Rhein Tech Laboratories, Inc. 360 Herndon Parkway Suite 1400 Herndon, VA 20170 http://www.rheintech.com Appendix J: Client: M/A-Com, Inc. MAX Model: VIDA Base Station Standard: FCC Part 90 FCC ID: BV8VMXBA Report Number: 2006072 Manual Please refer to the following pages for the installation manual and see also the separate user manual document.
Installation and Configuration Manual MM-009804-001 May-06 VIDAMAX Base Station 4.
MM-009804-001 MANUAL REVISION HISTORY REVISION - DATE May 2006 REASON FOR CHANGE Initial Release. M/A-COM Technical Publications would particularly appreciate feedback on any errors found in this document and suggestions on how the document could be improved. Submit your comments and suggestions to: Wireless Systems Business Unit M/A-COM, Inc. Technical Publications 221 Jefferson Ridge Parkway Lynchburg, VA 24501 fax your comments to: (434) 455-6851 or e-mail us at: techpubs@tycoelectronics.
MM-009804-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................. 7 1.1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS...................................................................................................... 7 1.2 REGULATORY ...................................................................................................................... 8 1.2.1 Maximum Permissible Exposure Limits...................................
MM-009804-001 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 7 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................. 29 7.1 TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED .................................................................... 29 7.2 CUSTOMER SUPPLIED MATERIALS ................................................................................ 29 7.3 BEFORE BEGINNING THE INSTALLATION ............................................................
MM-009804-001 TABLE OF FIGURES Page Figure 4-1: VIDAMAX Wireless Broadband Video and Data Services ................................................ 16 Figure 4-2: VIDA Network Solution................................................................................................... 17 Figure 4-3: VIDAMAX Broadband Network ..................................................................................... 18 Figure 4-4: Network diagram of small VIDAMAX system ............................................
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MM-009804-001 1 REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 SAFETY CONVENTIONS The following conventions may be used in this manual to alert the user to general safety precautions that must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the product. M/A-COM, Inc.
MM-009804-001 1.2 REGULATORY 1.2.1 Maximum Permissible Exposure Limits DO NOT TRANSMIT with this base station and antenna when persons are within the MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE (MPE) Radius of the antenna. The MPE Radius is the minimum distance from the antenna axis that ALL persons should maintain in order to avoid RF exposure higher than the allowable MPE level set by the FCC.
MM-009804-001 The calculation indicates that the minimum 0.2 meter distance between user and the omni-directional antenna (directly mounted to the base station RF port) is required when operating the M/A-COM 4.9 GHz VIDAMAX Base Station. 1.2.2.2 MPE Calculation for Directional Antenna This MPE Minimum Distance Calculation is based on using a directional antenna with more than 9 dBi antenna gain. Basic M/A-COM 4.
MM-009804-001 Effective Antenna Gain (dBi) Minimum Safe Distance (Meters) Minimum Safe Distance (Feet) 24 25 26 1.00 1.12 1.26 Reduce Transmit Power is required by FCC 3.28 3.68 4.13 >26 1.2.3 Safety Training Information YOUR M/A-COM VIDAMAX BASE STATION GENERATES RF ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY DURING TRANSMIT MODE.
MM-009804-001 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics: Electrical Power: +24 ±3 VDC or 110 VAC +/- 15%, 50-60 Hz Power Consumption: 60 Watts nominal Size (H x W x D): 14.5 in. x 8.0 in. x 4.25 in. (36.8 cm x 20.3 cm x 10.8 cm) Weight: 13.5 lbs (6.
MM-009804-001 PHY Characteristics PHY: OFDM 256 FFT Channel Bandwidth: 5 MHz Modulation Rates: BPSK, QPSK (1/2, 3/4), 16QAM (1/2, 3/4), 64QAM (1/2, 3/4) Duplexing: Time Division Duplexing (TDD) Frame Durations: 2.
MM-009804-001 2.2 2.3 TRANSMITTER Frequency Band: 4940 - 4990 MHz Channel Step Size: 1 MHz Channel Bandwidth: 5 MHz Frequency Stability (-30 to 60 C): 1.5 PPM over temperature range Output Power into a 50 Ω Load: 0.5 Watts (27 dBm ) Maximum Power Adjustment: 0.5 – 0.
MM-009804-001 3 INTRODUCTION 3.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is written for the communications professional responsible for maintaining the VIDAMAX Base Station equipment installed as part of a VIDAMAX 4.9 GHz Broadband Network. This manual provides an overview and description of the VIDAMAX Base Station equipment used in the network, equipment specifications, and instructions for installing VIDAMAX Base Stations and auxiliary equipment.
MM-009804-001 3.2 CUSTOMER SERVICE 3.2.1 Technical Support M/A-COM’s Technical Assistance Center (TAC) resources are available to help you with overall system operation, maintenance, upgrades, and product support. TAC is your point of contact when you need technical questions answered. Product specialists, with detailed knowledge of product operation, maintenance, and repair, provide technical support via a toll-free telephone number (in North America).
MM-009804-001 4 DESCRIPTION The VIDAMAX system delivers public safety grade wireless broadband data services for mission critical applications, such as video surveillance, broadband hot spots, remote precinct connectivity, and LMR backhaul. M/A-COM’s new VIDAMAX broadband network applies the open standard IEEE-based wireless broadband communications protocol of 802.16 to the 4.9 GHz band, thereby providing true Quality-ofService (QoS) while operating on contention-free licensed frequencies.
MM-009804-001 Figure 4-2: VIDA Network Solution Figure 4-2 depicts a picture of the VIDA Network Solution and how many different communications systems are built on the solid foundation of a wide-area IP network. This provides an open architecture for the integration of public safety voice and data airlink protocols including OpenSky, EDACS, and P25IP. This open architecture enables mission critical communications customers to have one integrated solution to meet numerous voice and data needs. 4.
MM-009804-001 Figure 4-3: VIDAMAX Broadband Network Figure 4-3 illustrates a typical deployment scenario of the VIDAMAX 4.9 GHz broadband network. It provides secure, public safety grade broadband services to both fixed and mobile clients. Conceptually, the system can be seen as extending the enterprise WAN to remote locations using the licensed 4.9 GHz public safety band. Some common applications for this system include: 4.
MM-009804-001 Figure 4-4: Network diagram of small VIDAMAX system The base station implements the 802.16-2004 protocol in a 5 MHz channel, delivering an over-the-air throughput from 4 to 19 Mbps. All communication over this channel is scheduled by the base station, with contention slots provided for subscriber stations to request bandwidth.
MM-009804-001 streaming video or LMR backhaul) can be mapped to Unsolicited Grant Services (UGS) to provide guaranteed throughput. 4.5 4.9 GHz VIDAMAX BASE STATION The VIDAMAX Base Station provides hardened, public safety grade base station infrastructure for M/ACOM’s 4.9 GHz VIDAMAX broadband network. The VIDAMAX base station implements the IEEE 802.162004 protocol to deliver an over-the-air throughput from 4 to 19 Mbps.
MM-009804-001 4.5.1 Summary of Key Features 4.5.1.1 Airlink Features The VIDAMAX Base Station implements the 802.16-2004 protocol to deliver an over-the-air throughput from 4 to 19 Mbps. All communication over the wireless channel is scheduled by the base station, with contention slots provided for the VIDAMAX Client to request bandwidth.
MM-009804-001 4.6 VIDAMAX BASE STATION INTERFACES Figure 4-6: VIDAMAX Base Station Interface Diagram 4.6.1 Standard Base Station (AC Powered) RF Antenna Port: • Connector: N-type Female • Impedance: 50 Ohm 110 V AC Power Port: • Industrialized 3-Pin Connector (Conxall Part No.
MM-009804-001 4.6.2 Special Hardened Base Station (DC Powered) RF Antenna Port: • Connector: N-type Female • Impedance: 50 Ohm • Internal Lightning Suppressor 24 V DC Power Port: • Industrialized 3-Pin Connector (Conxall Part No.
MM-009804-001 4.7 VIDAMAX Base Station Antenna Options The VIDAMAX Base Station allows users to choose many different antenna types to meet their application requirements. Depending on the location and site planning, a directional antenna can significantly extend the effective coverage area of the base station.
MM-009804-001 Part Number MT-464003 MT-464002 MT-462002 MFB49009 MP24581820PT MA-WA49-1X Manufactur er Gain (dBi) Polarization Azimuth Beamwidth (Degree) Size Weight MTI 15.5 Vertical 90 530x260x11 (mm^3) 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) MTI 16 Vertical 60 350x150x30 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) MTI 9 Vertical Omni 18 in. (460 mm) 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg) MAXRAD 9 Vertical Omni 20.2 in 0.5 lbs (0.23 kg) MAXRAD 20 Vertical 60 384x353x48 (mm^3) 3.9 lbs (1.8 kg) Mars 21 Vertical 10.
MM-009804-001 5 UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT Before unpacking, installing or operating the VIDAMAX equipment, read this section of the manual thoroughly. It contains detailed unpacking and handling instructions, and safety precautions to protect users and equipment. 5.1 UNPACKING EQUIPMENT The VIDAMAX equipment may be shipped in separate transit packages. The associated cabling and accessories for each unit, if any, may also be shipped in separate containers.
MM-009804-001 6 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION 6.1 ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION Before installing the VIDAMAX Base Station, the System Engineer and installer should plan the site selection before attempting to install the base station. Since high frequencies do not readily pass through trees or buildings, consideration should be given to the following: 6.
MM-009804-001 Figure 6-1: Pole Mounting the VIDAMAX Base Station 6.3 ELECTRICAL POWER There are two configurations of the base station. The AC version is configured to accept 110 VAC power from standard U.S. utility power distribution. The DC Hardened version of the base station accepts +24 VDC (negative ground) power from a power supply or battery. 6.3.1 AC Power An AC powered VIDAMAX base station requires at least 2 amperes of electrical service: 6.3.
MM-009804-001 7 INSTALLATION The VIDAMAX Base Station resides in a Die Casting Metal Chassis to meet tough environmental conditions. The user can choose different antenna types (omni-directional or directional) depending on the application. It is preferred that the user specifies 50-Ohm low loss (@5GHz) cable with minimum length (5-feet maximum) between the antenna connector and antenna port on the base station to avoid further loss of RF power.
MM-009804-001 7.3 • Pole mounting straps, i.e.
MM-009804-001 a. Horizontal Mounting b. Vertical Mounting Figure 7-1: Mounting the VIDAMAX Base Station on Horizontal or Vertical Poles 7.4.1 Attaching the Mounting Bracket 1. Orient the brackets so when the base station is mounted on a pole, the fins are vertical. This position provides the best thermal convection (vertical fins) and shields the multiple connectors from rain. 2. Attach mounting brackets to base station using the flat washer, lock washer, and hex head bolt included with the brackets.
MM-009804-001 3. The preferable mounting scheme is to have omni-directional antenna pointing straight up. 7.4.2 Attaching the Base Station to a Pole Strap the base station to pole using Band-It bands and buckles (not supplied). Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for proper equipment and techniques. 7.5 POWER CABLES Power is supplied to the base station through a 3-pin connector.
MM-009804-001 7.7 NETWORK/DATA CONNECTION The AC version of the base station connects to the network using standard Ethernet RJ-45 protocol. The DC hardened version connects to the network through a standard LC multimode fiber optic connector. The proper connection in both cases is on the port that does not have the dust cap installed.
MM-009804-001 Figure 7-3: VIDAMAX Base Station Antenna with External Lightning Protection 7.8.2 Installing a Directional Antenna The directional antenna (weight less than 5 lb and size less than 350x350 mm^2) can be mounted on the base station using the universal mounting bracket. This mounting bracket is located on the antenna mounting face (cover) of the base station. The universal mounting bracket can then be adjusted to point the beam of the antenna in the direction needed for network connectivity.
MM-009804-001 4. Attach the short RF cable between the antenna and the base station antenna port. Recommend using < 5 ft. long LMR-400 Low loss coaxial cable with field installable N Type Male connectors, M/A-COM # MAMROS0095. Figure 7-4: Mounting a Directional Antenna to the VIDAMAX Base Station 7.9 GPS Antenna The Base Station performs time synchronization through GPS. An external GPS antenna connection is required. Various antennas are available in the marketplace.
MM-009804-001 7.10 RADIO CHASSIS AND CABLING 7.10.1 Attaching Base Station Cables To connect power to Base Station 1. Connect the M/A-COM power cable to the proper power source. 2. Mate the other end of the power cable’s connector to the 3-pin power connector on the base station by visually aligning the key and firmly push and turn the outer locking ring clockwise until it stops. A click will be sensed to confirm proper mating. 3.
MM-009804-001 8 OPERATION To operate the VIDAMAX Base Station, a Linux-based computer using Category 5 Ethernet cable is required and described in the following sections. 8.1 LOGGING INTO THE VIDAMAX BASE STATION To login to the VIDAMAX Base Station: 1. Connect the base station to a Linux-based computer using a Category 5 cable. 2. Power up the base station. Once powered up, the base station takes about 2-3 minutes to boot. 3.
MM-009804-001 3. The program causes a menu-driven screen to appear as illustrated below: 0 : Exit 1 : Change Channel : 2 : Transmit ON / OFF : Enter Your Choice : 4. To change the channel, type “1” and at the succeeding prompt enter the desired channel number: 0 : Exit 1 : Change Channel : 2 : Transmit ON / OFF : Enter Your Choice : 1 Enter Enter Channel Number : 10 Enter 5.
MM-009804-001 9 TROUBLESHOOTING AND SERVICING 9.1 TUNING AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURE Every VIDAMAX Base Station is fully calibrated for frequency and power before shipment to ensure compliance with FCC requirements. No further tuning is required by the customer or installer during the installation process. 9.1.1 Transmit Frequency Accuracy Calibration The accurate frequency setting is a key parameter for VIDAMAX Base Station.
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MM-009804-001 11 CABLE FABRICATION 11.1 ETHERNET CABLE PLUG KIT For the AC version of the base station, the Ethernet cable connected to the base station uses a RJ-45 connector protected by an Industrial Circular Ethernet plug assembly that protects the RJ-45 connector from the elements. The Stranded Wire Plug Kit (Tyco Electronics # 1738607-2), shown in Figure 11-1, consists of an 8-position Category 5e RJ-45 plug, load bar, and plug assembly.
MM-009804-001 11.1.2 Cable Selection The RJ-45 plug will accept Category 5e, 100–ohm unshielded round cable with the following specifications: • Cable type: 8–conductor • Conductor size: 24 AWG • Conductor type: 7–strand copper • Conductor insulation diameter: 0.039 in. (0.99 cm) maximum • Cable jacket diameter range: RJ-45 plug accepts: 0.190 through 0.220 in. (4.83 through 5.59 cm) OD (single jacket) Cable fitting accepts: 0.18 through 0.31 in. (4.6 through 7.9 cm) OD (double jacket) 11.1.
MM-009804-001 Insulation of individual conductors must not be cut or removed. This could result in shorted or open connections. Figure 11-2: Cable Preparation 3. Conductor pairs must be oriented side–by–side in the order shown in Figure 11-3, Detail A. The end of the cable jacket must be flattened so that the conductor pairs lay side–by–side. 4. Properly sequenced conductor pairs should extend into the cable jacket to the dimension given in Figure 11-3, Detail B, creating an oblong shape. 5.
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MM-009804-001 11.1.4 Termination Terminate the RJ-45 plug to the cable end using the following procedure: 1. The conductors (maintaining arrangement) must be inserted into the load bar (oriented so that the cable notch will align with the contacts) until the cable jacket rests against the cable notch. The conductor twist must not enter the front of the load bar. The conductors must be trimmed evenly and square with the front edge of the load bar to the dimension given in Figure 11-4, Detail A.
MM-009804-001 2. The conductors must be retracted from the load bar so that the conductors protrude from the end of the load bar to the dimension given in Figure 11-4, Detail B. The top of the load bar must not be deformed. If the load bar is deformed, the conductor twist entered the front of the load bar 3.
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