UWB-D00128 Rev K EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Software Release 7.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Acknowledgements Airspan Networks Inc acknowledges the following trademarks used within this document: © Intel Corporation http://www.intel.com/ © SEQUANS COMMUNICATIONS http://www.sequans.com © Microsoft Corporation http://www.microsoft.com Copyright © Copyright by Airspan Networks Inc., 2009. All rights reserved worldwide.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Table of Contents Acknowledgements .......................................................................................................................... 2 Copyright .......................................................................................................................................... 2 Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 4.2 Ports ......................................................................................................................................22 4.3 LEDs......................................................................................................................................23 4.4 LED Button ............................................................................................................................25 5 Cabling ...........................
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Summary of Figures Figure 1 - EasyST Maximum Output TX Power .............................................................................10 Figure 2 - EasyST architecture.......................................................................................................18 Figure 3 - EasyST Block Diagram ..................................................................................................19 Figure 4 - EasyST protocol stack ............................
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Summary of Tables Table 1 - 700MHz External Antenna Types ...................................................................................10 Table 2 - EasyST Frequency Ranges ...........................................................................................14 Table 3 - EasyST-2 Frequency Ranges .........................................................................................15 Table 4 - EasyST physical dimensions ..................................
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Warnings and Cautions Human Exposure to Radio Frequencies The EasyST (or the external antenna, if implemented) should be installed and operated from a minimum distance of 20 cm except for 700MHz antenna which must have a minimum distance of 45 cm to your body.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Declaration of Conformity European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC English: This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Deutsch: Dieses Gerät entspricht den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den weiteren entsprecheneden Vorgaben der Richtlinie 1999/5/EU.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide FCC Notice Federal Communication Commission Notice This equipment 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.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Maximum Output TX Power Figure 1 - EasyST Maximum Output TX Power Caution: Do not set maximum output TX power higher than local regulations. 700MHz External Antennas Table 1 - 700MHz External Antenna Types Type Frequency range Gain Manufacturer Model number V-Pol MCX 698-746 MHz 7.5 dBi Mars Antennas MA-WA70-AS8 Flat panel 698-746 MHz 10.5 dBi Mti Wireless Edge Ltd. MT-223003/N Sector 698-746 MHz 12 ± 0.5 dBi Mti Wireless Edge Ltd.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 1 About this Guide This section discusses the purpose, intended audience, conventions, referenced documentation and organization for this document. 1.1 Purpose This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and installing the EasyST customer premise equipment (CPE) is part of Airspan's WiMAX family of WiMAX-based products. EasyST also has a multimode model (EasyST-2) based on the Rosedale chipset which supports both TDD and FDD.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 1.4 Referenced Documentation For a detailed description of the Web-based configuration tool, refer to the WiMAX Web-based Management for Subscriber Stations User Guide.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 2 System Overview EasyST is a revolutionary, self-install, indoor WiMAX customer premises equipment (CPE). The EasyST is designed to work with WiMAX compliant base stations including the base station products in the AS.MAX family.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 2.1 EasyST Frequency Ranges The table below lists the frequency range of EasyST models currently available. This table will grow as more models become available. Table 2 - EasyST Frequency Ranges Frequency Band Channel Bandwidth 698 – 748 in MHz TDD mode ¾ 2.5 MHz ¾ 5 MHz ¾ 10 MHz ¾ 1.5 MHz ¾ 1.75 MHz ¾ 2.5 MHz ¾ 5 MHz 2.5 – 2.69 GHz in TDD mode ¾ 2.5 MHz NPI ¾ 5 MHz ¾ 10 MHz 2.7 – 2.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 5.850 – 5.950 GHz in TDD mode ¾ 2.5 MHz ¾ 5 MHz ¾ 10 MHz 2.2 Main Features ¾ World’s First "Self-Install" WiMAX Subscriber Station - fast, easy and simple installation ¾ Full Indoor Non-LOS Deployment -- 256 FFT ¾ No professional installation, simply Plug and Play -- user unpacks, plugs in and surfs ¾ Based on the latest wireless technology WiMAX IEEE 802.16 standard ¾ Based on 802.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Frequency Band Channel Bandwidth 3.4 – 3.6 GHz in TDD/FDD 50/100 mode 3.6 – 3.8 GHz in TDD/FDD 50/100 mode ¾ 1.75 MHz ¾ 2.75 MHz ¾ 3.5 MHz ¾ 5 MHz ¾ 7 MHz ¾ 10 MHz ¾ 1.75 MHz ¾ 2.75 MHz ¾ 3.5 MHz ¾ 5 MHz ¾ 7 MHz ¾ 10 MHz 2.4 Main Features ¾ New CPE variants are equipped with Rosedale chipset enabling FDD/TDD multimode operation, supporting 5 MHz and 7 MHz in both TDD and HFDD modes.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide ¾ • Integrated IEEE 802.11b/g WiFi access point and 4 Port LAN Switch (EasyWiFi) which allows you to add WiFi functionality to your EasyST. • Integrated VoIP allowing connection of 2 conventional telephones (POTS) one Ethernet and battery backup (EasyVoice) allowing you to add VoIP functionality to your EasyST. Low cost Note: Contact your Airspan representative for more information on the EasyVoice extension module or the EasyWiFi extension module.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 2 - EasyST architecture 2.5.1 EasyST Models The EasyST is available in three optional deployment models: ¾ EasyST with clip-on antenna containing four high-gain, integrated flat panel, 90-degree directional antennas, providing 360 degree coverage. EasyST selects the antenna with best RF reception with the BS by using the 6-pin Antenna Controller. ¾ EasyST with external antenna connected by RF cable for easy window mounting.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 3 - EasyST Block Diagram Note: EasyST uses the antenna switch to select one of the four 90-degree antennas of the clip-on antenna. The antenna switch is not used in deployments in which the external window-mount antenna is implemented. 2.6 EasyST Protocol Stack The figure below displays a block diagram of the EasyST's network architecture, designed as a hierarchy of protocols (i.e. protocol stack) implemented in the communication network.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 4 - EasyST protocol stack 2.7 Theory of Operation For basic operation, the EasyST requires no initial configuration--simply plug and play. Configuration is automatically performed over the air by the BS. The EasyST is preconfigured by the operator at the BS (using Netspan) with service flow parameters such as the maximum information rate, the committed information rate, the maximum latency, and maximum jitter.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 3 Installation Prerequisites Before installing your EasyST, read the following sections to ensure that no EasyST items are missing, minimum computer requirements are fulfilled, and you have the required installation tools. 3.1 Package Contents The EasyST kit includes the following items: ¾ EasyST module with clip-on antenna ¾ AC/DC power supply adapter ¾ CAT-5 Ethernet LAN cable (1.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 4 Physical Description The EasyST's physical description is described in the following topics: ¾ Physical dimensions ¾ Ports ¾ LEDs ¾ LED Button 4.1 Physical Dimensions The physical dimensions of the EasyST are listed in the table below: Table 4 - EasyST physical dimensions Parameter Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: Value ¾ With clip-on antenna: 130 x 145 x 145 mm (5.12 x 5.7 x 5.7 inches) ¾ Without clip-on antenna: 30 x 145 x 145 mm (1.18 x 5.7 x 5.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 5 - EasyST top panel ports The EasyST ports located on the side and bottom panels are shown in the figure below: Figure 6 - EasyST side and bottom panel ports 4.3 LEDs The EasyST provides LEDs for indicating the status of various operations.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 7 - EasyST LEDs The EasyST LEDs are described in the table below: Table 6 - EasyST LEDs LED Color Mode power Red lan Green link Green signal Status Description On EasyST receiving power Off No power received by EasyST On 10/100BaseT network device (e.g. PC) correctly connected to EasyST Flashing Active LAN link (i.e.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide LED Color Mode Status Description Three left-most LEDs are on 12 <= SNR < 16 Four left-most LEDs are 16 <= SNR < 22 on Five LEDs are on signal 22 <= SNR PRO mode Customer mode Off Red Professional Mode #1 On Modulation (See table below) Green Professional Mode #2 On RSSI (See table below) N/A Professional Mode #3 N/A N/A Table 7 - Professional Mode # 1 Modulation LED #1 LED #2 LED #3 LED #4 LED #5 BPSK_1/2 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF QPSK_1/2
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide ¾ • Customer (standard mode): Signal LEDs display SNR value as described in the table above • Professional #1: provides technician with an indication of the modulation and FEC used in the uplink • Professional #2: provides technician with indication of RSSI • Professional #3: provides technician with indication of downlink throughput (planned for future) Resets EasyST to factory default settings: To reset to default settings, hold down the button for 10 seco
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 5 Cabling Cabling your EasyST is fast and simple, and consists of the following: ¾ Connecting EasyST to a computer ¾ Connecting EasyST to power ¾ Verifying correct cabling 5.1 Connecting EasyST to a Computer EasyST provides 10/100BaseT (Fast Ethernet) interface with the subscriber's network. The connectivity is performed through the supplied Category 5 Ethernet cable consisting of 8-pin RJ45 connectors on either end.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 9 - EasyST to PC port 5.2 Connecting EasyST to Power EasyST is powered by an AC/DC power supply adapter which supplies the EasyST with 6 VDC (7 Watts). The AC/DC adapter is simply plugged into a standard electrical wall outlet (110/240 VAC; 50/60 Hz). The power adapter provides interchangeable prongs (e.g. American vs. European) that can be replaced to suit country electrical standards in which the EasyST is being installed.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 10 - change prongs 5.2.2 Connecting the Power Once you have attached the correct plug prong to the power adapter, you can connect the power cables. To connect the EasyST to the power supply: 1. Before plugging the power cord into the electrical wall outlet, plug the AC/DC power adapter's power cable (i.e. DC power jack) into the EasyST's DC power socket. 2. Plug the prongs of the AC/DC power adapter into the electrical wall outlet.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 5.3 Verifying Correct Cabling Once you have connected the EasyST to the subscriber's LAN and to the power supply, you can verify that you have cabled the EasyST correctly by checking the following EasyST LEDs: Table 10 -verify cabling Connection LED Color Correct Status Troubleshooting Power power Red On If the power LED is off, recheck the power cabling and that power exists at the wall socket.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 6 Mounting Caution: EasyST is an indoor unit and therefore, must be mounted only indoors. EasyST is a self-install indoor unit, requiring no professional technician. EasyST must be mounted indoors in a location that provides: ¾ High quality RF reception with the Internet service provider (i.e.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide wall, the EasyST provides two mounting hooks molded into EasyST's bottom panel, as shown below: Figure 13 - Wall mounting Note: Before mounting the unit, ensure that the RF cable of the windowmount external antenna is plugged into the EasyST's MCX connector and that the cover cap is fitted onto the EasyST, protecting the MCX connector. To wall mount the EasyST: 1.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 14 - Mounting hooks Page 33 Commercial in Confidence UWB-D00128 Rev K
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 7 Optimizing RF Reception To ensure a reliable, secure, and fast connection with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you need to place your EasyST in a position that provides the best RF reception with the ISP (i.e. base station). To help you locate the best position, EasyST provides you with a LED indicator that indicates the strength of the RF signal with your ISP. This LED is labeled signal and is located on the EasyST's top panel.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 16 - Positioning EasyST The signal LED indicates the strength of the signal by measuring the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). SNR indicates received signal strength relative to background noise. The ratio is usually measured in decibels (dB). Thus, the higher the SNR ratio, the better the communication. The table below describes the EasyST signal LEDs with regards to SNR values.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 8 Connecting the External Antenna You can improve RF reception on EasyST by implementing a window-mount external antenna. This may be necessary in the following scenarios: ¾ Subscriber's premises is located far from the base station, resulting in insufficient signal strength for viable communication link to occur when using the clip-on antenna. ¾ Location of mounted EasyST provides insufficient signal strength due to obstacles between the EasyST and ISP (i.e.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Caution: Do not rotate the clip-on antenna until it has detached entirely from the EasyST. 2. Remove the plastic protector cap to expose the MCX female connector. Insert a flat-head screw driver (or any tool with a blunt, pointed edge), into the cable groove created by the cap and the EasyST, and then gently leverage the cap's guides out of the EasyST's cover pins. Figure 18 - remove plastic cover 3.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 20 - install plastic cap Note: If you later decide to disconnect the external antenna and reconnect the clip-on antenna, see Replacing the Clip-On Antenna. 8.2 Mounting the External Antenna The external antenna can be easily mounted in a vertical position on a window using the adhesive pads located on the side and front panels of the antenna.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 21 - external antenna window-mount Figure 22 - Mounting antenna on its front panel Page 39 Commercial in Confidence UWB-D00128 Rev K
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 23 - Mounting antenna on its side panel Note: When mounted on its side panel, some loss in gain may be incurred. The figure below displays the antenna mounted on a window using the antenna's side panel.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 9 Replacing the Clip-On Antenna The EasyST is supplied with the clip-on antenna already attached to the EasyST. However, in cases where you may have previously removed it to connect EasyST to an external windowmount antenna, you may want to discontinue using the external antenna and replace it with the clip-on antenna. Caution: Before disconnecting the external antenna and replacing the clip-on antenna, ensure that the EasyST is not connected to the power source.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 27 - clip-on antenna 4. Gently push the antenna down onto the EasyST so that the MCX and 6-pin connectors plug into their respective receptacles, and that the antenna's knob sits firmly into the EasyST's notch. Figure 28 - antenna attached 5. For customers possessing EasyST models that implement a screw mechanism for securing the antenna to the EasyST, continue with the following steps: a. Flip the EasyST over so that its rear panel is visible.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide Figure 29 - insert screw b. Using a Philips screwdriver, tighten the screw so that the antenna is firmly attached to the EasyST.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 10 EasyST Smart Card The EasyST has an integrated Smart Card (SIM) terminal, which can utilize the optional EasyST Smart Card (sold separately). Contact your Airspan supplier for more information. The EasyST is fully functional with or without the EasyST Smart Card. When the EasyST Smart Card is inserted the EasyST uses the parameters set in the card (overriding the NVRAM parameter settings). Otherwise it uses the parameters set in the EasyST's NVRAM.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 11 Resetting EasyST to Default Settings The EasyST allows you to apply factory default configuration settings to the EasyST. This is performed by pressing the LED button (located below the LED lights on the top panel) continuously for at least 10 seconds.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 12 Troubleshooting Once you have connected the EasyST to the subscriber's LAN and to the power supply, you can verify whether you have cabled the EasyST correctly by checking the EasyST LED status: Table 12 – Troubleshooting Connection LED Color Correct Status Troubleshooting Power power Red On If the power LED is off, recheck the power cabling and that power exists at the wall socket.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 13 Appendix 13.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide SIM Subscriber Identity Module SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol SNR Signal-to-Noise Ratio ST Subscriber Terminal (interchangeable with CPE or SS) TDMA Time Division Multiple Access. Technology for delivering digital wireless service using time-division multiplexing (TDM) Tx Transmit UGS Unsolicited Grant Service used to provide fixed bandwidth slots on the uplink for an ST to transmit data at regular intervals.
EasyST Hardware Installation User Guide 13.3 Contact Information Customer Service Help-Desk for customer service emergency Airspan Networks have introduced the Airspan Tracker application to enable prompt and efficient Customer Support services. If you do not have an Airspan Tracker account, please obtain login credentials by filling-in the form in the main page "Register New Account". Worldwide Headquarters: Airspan Networks Inc.
