4Motion™ System Manual Release 2.
Document History Document History Topic Description Date Issued Preliminary Release for Early New System Manual January 2008 Field Trials Preliminary Release for Beta May 2008 Release for GA July 2008 ii 4Motion System Manual
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About This Manual This manual describes the 4Motion solution, and details how to install, operate and manage the BTS system components. This manual is intended for technicians responsible for installing, setting and operating the 4Motion BTS equipment, and for system administrators responsible for managing the system. This manual contains the following chapters and appendices: Chapter 1 - System description: Describes the 4Motion BTS and its components.
Contents Chapter 1 - System Description 1.1 About WiMAX.................................................................................................................2 1.2 4Motion Solution ........................................................................................................... 3 1.2.1 4Motion Solution Highlights.................................................................................. 3 1.2.2 WiMAX Network Reference Model..........................................................
Contents 1.5.5 Data Communication (Ethernet Interfaces)........................................................ 30 1.5.6 Configuration and Management......................................................................... 31 1.5.7 Standards Compliance, General ........................................................................ 32 1.5.8 Environmental .................................................................................................... 32 1.5.9 Mechanical and Electrical .................
Contents 2.3.9 Connecting the BTS Chassis and Modules........................................................ 77 2.3.10 Replacing BTS Components.............................................................................. 79 2.4 Installing the ODU Power Feeder............................................................................... 82 2.4.1 Installation Requirements................................................................................... 82 2.4.2 The ODU Power Feeder ......................
Contents Chapter 4 - Operation and Administration Using the CLI 4.1 Using the Command Line Interface for 4Motion System Management................ 108 4.1.1 Accessing the CLI ............................................................................................ 109 4.1.2 Command Modes............................................................................................. 111 4.1.3 Interpreting the Command Syntax ................................................................... 112 4.1.
Contents 4.4.1 Enabling the AU Configuration Mode\Creating an AU Object.......................... 444 4.4.2 Configuring AU Parameters ............................................................................. 445 4.4.3 Restoring Default Values for AU Configuration Parameters ............................ 450 4.4.4 Terminating the AU Configuration Mode.......................................................... 453 4.4.5 Deleting an AU Object..................................................................
Contents 4.7.10 Managing Trigger Setup Parameters ............................................................... 570 4.7.11 Managing Scan Negotiation Parameters ......................................................... 574 4.7.12 Managing Handover Negotiation at SBS Parameters...................................... 578 4.7.13 Managing Handover Negotiation at TBS Parameters ...................................... 581 4.7.14 Managing Neighbor BSs ...............................................................
Contents 4.8.2 Configuring Sector Association Entries............................................................ 750 4.9 Monitoring Performance of Hardware and Software Components ...................... 755 4.9.1 Monitoring Hardware Components .................................................................. 755 4.9.2 Monitoring Software Components.................................................................... 763 4.9.3 Displaying System Files ........................................................
Contents B.3.4 Displaying the AU-to-Image Mapping .............................................................. 839 B.3.5 Deleting the AU-to-Image Mapping.................................................................. 840 B.3.6 Deleting AU Images from the NPU Flash......................................................... 841 B.3.7 Displaying Images Residing in the AU Flash ...................................................
1 Chapter 1 - System Description In This Chapter: “About WiMAX” on page 2 “4MotionTM Solution” on page 3 “The Base Transceiver Station” on page 12 “Element Management Systems” on page 22 “Specifications” on page 24
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.1 About WiMAX Emanating from the broadband world and using all-IP architecture, mobile WiMAX is the leading technology for implementing personal broadband services. With huge market potential and affordable deployment costs, mobile WiMAX is on the verge of a major breakthrough.
4Motion Solution 1.2 4Motion Solution 1.2.1 4Motion Solution Highlights Leveraging its extensive experience in Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) systems, leading technology and current favorable economics for broadband and mobile services, Alvarion's 4Motion mobile WiMAX solution represents the next evolution in communications. With 4Motion, Alvarion offers a diversified range of products and services for all operators.
Chapter 1 - System Description Optional centralized, fully integrated ASN-GW, which may be offered as a part of an end-to-end solution that includes third-party partners' equipment AAA servers provided by either Alvarion or its leading WiMAX partners AlvariSTARTM Element management system supporting NMS and OSS systems Customer premises equipment and handsets Figure 1-1 illustrates the entire service provider environment and 4Motion solution elements within the radio access network, core network an
4Motion Solution 1.2.2 WiMAX Network Reference Model Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 show the basic mobile WiMAX network architecture, with a single ASN-GW and with multiple ASN-GWs, as defined by the WiMAX Forum NWG.
Chapter 1 - System Description Figure 1-3: ASN Reference Model containing Multiple ASN-GWs The various components and entities involved in the networking architecture are: 1.2.2.1 Access Service Network (ASN) An ASN is defined as a complete set of network functions needed to provide radio access to a WiMAX subscriber.
4Motion Solution An ASN is comprised of network elements such as one or more base transceiver stations and one or more ASN gateways. An ASN may be shared by more than one connectivity service network (CSN). 1.2.2.2 Connectivity Service Network (CSN) A CSN is defined as a set of network functions that provide IP connectivity services to WiMAX subscribers.
Chapter 1 - System Description third-party application providers (e.g. ASP, ISP) for the delivery of WiMAX services to subscribers. From a WiMAX subscriber standpoint, an NSP may be classified as a home or visited NSP. 1.2.2.5 Base Station (BS) The WiMAX BS is an entity that implements the WiMAX MAC and PHY in compliance with the IEEE 802.16e standard. A BS operates on one frequency assignment, and incorporates scheduler functions for uplink and downlink resources.
4Motion Solution QoS service flow authorization entity AAA accounting client The basic EP functionality of the ASN-GW includes: Classification of downlink data into generic routing encapsulation (GRE) tunnels Packet header suppression functionality DHCP functionality Handover functionality The WIMAX Forum NWG has adopted two different approaches for ASN architecture - centralized and distributed: In the centralized approach there is at least one central ASN-GW, and the BTS NPU operates in trans
Chapter 1 - System Description In the distributed approach, the BTS NPU operates in ASN-GW mode, as shown in Figure 1-5. Figure 1-5: Distributed Network Reference Model Alvarion believes in providing operators with the flexibility to select the mobile WiMAX network topology that best suits their needs and existing network architecture. Therefore, 4Motion is designed to support both distributed and centralized topology approaches according to WiMAX Forum NWG profile C. 1.2.2.
4Motion Solution Reference point R3 consists of the set of control plane protocols between the ASN and CSN to support AAA, policy enforcement and mobility management capabilities. It also encompasses the bearer plane methods (e.g. tunneling) to transfer user data between the ASN and CSN. Reference point R4 consists of the set of control and bearer plane protocols originating/terminating in various functional entities of an ASN that coordinate MS mobility between ASNs and ASN-GWs.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.3 The Base Transceiver Station The 4Motion solution features a multi-carrier, high-power Base Transceiver Station (BTS). Designed for high availability and redundancy, it utilizes a central networking and management architecture, and a range of diversity schemes. The BTS main features include: R1 support - 802.16e interface handling (e.g.
The Base Transceiver Station modules are hot swappable, and high availability can be provided through multiple redundancy schemes.
Chapter 1 - System Description double-Euro slot is reserved for an optional redundant NPU (the shelf is HW-ready for NPU redundancy). The remaining seven double-Euro slots are dedicated for Access Unit (AU) modules, thereby enabling various network topologies and future redundancy configurations. In addition, the shelf contains an Air Ventilation Unit (AVU). 1.3.2 NPU The Network Processing Unit is the controller of the Base Transceiver Station.
The Base Transceiver Station Local and remote extensive management support via CLI (Telnet, SSH) and SNMP, including software download, fault and performance management Alarm management, including external alarm inputs and activation of external devices Synchronization, including GPS receiver interface, clock and IF reference generation and distribution to the shelf modules, and holdover handling Security functionalities such as rate limiting and access control lists When operating in ASN-GW mode,
Chapter 1 - System Description the backhaul implements a layer-2 connection toward the NPUs in the cascaded shelves. Bearer, control and management traffic is sent over the cascade connection. Synchronization and GPS backup power are sent toward the NPUs in the cascaded shelves through the GPS/SYNC ports. GPS synchronization cascading will be implemented in a future release. 1.3.3 AU The Access Unit module performs the WiMAX/IEEE 802.
The Base Transceiver Station Fragmentation/ reassembly QoS PEP for air interface traffic QoS DSCP marking Scheduling - connections quota computation for all data delivery types Frame/burst building Power save Handover management Power control R1/R6/R8 functionality Data path mapping between R6 (GRE) and 802.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.3.4 PIU The single-Euro Power Interface Unit module serves as the interface between the DC power source and both the PSU modules and external ODU radio transceivers. The PIU filters and stabilizes the input power, and protects the system from power problems such as over-voltage, surge pulses, reverse polarity connection, and short circuits.
The Base Transceiver Station 1.3.7 ODU The outdoor unit (ODU) is a high-power, multi-carrier radio unit that connects to one or more external antennas. It is designed to provide high system gain and interference robustness utilizing high transmit power and low noise figure. It is HW-ready for supporting a bandwidth of up to 20 MHz, enabling future options such as increased capacity through the use of a multiplexer or wider frequency channels.
Chapter 1 - System Description Table 1-3: ODU Types Band (GHz) ODU Frequency Range (MHz) ODU Port Configuration ODU Bandwidth (MHz) ODU Max Tx Power (dBm) 2.3 2300-2360 1Rx by 1Tx Up to 10 36 2.
The Base Transceiver Station For more information on recommended antenna configurations and required antennas refer to Appendix A. 1.3.10 GPS GPS is used to synchronize the air link frames of Intra-site and Inter-site located Base Transceiver Stations to ensure that in all Base Stations the air frame will start at the same time, and that all Base Stations will switch from transmit (downlink) to receive (uplink) at the same time.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.4 Element Management Systems The end-to-end IP-based architecture of the system enables full management of all components, using standard management tools. An SNMP agent in the NPU implements proprietary MIBs for remote setting of operational modes and parameters of the Base Transceiver Station equipment. Security features incorporated in the equipment restrict the access for management purposes. Alvarion offers the following management tool: 1.4.
Element Management Systems Device embedded software upgrade Security Management Northbound interface to other Network Management Systems.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5 Specifications 1.5.1 Modem & Radio Table 1-4: General Modem & Radio Specifications Item Description Operation Mode TDD Channel Bandwidth 5 MHz 10 MHz 1.5.2 Central Frequency Resolution 0.
Specifications 1.5.3 ODUs 1.5.3.1 2.3 GHz Band Table 1-6: 1x1 ODU-HP-2.3 Specifications Item Description Frequency Band 2300-2360 MHz Ports Configuration 1x1 (1Rx, 1Tx) Bandwidth Support Up to 10 MHz, 5 & 10 MHz SAW filters Maximum Tx Power ) 36 dBm Tx Power Control Range 6 dB, in 1 dB steps Tx Power Accuracy +/- 1 dB Maximum Input Power @ antenna port -60 dBm before saturation, -8 dBm before damage Noise Figure 4.6 dB typical, 6.0 dB maximum Dimension 329 x 157 x 169 mm Weight 6.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.3.2 2.5 GHz Band Table 1-7: 2.5 GHz Band 1x1 ODUs Specifications Item Description Frequency Band ODU-HP-2.5A: 2496-2602 MHz (Band A) ODU-HP-2.5B: 2590-2690 MHz (Band B) Ports Configuration 1x1 (1Rx, 1Tx) Bandwidth Support Up to 10 MHz Maximum Tx Power ) 36 dBm Tx Power Control Range 6 dB, in 1 dB steps Tx Power Accuracy +/- 1 dB Maximum Input Power @ antenna port -60 dBm before saturation, -8 dBm before damage Noise Figure 4.6 dB typical, 6.
Specifications Table 1-8: 2.5 GHz Band 4x2 ODUs Specifications Item Description Frequency Band ODU-2496-2602-000N-38-4x2-N-0: 2496-2602 MHz (Band A) ODU-2590-2690-000N-38-4x2-N-0: 2590-2690 MHz (Band B) Ports Configuration 4x2 (4Rx, 2Tx) Bandwidth Support Up to 20 MHz Maximum Tx Power ) 38 dBm Tx Power Control Range 10 dB, in 1 dB steps Tx Power Accuracy +/- 1 dB Maximum Input Power @ antenna port -60 dBm before saturation, -8 dBm before damage Noise Figure 4.5 dB typical, 5.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.3.3 3.x GHz Band Table 1-9: 3.x GHz Band 1x1 ODUs Specifications Item Description Frequency Band ODU-HP-TDD-3.4a: 3400-3455 MHz ODU-HP-TDD-3.4b: 3445-3500 MHz ODU-HP-TDD-3.5a: 3500-3555 MHz ODU-HP-TDD-3.
Specifications Table 1-10: 3.x GHz Band 4x2 ODUs Specifications Item Description Frequency Band ODU-3400-3600-000N-37-4x2-N-0: 3400-3600 MHz ODU-3600-3800-000N-37-4x2-N-0: 3600-3800 MHz Ports Configuration 4x2 (4Rx, 2Tx) Bandwidth Support Up to 20 MHz Maximum Tx Power ) 387 dBm Tx Power Control Range 10 dB, in 1 dB steps Tx Power Accuracy +/- 1 dB Maximum Input Power @ antenna port -60 dBm before saturation, -8 dBm before damage Noise Figure 4.5 dB typical, 5.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.4 AU - ODU Communication Table 1-11: AU - ODU Communication Item Description IF Frequency Tx: 240 MHz Rx: 140 MHz Ref Synchronization Frequency 64 MHz Bi-Directional Control Frequency 14 MHz IF cable Impedance 50 Ohm Maximum IF cable Attenuation 10 dB @ 240 MHz 7.5 dB @ 140 MHz 8 dB @ 64 MHz 1.5.
Specifications 1.5.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.7 Standards Compliance, General Table 1-14: Standards Compliance, General Type Standard EMC ETSI EN 301 489-1/4 Safety EN60950-1 (CE) UL 60950-1 US/C (TUV) Environmental ETS 300 019: Part 2-1 T 1.2 & part 2-2 T 2.3 for indoor & outdoor Part 2-3 T 3.2 for indoor Part 2-4 T 4.1E for outdoor ETSI EN 302 326 Radio FCC part 15, part 27 1.5.
Specifications 1.5.9 Mechanical and Electrical 1U = 44.45 mm (1.75”). 1HP = 5.08 mm (0.2”) 1.5.9.1 BreezeMAX Shelf Table 1-16: BreezeMAX Shelf, Mechanical & Electrical Specifications 1.5.9.2 Item Description Dimensions 8U ETSI type shelf, 8U x 43.2 x 24 cm Weight 6.9 Kg (excluding AVU) PIU Table 1-17: PIU, Mechanical & Electrical Specifications 1.5.9.3 Item Description Dimensions 3U x 5HP x 16 cm Weight 0.45 Kg Power Source -40.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.9.4 NPU Table 1-19: NPU, Mechanical & Electrical Specifications Item Description Dimensions 6U x 7HP x 16 cm Weight 0.7 Kg Power Consumption 68W maximum, 61W typical Connectors 1.5.9.
Specifications 1.5.9.7 ODU Power Feeder Table 1-22: ODU Power Feeder, Mechanical & Electrical Specifications Item Description Dimensions 15.7 x 14.6 x 3.17 cm Weight 0.6 Kg Power Source -40.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.10 Antennas 1.5.10.1 2.x GHz Antennas Table 1-23: BS-RET-DP-ANT 2.3-2.7 Specifications 36 Item Description Frequency Band (MHz) 2300-2700 Number of Elements 2 Polarization Linear, +/-45° Gain (dB) 17.3 @ 2.4 GHz 18 @ 2.6 GHz Azimuth Beamwidth (degrees) 65 Elevation Beamwidth (degrees) 6.
Specifications Table 1-24: BS-RET-DDP-ANT 2.3-2.7 Specifications Item Description Frequency Band (MHz) 2300-2700 Number of Elements 4 Polarization Linear, 2 x +/-45° Gain (dB) 17.3 @ 2.4 GHz 18 @ 2.6 GHz Azimuth Beamwidth (degrees) 65 Elevation Beamwidth (degrees) 6.
Chapter 1 - System Description 1.5.10.2 3.5 GHz Antennas Table 1-25: BS-RET-DP-ANT 3.3-3.8 Specifications 38 Item Description Frequency Band (MHz) 3300-3800 Number of Elements 2 Polarization Linear, +/-45° Gain (dB) 18 Azimuth Beamwidth (degrees) 65 Elevation Beamwidth (degrees) 6.
Specifications Table 1-26: BS-RET-DDP-ANT 3.3-3.8 Specifications Item Description Frequency Band (MHz) 3300-3800 Number of Elements 4 Polarization Linear, 2 x +/-45° Gain (dB) 18 Azimuth Beamwidth (degrees) 65 Elevation Beamwidth (degrees) 6.
2 Chapter 2 - Installation In This Chapter: “Installing the ODU” on page 42.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1 Installing the ODU The following sections describe how to install the ODU, including pole mounting the ODU and connecting the cables. 2.1.1 Guidelines for Positioning the ODU This section provides key guidelines for selecting the optimal installation locations for the ODU See also Section 2.2.1 for guidelines on installing the antennas.
Installing the ODU Table 2-1: IF Cables Requirements Item Description Screening Effectiveness 90 dB minimum in the 10-300 MHz band. IF cable Impedance 50 Ohm Maximum IF cable Attenuation 10 dB @ 240 MHz 7.5 dB @ 140 MHz 8 dB @ 64 MHz Maximum IF cable DC Resistance 1.5 Ohm Maximum IF cable Return Loss 20 dB in the 10-300 MHz band Use only double shielded cables. Avoid using a single shielded cable even if it complies with these requirements.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1.3 Installing the 1x1 ODU 2.1.3.1 1x1 ODU (ODU-HP) Installation Requirements 2.1.3.1.1 ODU Packing List ODU Pole mounting kit 2.1.3.1.2 Additional Installation Requirements The following items are also required to install the ODU: IF cable with two TNC connectors* (see Section 2.1.3 for details on IF cable types and length). Antenna* and RF cable* for connecting the antenna to the ODU. Grounding cable with an appropriate termination.
Installing the ODU 2.1.3.2.1 Pole Mounting the ODU Using Clamps Figure 2-1 illustrates the method of mounting a ODU on a pole, using the clamps and threaded rods. Figure 2-1: ODU Pole Installation Using Special Clamps NOTE There is a groove on one end of the threaded rod. Insert the threaded rods with the grooves pointing outward, as these grooves enable you to use a screwdriver to fasten the rods to the unit.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1.3.2.2 Pole Mounting the ODU Using Metal Bands Figure 2-2 illustrates the method of mounting a ODU on a pole, using metal bands.
Installing the ODU 2.1.3.3 1x1 ODU Connectors and LEDs Figure 2-3: Bottom Panel of the 1x1 ODU CAUTION Do not open the impermeability test screw - you may impair the sealing of the unit against moisture and humidity. Table 2-3: 1x1 ODU LEDs Name Description Functionality PWR Power indication Off - Power failure Green - Power to ODU is OK, internal 3.3 VDC power supply is OK.
Chapter 2 - Installation Table 2-4: 1x1 ODU Connectors Name Connector IF TNC jack Connection to the AU/ODU Power Feeder N-Type jack, 50 Ohm Connection to an external antenna Grounding screw Connection to ground (earth) ANT (GND) 48 Functionality 4Motion System Manual
Installing the ODU 2.1.4 Installing the 4x2 ODU 2.1.4.1 AU-ODU Package Contents ODU (weight 15.5 kg +/- 1.5 kg) Four M10X30 screws Pole Mounting Kit: (weight ~6 kg) » One Carriage for 4x2 ODU » Four M10x265 Threaded Rods » Eight M10 Nuts » One M6X12 Grounding Screw » Eight M10 Spring Washers » Eight M10 Flat Washers » Two M10 Clamps IMPORTANT The weight of each ODU is 15.5 kg (+/- 1 kg) and the weight of the Pole Mounting Kit is approximately 6 kg.
Chapter 2 - Installation One M6X12 Grounding Screw Eight M10 Spring Washers Eight M10 Flat Washers 2.1.4.4 Additional Installation Requirements The following items are also required to install the AU-ODU: 4 IF cables with two TNC connectors* (see Section 2.1.3 for details on IF cable types and length). Antenna(s)* and 4 RF cables* for connecting the antenna(s) to the ODU Grounding cable with an appropriate termination Installation tools and materials, including appropriate means (e.g. a 1.
Installing the ODU 2 Insert the four M10X30 screws into the designated holes (Figure 2-4). ODU M10x30 screws Figure 2-4: Preparing the 4x2 ODU for Installation 3 Position the carriage on the pole at the desired location. 4 Thread the four M10x265 threaded rods through the carriage and the rear clamps (Figure 2-5). 5 Tighten on both sides using the supplied washers, spring washers and nuts.
Chapter 2 - Installation M10x265 Threaded Rods Carriage for 4x2 ODU M10 Clamps M10 nuts, washers, spring washers Figure 2-5: Mounting the Single 4x2 ODU Carriage on a Pole 6 Hang the ODU on the carriage and tighten the four M10x30 screws (Figure 2-6 and Figure 2-7).
Installing the ODU Figure 2-6: Mounting the 4x2 ODU Figure 2-7: 4x2 ODU Mounted on Pole 4Motion System Manual 53
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1.4.7 Pole Mounting Two ODUs 1 Prepare the two ODUs for installation as shown in Figure 2-4. 2 Position both carriages at the desired location on the pole. 3 Thread the 4 M10x265 threaded rods through one carriage and tighten using the supplied washers, spring washers and nuts. Lean the carriage vertically on the pole and thread the rods through the second carriage (Figure 2-8). 4 Tighten using the washers, spring washers and nuts.
Installing the ODU Figure 2-9: Mounting the two ODUs Figure 2-10: Two ODUs Mounted on the Pole 4Motion System Manual 55
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1.4.8 Mounting the Sun Guard CAUTION To avoid damage to the Sun Guard, assemble it after the ODUs are mounted on the pole. 1 Attach the Sun Guard to the front of the ODU using the four M6x16 screws supplied with the Sun Guard.
Installing the ODU Figure 2-12: 4x2 ODU with Sun Guard 4Motion System Manual 57
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1.4.9 4x2 ODU Connectors and LEDs Grounding Screw Impermeability Test Screw Figure 2-13: Bottom Panel of 4x2 ODU CAUTION Do not open the impermeability test screw - you may impair the sealing of the unit against moisture and humidity.
Installing the ODU Table 2-5: 4x1 ODU LEDs Name Description Functionality PWR Power indication Off - Power failure Green - Power to ODU is OK, internal 3.3 VDC power supply is OK. ALARM AU-ODU communication and synthesizer status indication Off - AU-ODU communication is OK, synthesizer is locked.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.1.5.2 Connecting the Antenna Cable To connect the RF cable: 1 Connect one end of the coaxial RF cable to the RF (ANT) connector located on the bottom panel of the unit. 2 Connect the other end of the RF cable to the antenna. 3 The RF connectors should be properly sealed to protect against rain and moisture. 2.1.5.3 Connecting the IF Cable To connect the IF cable: 1 Connect one end of the coaxial IF cable to the IF connector located on the bottom panel of the unit.
Installing the Antennas 2.2 Installing the Antennas This section provides general guidelines on installation of antennas and necessary accessories provided by Alvarion. 2.2.1 Guidelines for Positioning the Antennas This section provides key guidelines for selecting the optimal installation locations for the antennas.
Chapter 2 - Installation Antennas, including mounting kit (fixed and adjustable downtilt). Remote Cable Outdoor Termination Unit (3 Way AISG Breakout Box): One for up to 3 antennas, 2 for 4 to 6 antennas. Long AISG Remote Cable (available in length of 60 or 80 meter). Remote Cable Termination Panel. Short AISG Remote Cables (available in length of 2, 3 or 5 meter according to the distance of the Remote Cable Outdoor Termination Unit from the antennas): One for each antenna.
Installing the Antennas 2 Install the antennas according to the planned azymuth. It is recommended to use the Adjustable Downtilt Kit and set it at 0 degrees downtilt. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the antennas. 3 Install the Remote Cable Outdoor Termination Unit(s) according to the instructions supplied with the unit. The placement of the unit(s) should enable connection of all the AISG Remote Cables to the antennas. Connect all the cables to the antennas.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.3 Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment 2.3.1 BTS Installation Requirements 2.3.1.1 Packing List BTS Chassis: » Base Transceiver Station Chassis » AVU Air Ventilation Unit (installed) » Cables Tray kit PIU (1 or 2 per chassis) High-Power Interface Unit(s). A suitable DC power cable is supplied with each PIU.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment Other installation tools and materials 2.3.2 BTS Chassis Slot Assignments The BTS chassis comprises 6 3U high slots and 9 6U high slots, as shown in Figure 2-14.
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.3.3 Power Requirements Use the following table to calculate worst-case power source requirements for the BTS equipment: Table 2-7: Power Requirements, BTS Equipment Unit Details Power Source -40.5 to -60 VDC PIU Power Consumption: 35W maximum (active PIU) Maximum Supplied Current: 58 A PSU 300W max output power Efficiency: 80% minimum NPU 68W maximum, excluding GPS Receiver (6W maximum) AU-4CH 46W maximum ODU-2.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment Total maximum power required excluding ODUs: 252/0.8 (PSUs Efficiency) + 35 (PIU) = 350W When calculating the power requirements associated with the ODUs, we should distinguish between the peak power consumption (maximum current during Tx) and the average power consumption (taking into account Tx/Rx split ratio) that affect the requirements from a backup power source. For a 2.
Chapter 2 - Installation Figure 2-15: PIU Module Front Panel CAUTION When replacing a PIU, disconnect power from the PIU module before inserting/ejecting it to/from the chassis. After disconnecting from power, disconnect the power cable to avoid irreversible damage due to potential excessively high transient current. Connect power to the PIU only after it is fully inserted into the chassis.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment Table 2-8: PIU LEDs PWR and MASTER/ACT LEDs PIU Status Red Green Power input is out of range or PIU card is damaged. Chassis is powered by the PIU Green Off Power to PIU is OK. PIU is in redundant mode and the chassis is powered from the other PIU Green Green Power to PIU is OK. The chassis is powered from the PIU.
Chapter 2 - Installation CAUTION It is strongly recommended to always use the power cables available from Alvarion. Due to the high current that should be supported by the cable, good workmanship is esstential in preparing it. 2.3.6 Power Supply Unit (PSU) The single Euro PSU module is a 48 VDC power supply unit. Each BTS chassis can contain up to four PSU modules providing N+1 redundancy configurations.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment Figure 2-16: PSU Module Front Panel Table 2-10: PSU LEDs LED Status Description PWR ALRM Off Off No power or fatal damage Off Red Power input is out of range or PSU is damaged or PSU is inhibited by NPU Green Off Power is OK and PSU operates properly 4Motion System Manual 71
Chapter 2 - Installation 2.3.7 Access Unit Module (AU) The double Euro Access Unit IDU module contains the wireless MAC and modem that enable the establishment of wireless network connection and bandwidth management. Each AU includes four PHY channels that can be connected to ODUs.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment Table 2-11: AU LEDs Name Description Function PWR Power indication Off - AU is not powered Red - AU power supply failure (low power) Green - AU power is OK ALRM Alarm indication Off - AU is OK Red - AU failure WLINK Wireless link status indication Off - No MS is associated Green - At least one MS is associated WACT Transmission indication Off - No transmission Green - Transmission OK SP Spare Not Used IP IP activit
2.3.8 Network Processing Unit (NPU) The NPU module serves as the central processing unit that manages the BTS's components and the SUs served by it. It also aggregates the traffic from the AU modules and transfers it to the IP backbone through a dedicated Gigabit/Fast Ethernet interface. In addition, the NPU can be operated in ASN-GW mode, in which case it also implements ASN-GW functionality.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment Table 2-12: NPU LEDS Name Description Function MGMT Port Activity LED MGMT Port Activity LED When blinking yellow indicates Ethernet activity at the MGMT Port Integrity LED MGMT Port Integrity LED When lit green indicates Ethernet physical layer is OK DATA Port Activity LED DATA Port Activity LED When blinking yellow indicates Ethernet activity at the MGMT Port Integrity LED MGMT Port Integrity LED When lit green indicates Ethern
Chapter 2 - Installation Table 2-12: NPU LEDS Name Description Function Hot Swap NPU readiness NPU card insertion status indicator Off: Card is inserted correctly into the chassis Blue: Card insertion is in progress or is not inserted successfully NPU card ejection status indicator Off: Power to the module is not disconnected, the NPU is not ready for removal Blue: Power to the module can be disconnected and the NPU can be safely removed.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment 2.3.9 Connecting the BTS Chassis and Modules The indoor equipment should be installed as close as possible to the location where the IF cable(s) enters the building. The location of the indoor equipment should take into account its connection to the power source(s) and to the BTS networking equipment. 2.3.9.1 Introduction The BTS modules include special handles for high-force insertion/extraction of modules.
Chapter 2 - Installation 7 If the MGMT port is used for remote management, connect it to the appropriate data equipment (use a straight Ethernet cable to connect to a hub/switch/router). The maximum length of the Ethernet cable is 100m. 8 Connect the DC power cable to the power jack of the PIU module. If a redundant PIU is installed, connect a DC power cable also to the second PIU module. Connect the power cord(s) to the -48 VDC power source(s), as follows. 2.3.9.
Installing the Base Transceiver Station (BTS) Equipment If the red ALRM LED is on while the PWR LED is green, it indicates a failure of at least one fan. Although the BTS chassis may continue operating with one failed fan, it is recommended to replace the AVU as soon as possible. 2.3.10 Replacing BTS Components 2.3.10.1 Replacing an AVU To replace an AVU drawer: Release the four screws securing the AVU to the chassis. Using the handle take out the faulty chassis.
Chapter 2 - Installation 9 Download the backup file using a DOS based TFTP. Use the command: tftp i put . The default IP address of the MGMT port is 10.0.0.1. 10 Use the monitor program to configure the IP parameters (IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway Address) of the MGMT port. These parameters are not affected by the loaded file. 11 Reset the system. 12 Reconnect the IF cables. 2.3.10.3 Replacing an AU 1 Disconnect all IF cables connecting the AUs to ODUs.
