cause loss of service.
Safety Guidelines Hardware Installation Guide Data cables of less than 20 pairs shall be mixed in bundles not exceeding 50 mm in diameter. Ensure cables are not trapped in cabinet doors, by slide-in equipment or support metalwork. Excessive stress on cable terminations caused by taught cables should be avoided. Connector strain relief, if not built into the connector used, shall be provided by means of a strategically located cable tie.
Hardware Installation Guide Safety Guidelines 2.4.2. Labeling The following labels are required to be fitted to ASWipLL equipment: Voltage Warning High Earth Leakage Current Signal Cable Designation 2.4.2.1. Voltage Warning Warning: Voltages over 30 Volts AC and 50 Volts DC are categorized as hazardous. Hazard warning labels should be fitted where required. Certain countries require equipment warning and instruction labels to appear in the local language.
Safety Guidelines Hardware Installation Guide 2.4.2.2. High Earth Leakage Current If equipment earth leakage current exceeds 3.5 mA, a warning label as shown in Figure 2-1 must be fitted to the rear of the main power rack alongside the AC inlet terminal block. WARNING HIGH LEAKAGE CURRENT Earth connection essential Before connecting supply Figure 2-1: Warning label if earth leakage current exceeds 3.5 mA 2.4.2.3.
Package Contents 3 Warning: Examine the ASWipLL shipping container. If you notice any damage, or missing items as listed in the Packing List, immediately notify the carrier that delivered the unit and contact an Airspan representative. 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
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Required Tools 4 The following tools are required for installing the ASWipLL system: Crimping tools (CAT-5 cables for 15-Pin D-type, N-type connectors, and for GPS connectors) Cable stripping tool Philips-head screwdriver Flat-blade screwdriver Torque wrench for N-type connectors 10-, 13-, and 17-mm A/F open ended spanner 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
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Radio Site Planning 5 Proper site selection and planning before installing your ASWipLL devices will ensure a successful deployment of your ASWipLL system. Site planning includes the following main considerations: Minimum obstructions (e.g. buildings) in the radio path between Base Station radio (i.e. BSR) and subscriber radios (i.e. SPR/IDR). Mount radios as high as possible to avoid obstructions in the wireless path.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide 5.1. Minimal Radio Path Obstructions ASWipLL radios communicate by propagation of waves. Thus, ensure minimum obstructions (from, e.g. buildings and trees) in the radio path between Base Station radio (i.e. BSR) and subscriber radios (i.e. SPR/IDR). It is essential that the ASWipLL radios or antennas be installed in such a way that their radio paths have a clear path with each other. 5.2.
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning Fresnel Zones define the amount of clearance required from obstacles. These zones are composed of concentric ellipsoid areas surrounding the straight-line path between two antennas. Thus, the zone affects objects to the side of the path and those directly in the path.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide 5.3. Multipath Fading Some of the transmitted signals may be reflected from a nearby building, by water under the signal path, or from any other reflectors. This reflected ("bounced") signal can then be received by the radio receiving the signal and superimposed on the main received signal, thereby degrading the signal strength.
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning Prior to performing this test, you need to mount the radio/antenna in the desired installation spot. In general, you will be looking for frequencies with signal strengths of –85 dBm or greater. For using Airspan's spectrum analyzer tool, refer to the WipConfig User's Guide. For evaluating link quality using the Spectrum Analyzer, see Appendix G, "Evaluating Link Quality". 5.5.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide Note: Free space propagation loss is valid only when the first Fresnel Zone is clear. Receive (dBm): Rx antenna gain (dBi) - cable loss (dB) The formula to calculate receive signal strength: RSS = Tx EIRP – Path Loss + Receive (i.e. Tx gain – Tx cable loss) The RSS value must be greater than radio's receiver sensitivity for communication link to succeed. Example: Given: frequency is 2.
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning Notes: 1) ASWipLL radios can operate in 2-, 4-, and 8-level FSK with signal strengths (i.e. receiver sensitivity) greater than -90, -83, and -75 dBm, respectively. 2) As the number of CPEs operating in low modulations (i.e. 2 and 4 FSK) increases, a decrease in cell bandwidth efficiency is expected. Therefore, to enable the highest bandwidth efficiency, it's recommended to ensure (e.g. by RF planning) that all CPEs operate in the highest modulation (i.e.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide To Calculate Minimum Received Signal Strength Transmit Propagation Transmit output power dBm Cable loss (negative value) dB Antenna gain dBi Free space loss (negative value) dB Distance 32.
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning 5.7. Radio Antenna Alignment Once the subscriber unit (i.e. SPR/IDR) is installed and aimed in the general direction of the BSR, it is recommended to measure the received signal strength (RSS) to determine the signal strength received from the BSR, and to precisely align the SPR/IDR for maximum signal strength. You need to orientate (up/down, left/right) the SPR/IDR until the maximum RSSI levels are achieved, and then secure the SPR/IDR.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide Airspan offers various tools for measuring RSS (check with your Airspan representative regarding cost and supply): SPR: RSS LED adapter (see Part II, Chapter 17, "Antenna Alignment using RSS LED Adapter") WipConfig program (see Appendix G, "Evaluating Link Quality") IDR: built-in RSSI LEDs (see Part III, Chapter 24, " Antenna Alignment Using RSS LEDs") 5.8.
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning 5.9. Considerations when Using External Antennas Notes: 1) To avoid unnecessary RF cable loss, use short-length cables and with low attenuation. 2) Antennas should have a VSWR of less than 1:1.5. 3) Ensure BSR and SPR/IDR use the same antenna polarity (i.e. vertical or horizontal). 4) When using an omni-directional antenna, choose a type providing a wide vertical beam width (of at least 8°) to allow connection of closer CPEs. 5) Antenna must be DC grounded.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide Table 5-1: Examples of cable loss per cable length Note: Airspan does not supply external antenna cables. It is the responsibility of the installer to provide the cable and ensure the cable characteristics (e.g. length and cable loss) enables adherence to EIRP regulations (e.g. FCC) of the country or area in which the ASWipLL system is operating. 5-12 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning 5.9.2. Omni-Directional Antennas In some scenarios, where capacity demand is relatively low, external omnidirectional antenna use at the Base Station may seem attractive. However, it is recommended to avoid using omni-directional antennas (if possible), due to the following disadvantages that these antennas pose compared to directional antennas: Higher sensitivity to external interferences.
Radio Site Planning Hardware Installation Guide 5.9.4. Operating in Band-C for FCC Markets Some operators (e.g. in the USA) have licenses for Band-C (710 to 716 MHz and 740 to 746 MHz). ASWipLL 700 provides an external antenna, allowing coverage in the entire 700 MHz band (698 to 746 MHz), including the licensed A and B bands used in USA. A maximum of four BSRs operating in Band-C are allowed at a Base Station (in accordance with FCC regulations).
Hardware Installation Guide Radio Site Planning 5.9.5. Dual Antenna Receive Diversity For specific BSR models (refer to the ASWipLL System Description book), two antennas (integrated or external) are provided for antenna receive diversity at the ASWipLL Base Station. This allows the BSR to select the antenna providing the best RF reception to receive the signal.
Part I Base Station Installation Part I describes the procedures for installing the ASWipLL devices located at the Base Station, and includes the following chapters: Chapter 6, “Basic Design of Devices” Chapter 7, “Mounting the Devices” Chapter 8, “Network Cabling” Chapter 9, “Serial Cabling” Chapter 10, “Connecting Third-Party External Antennas” Chapter 11, “Power Cabling” 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
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6 Basic Design of Devices This chapter describes the basic design of the ASWipLL devices that can be installed at a Base Station: BSR BSDU GPS BSPS 6.1. BSR The BSR is an encased outdoor radio providing access to the BSR's communication ports on its front panel. The BSR's bottom panel provides holes for mounting. 6.1.1.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide Notes: 1) BSR device with an N-type port(s) for attaching a third-party external antenna(s) do not provide a built-in antenna. 2) The BSR installation procedures described in this guide apply to all BSR models, except the procedures for attaching third-party external antennas (which apply only to BSR models providing N-type ports). 6.1.2. Physical Dimensions The BSR's physical dimensions are described in the table below.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices Note: BSR models that use third-party external antennas provide an N-type female receptacle for attaching an external antenna. In addition, specific BSR models (refer to the ASWipLL System Description book) provide two N-type receptacles for dual antenna receive diversity. The table below describes the BSR ports.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 6.2.2. Ports The BSDU provides ports on the front and rear panels, as displayed below. Power receptacle BSPS power management port Status LEDs 100Base-T LEDs BSR's LEDs 100BaseT ports 10BaseT ports Synchronization ports Serial port Figure 6-2: BSDU front panel 15-pin D-type ports for BSRs 15-pin D-type for GPS Grounding lug Figure 6-3: BSDU rear panel The table below describes the BSDU's ports on the front and rear panels.
Hardware Installation Guide Panel Label Basic Design of Devices Port Interface to BSRs connected to BSDU (port #1) Rear Management 9-pin D-type male Base Station Power System (BSPS) remote management interface using WipManage 48 VDC Power receptacle Connecting DC power supply from, e.g.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 6.2.3. LED Indicators The BSDU provides various LED indicators located on the BSDU's front panel (see Figure 6-2). These LEDs are grouped under the following labels: BSR's 100Base-T Status 6.2.3.1. BSR's LEDs The BSR's LED indicators provide three LEDs for each of the six BSR ports. These LEDs are described in Table 6-5.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices Table 6-6: 100Base-T LED Description LED Color Rx Yellow Link Yellow 10/100 Yellow Status Meaning On Data is received through the 100Base-T port Off No data is received through the 100Base-T port On Viable physical link between the 100Base-T port and the external device to which this port connects Off No physical link between the 100Base-T port and the external device to which this port connects On Power is supplied to the 100Base-T p
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 6.3. GPS The third-party GPS antenna is a rugged, self-contained GPS receiver and antenna. The GPS connects to the BSDU, providing satellite clock signals for synchronizing between multiple BSDUs and between multiple Base Stations that implement frequency hopping for wireless communication. 6.3.1. Physical Dimensions The GPS physical dimensions are described in the following table. Table 6-8: GPS physical dimensions Parameter Description Diameter 4.
Mounting the Devices 7 8 This chapter describes the mounting procedures for the following devices: BSR BSDU BSPS 7.1. Pole Mounting BSR The BSR is typically mounted outside on a pole, but it can also be mounted outside on a wall. Pole mounting allows the BSR to be easily adjusted in the horizontal (azimuth) and vertical (elevation) planes for antenna alignment. Warning: The BSR device is an outdoor radio unit, and therefore, must only be mounted outside.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide Mounting holes Figure 7-1: Mounting holes on BSR bottom panel To prevent radio interference, each BSR requires a minimum of 1-metre horizontal separation between adjacent BSRs (see Figure 7-2). 1 Metre min.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices A summary of the BSR pole-mounting procedure is displayed below. Locking Holes BSR mounting Bracket Clamping Bracket Pivot Hole ‘U’ Bolt Figure 7-3: Attaching BSR pole-mounting brackets To pole mount the BSR: 1. Attach the mounting bracket to the BSR: a.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide b. Slide an M10-flat washer and M10-spring lock washer onto an M10-hex head screw (ensure spring lock washer is closest to the bolt's head). From the external side, insert the M10-hex head screw through the mounting bracket and BSR's mounting holes. Fasten the M10-hex head screw (one is provided with a built-in nut while the other requires you to insert an M10-hex nut into the BSR's mounting hole).
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices b. Choose an elevation hole on the mounting bracket and then align it with the corresponding hole on the clamping bracket. Slide an M6-spring lock washer onto an M6-hex head screw, and then from the external side of the mounting bracket, insert the M6-hex head screw through the elevation hole on the mounting bracket and into the clamping bracket's corresponding hole. Fasten but not tightly the M6-hex head screw (the clamping bracket provides built-in nut).
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide Pole Fastened by screws and washers U-bolt U-bolt Figure 7-6: Attaching BSR to pole using U-bolts 4. Perform final BSR orientation: a. Adjust the vertical position of the BSR by choosing a final elevation hole as described in Step 2. Lock the BSR at the desired position by inserting the locking bolt in the desired position and fastening it tightly. Fasten tightly the bolt in the pivot hole.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices Figure 7-7: BSR orientation in vertical (top figure) and horizontal plane (lower figure) Note: A thread-locking compound is to be used to prevent the bolts working loose. The figure below displays the possible angles of elevation. As shown, the BSR polemounting bracket allows elevation between -18.5° and 26.3°. Figure 7-8: Orientating BSR in the elevation plane (side view of BSR) 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide Note: It is important to provide strain relief and drip loop for Cat-5 cables. Create a drip loop and strain relief using cable tie, to tie cable to pole, as displayed in the figure below. Drip loop and strain relief Cable tie Figure 7-9: Pole-mounted BSR with cable drip loop and strain relief 7-8 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices 7.2. Rack Mounting BSDU The BSDU is designed for mounting in a standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) equipment rack or telco rack with 1-rack unit (1-U) of vertical rack space. The sides of the BSDU chassis provide integrated front-rail mounting brackets. Therefore, all that is required for mounting the BSDU is to attach the BSDU front-rail mounting brackets to the rack's mounting rails using the supplied four M5-mounting screws and plastic cup washers.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide Figure 7-10: BSDU rack mounting Note: When mounting multiple BSDUs in a cabinet, vertical spacing (above and below) is required for feeding cables to the rear. 1U-chassis Space for cable management Figure 7-11: BSDU and vertical space for cables 7.3. Mounting BSPS (Optional) The BSPS is supplied pre-mounted in a standard 19" x 11U rack, providing available space for additional equipment (i.e. BSDUs, which require 1U each).
10 Connecting ThirdThird - Party External Antennas This chapter describes the procedures for connecting third-party external radio and Global Positioning System (GPS) antennas to the BSR and BSDU, respectively. The implementation of these antennas depends on the BSR model (with respect to radio antennas) and the need for synchronization of the ASWipLL system (with respect to GPS antennas). 10.1.
Connecting Third-Party External Antennas Hardware Installation Guide If you are using only one antenna, connect the antenna to the N-type port labeled Primary. If you are using two antennas, connect the secondary antenna to the N-type port labeled Secondary. Warnings: 1) Before connecting the external antenna, ensure that the BSR is not connected to the power source.
Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Third-Party External Antennas To connect the BSR to a third-party external antenna: Connect the third-party N-type male connector, at the end of the RF cable, to the N-type port located on the BSR's front panel, as displayed in Figure 10-1. Figure 10-1: Attaching third-party external antenna Notes: 1) For crimping RF coaxial cables to N-type connectors, see Appendix C, "Cable Crimping".
Connecting Third-Party External Antennas Hardware Installation Guide 10.2. Connecting GPS Antenna to BSDU The following subsections describe connecting the GPS to a BSDU. Note: A GPS is required for synchronizing between multiple Base Stations that implement frequency hopping for wireless communication. 10.2.1.
Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Third-Party External Antennas 10.2.2. Connecting the GPS The GPS antenna connects to the BSDU's 15-pin D-type port, labeled GPS, located on the BSDU's rear panel, as shown below. 15-pin D-type port for GPS Figure 10-2: BSDU rear panel showing GPS port Warning: To avoid electrical or fire hazard, ensure that the connection to the GPS is made prior to connecting the BSDU to the power supply.
Connecting Third-Party External Antennas Hardware Installation Guide Connector pinouts: The GPS connector receptacle contains 12 male contacts, as displayed in Figure 10-3. Figure 10-3: GPS connector pinouts The connector pinouts for the GPS-to-BSDU cabling are described in the table below.
Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Third-Party External Antennas To connect the GPS antenna to the BSDU (see Figure 10-4): 1. Connect the 12-pin female connector, at one end of the cable, to the 12-pin receptacle located on the underside of the GPS. 2. Connect the 15-pin D-type male connector, at the other end of the cable, to the 15-pin D-type port labeled GPS located on the rear panel of the BSDU. Figure 10-4: GPS-to-BSDU cable connections 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Connecting Third-Party External Antennas Hardware Installation Guide Notes: 1) When installing the cable, secure the cable to the mounting pole or bracket with a cable tie to hold the weight of the cable (i.e. cable strain relief). 2) A loop should be left in the dressed cable for maintenance purposes and to prevent the cable weight being taken directly on the connector itself. 3) Ensure that the connector is waterproof. 10-8 Airspan Networks Inc.
12 Basic Design of Devi Devices ces This chapter describes the basic design of the ASWipLL devices installed at a subscriber site when an SPR is implemented: SPR SDA RSS LED Adapter 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 12.1. SPR The SPR is an encased outdoor radio providing access to the SPR's communication ports on its front panel. The SPR's bottom panel provides holes for mounting. 12.1.1. Models The SPR is available in the following basic physical designs: SPR with built-in antenna: SPR with an N-type port for attaching a third-party external antenna.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices 12.1.3. Ports The SPR provides a communication port (15-pin D-type) on the front panel (see figure below). 15-pin D-type port Figure 12-1: SPR (with built-in antennal) Notes: 1) SPR models without built-in antennas provide an N-type port for connecting a third-party external antenna. 2) Previous SPR models provide a 9-pin D-type port for serial interface. 12.2. SDA The SDA is an encased device that interfaces with the SPR. 12.2.1.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide SDA-4S, SDA-4H, SDA-1, SDA-1/DC 200 mm (7.87 inches) x 150 mm (5.9 inches) x 40 mm (1.57 inches) 0.53 kg SDA-1 Type II 72 x 42.5 x 26 mm (2.83 x 1.67 x 1.02 inches) 0.159 kg 12.2.2. Ports The SDA provides access to communication ports on the front panel. The type and number of subscriber network ports depend on the SDA model, as described in the following table.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices Power port 15-pin D-type 10/100BaseT ports Figure 12-2: Ports of SDA-4S models 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 12.2.2.2. SDA-4H The SDA-4H model and ports are shown in the figure below: Power port 15-pin D-type RJ-45 (J5) crossover RJ-45 (J4) RJ-45 (J3) RJ-45 (J2) Figure 12-3: Ports of SDA-4H models 12-6 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices 12.2.2.3. SDA-1 The SDA-1 model and ports are shown in the figure below: Power port RJ-45 (10BaseT) port 15-pin D-type port Figure 12-4: Ports of SDA-1 model 12.2.2.4. SDA-1/DC The SDA-1/DC model and ports are shown in the figure below: 15-pin D-type port DC Anderson Powerpole receptacles RJ-45 port Figure 12-5: SDA-1/DC model 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 12.2.2.5. SDA-1 Type II The SDA-1 Type II model and ports are shown in the figure below: Figure 12-6: Ports and LED of SDA-1 Type II model 12.2.3. LED Indicators The SDA models provide various LED indicators. These LEDs are located on the top panel of the SDA module. 12.2.3.1. SDA-4S The figure below displays the location of the SDA-4S LED indicators. 12-8 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices Ethernet LEDs Uplink (SPR to BSR) LED Power LED Figure 12-7: SDA-4S LED indicators 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide The table below describes the SDA-4S LED indicators.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices 12.2.3.2. SDA-4H The figure below displays the location of the SDA-4H LED indicators. Power LED Crossover Ethernet LED (port 5) Uplink (SPR to BSR) LED Ethernet straight-through LEDs (ports 2, 3, and 4) Figure 12-8: SDA-4H LED indicators 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide The table below describes the SDA-4H LED indicators.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices 12.3. RSS LED Adapter The RSS LED adapter is an optional ASWipLL unit that measures received signal strength at the SPR. 12.3.1. Physical Dimensions The following table lists the RSS LED Plug adapter dimensions: Table 12-7: RSS LED adapter dimensions Parameter 02030311-10 Dimensions Height 123 mm (4.84 inches) Width 68 mm (2.68 inches) Depth 30 mm (1.18 inches) Weight 85g Airspan Networks Inc.
Basic Design of Devices Hardware Installation Guide 12.3.2. Ports The RSS LED adapter provides two 15-pin D-type ports: male port for connecting to the SPR side; female port for connecting to the SDA side. 15-pin D-type male (connects to SPR side) RSSI LED 8 RSSI LED 1 Power LED 15-pin D-type female (connects to SDA side) Figure 12-9: RSS LED adapter 12-14 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Basic Design of Devices 12.3.3. LEDs The table below describes the LEDs on the RSS LED adapter.
13 Mounting the Devices This chapter describes the procedures for mounting the following devices: SPR SDA 13.1. Wall Mounting the SPR The SPR is mounted outside on an exterior wall. However, the SPR can also be pole-mounted. Warning: The SPR device is an outdoor radio unit, and therefore, must only be mounted outside. Warning: Mount outdoor radios so that their front panel ports face down to prevent water from settling on the ports.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide The SPR is mounted using the mounting holes located on the SPR's bottom panel (see figure below), and the wall-mounting brackets (provided). Mounting holes Figure 13-1: SPR bottom panel providing holes for mounting A minimum of 3-meter separation is required between mounted SPRs and existing customer radio equipment when not transmitting on the same sector (see Figure 13-2). 3.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices A 1-meter separation is required between SPRs when on the same sector and transmitting to the same BSR without requiring shielding (see Figure 13-3). 1.0 metre Figure 13-3: SPR separation when transmitting on the same sector to the same BSR SPR wall mounting is performed in two stages: Attaching the mounting bracket to the SPR's mounting holes. Attaching the mounting bracket (attached to the SPR) to the wall. To wall mount the SPR: 1.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide Figure 13-4: SPR mounting bracket dimensions for the four fixing holes 2. Drill holes for each hole that you marked in the step above. 3. Insert wall anchors (not supplied) into each of the drilled holes. 4. Align the mounting bracket's four holes with the wall anchors, and then insert a screw (not supplied) through the mounting bracket holes into each wall anchor, and tighten. 13-4 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices Note: Airspan does not provide screws for attaching the mounting bracket to the wall. The screw size depends on the structure of the building to which the bracket is to be attached. When selecting screw sizes, consideration must be given to the weight of the SPR and load that may be induced in windy conditions. Figure 13-5: Attaching mounting bracket to wall 5. Attach the SPR to the mounting bracket by performing the following: a.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide b. Align the mounting bracket's holes with the SPR's mounting holes as displayed below. (The mounting bracket side that provides a groove for inserting a nut must be aligned with the SPR's mounting hole that is nearest to the SPR's rear panel.) c. From the external sides, insert the M10-hex head screws through the mounting bracket's holes and SPR's mounting holes. Loosely fasten with the M10-hex nuts. Figure 13-6: Attaching SPR to mounting bracket 6.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices Rotation is restricted in the horizontal plane only. The permissible rotation is shown in Figure 13-7. Figure 13-7: Horizontal rotation of the SPR (top view) Note: A third-party thread-locking compound must be applied to the M10-hex head screws to prevent the bolts working loose. 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide 13.2. Mounting the SDA The SDA can be mounted in the following ways: Desktop mounted Wall mounted Note: Mounting is the same for all SDA models. 13.2.1. Desktop Mounting The SDA can simply be placed horizontally on a table. The SDA's bottom panel provides four rubber feet (pads) on each corner to provide cushioning and insulation from static electricity.
Hardware Installation Guide Mounting the Devices 13.2.2. Wall Mounting The SDA provides two mounting hooks molded into the SDA's bottom panel, as displayed below. Mounting hook Entrance to mounting hole Figure 13-9: Mounting hooks on SDA rear panel 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Mounting the Devices Hardware Installation Guide To wall mount the SDA: 1. On the wall, mark the position of the two SDA mounting hooks. The dimensions of the SDA's wall-mounting hooks are displayed in the template below. 5 mm 9 59 100 2. Drill holes for each hole that you marked in the step above. 3. Insert wall anchors (supplied) into each of the drilled holes. 4. Insert the 9-inch screws (supplied) into the wall anchors.
Network Cabling 14 This chapter describes the procedures for network cabling at the subscribe site, and includes the following: Connecting SPR to SDA Connecting SDA to Subscriber's Ethernet Network Connecting to a LAN/PC Connecting to a Hub Connecting to a Voice-over-IP (VoIP) Network (RGW) Warning: To avoid electrical or fire hazard, ensure that the network connections described in this chapter are made prior to connecting power. 14.1.
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Connector pinouts: Table 14-1: SPR-to-SDA connector pinouts Straight-through cable 15-pin D-type male SPR Pin Wire color Function 1 +48 VDC Blue / White 2 48 RTN Blue Tx+ Orange / White Tx- Orange Rx+ Green / White Rx- Green 3 4 5 6 Wire pair 1 SDA Pin Function 1 +48 VDC 2 48 RTN 3 2 4 5 3 6 15-pin D-type male /RJ-45 Rx+ RxTx+ Tx- Notes: • The connector pinouts are the same for all SDA models. • Only pins 1 through 6 are used.
Hardware Installation Guide Network Cabling Figure 14-1: SPR-to-SDA (except SDA-1 Type II) cable connections 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Figure 14-2: SPR to SDA-1 Type II cable connections Warning: When the SDA-1 Type II is implemented at the Base Station (i.e. with the BSR), an RJ-45 adapter must be used (supplied) to connect the BSR to the SDA-1 Type II (see Chapter 8, Section 8.2, "BSR Connected to SDA"). 14-4 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Network Cabling Notes: 1) The standard CAT cable length is up to 100 meters. However, you can extend the cable length to up to 300 meters using ASWipLL IDU/ODU Extender (see Appendix F, "Extending IDU/ODU Cable Length"). 2) Airspan supplies unterminated CAT cables. For a detailed description on crimping cables, see Appendix C, "Cable Crimping". 3) Airspan offers an optional RJ45-to-DB15 adapter for attaching to the SDA's 15-pin D-type port.
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Connector: 8-pin RJ-45 Cable: straight-through Ethernet cable Note: The SDA-4S RJ-45 ports support MDI/MDI-X automatic crossover, i.e. straight-through or crossover CAT-5 cables can be connected to these ports. Connector Pinouts: SDA-4S, SDA-4H (ports J2, J3, J4), SDA-1, SDA-1/DC, and SDA-1 Type II models: 8-pin RJ-45 straight-through cable Pin 1 2 3 6 Function +Rx -Rx +Tx -Tx Note: Pins not mentioned are not used. 14-6 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Network Cabling SDA-4H model (port J5) : 8-pin RJ-45 crossover cable Pin 1 2 3 6 Function +Tx -Tx +Rx -Rx Note: Pins not mentioned are not used. To connect the SDA to the subscriber's PC(s)/network (see Figure 14-3): 1. Connect the 8-pin RJ-45 male connector, at the one end of the Ethernet cable, to the SDA's RJ-45 Ethernet port. 2. Connect the 8-pin RJ-45 male connector, at the other end of the Ethernet cable, to the subscriber's PC (or device).
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Figure 14-3: SDA-to-PC/network cable connections (e.g. SDA-1 model) 14-8 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Network Cabling Figure 14-4: SDA-1 Type II to PC/network cable connections 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide 14.2.2. Connecting to Hub The SDA-4S and SDA-4H models can be connected to a hub (e.g. for daisy chaining). Generally, connecting hubs/switches to other hubs/switches requires crossover cabling. The ports of the SDA-4S support MDI/MDI-X automatic crossover, allowing connection of straight-through or crossover cables to any of the ports. However, for SDA-4H, only the left-most RJ-45 port (port J5) is a crossover port and can be connected to a hub.
Hardware Installation Guide Network Cabling Figure 14-5: SDA-4S crossover/straight-through cable connections to hub 02030311-10 Airspan Networks Inc.
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Figure 14-6: SDA-4H crossover cable connections to hub 14-12 Airspan Networks Inc.
Hardware Installation Guide Network Cabling 14.2.3. Connecting to VoIP Network The SDA-4S/1H3L and SDA-4S/VL/1H3L models' left-most RJ-45 Ethernet ports are used to interface with the subscriber's VoIP network. This port assigns highest priority level (compared to the other RJ-45 ports) to VoIP traffic.
Network Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Figure 14-7: Connecting SDA-4S/1H3L and SDA-4S/VL/1H3L to VoIP network 14-14 Airspan Networks Inc.
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Serial Cabling 15 The SPR's 15-pin D-type port provides serial interface with a PC for configuring the SPR through an RS-232 communication mode. The 15-pin D-type port uses three pins for serial interface with a PC, and six pins for interfacing with the SDA (with which the SPR is connected). A Y-cable (splitter) is used to connect the SPR's 15pin D-type port to both the PC and the SDA.
Serial Cabling Hardware Installation Guide Cable: straight-through Y-cable (see figure below) Figure 15-1: Y-cable for serial connection Connector pinouts: Table 15-1: Y-cable connector pinouts Straight-through Y-cable SPR 15-pin D-type male Pin SDA Function Pin Function 1 +48 VDC 1 +48 VDC 2 48 RTN 2 48 RTN 3 Ethernet Tx+ 3 Rx+ 4 Ethernet Tx- 4 Rx- 5 Ethernet Rx+ 5 Tx+ 6 Ethernet Rx- 6 Tx- SPR Pin 15-2 15-pin D-type male PC Pin Function Function 12 GND 5 GND
Hardware Installation Guide Serial Cabling To connect the SPR to a PC for serial configuration (see Figure 15-2): 1. Connect the 15-pin D-type male connector, at the one end of the Y-cable, to the SPR. 2. Connect the 15-pin D-type male connector, at the other end of the Y-cable, to the SDA. 3. Connect the 9-pin D-type female (RS232) connector, at the other end of the Y-cable, to the PC's serial port.
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16 Connecting ThirdThird - Party External Antenna The SPR model without a built-in antenna provides an N-type port for connecting a third-party external antenna. The addition of an external antenna allows greater RF sector coverage than the standard SPR built-in antenna models. Warning: Before connecting the external antenna, ensure that the SPR is NOT connected to the power source.
Connecting Third-Party External Antenna Hardware Installation Guide The following lists the SPR-to-third party external antenna cable setup: Cable: RF coaxial Connector: N-type male To connect the SPR to a third-party external antenna: Connect an N-type male connector of the third-party antenna to the N-type port located on the SPR's front panel, as displayed below. Figure 16-1: SPR model with N-type connector for attaching an external antenna 16-2 Airspan Networks Inc.
Declaration of FCC Conformity J We, Airspan Networks Inc., declare that the ASWipLL radio devices listed in the table below comply with FCC Rules. We further declare that only the antenna installation configurations shown in the table below are used in specific installations.
Declaration of FCC Conformity Hardware Installation Guide The table below lists the ASWipLL radio compliancy to FCC for maximum transmit power output at the antenna connector. Table J-2: ASWipLL radio FCC compliancy for Tx power and EIRP Frequency Mode Max. Tx power at antenna connector Max. EIRP System mode 700 MHz 3 Mbps / 4 Mbps 31.8 dBm According to FCC approved antenna gain Digital 900 MHz 3 Mbps 17.5 dBm 36 dBm Hybrid 4 Mbps 23 dBm 36 dBm Hybrid 1.
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