RadioFrame Networks MC-Series High-Power System Implementation Guide The information contained in this document is subject to, and designated as confidential Information of RadioFrame Networks in accordance with, the Mutual Nondisclosure Agreement dated as of October 9, 2002, as amended on September 9, 2004, by and between Nextel Communications, Inc. (Sprint Nextel) and RadioFrame Networks, Inc. November 3, 2006 998--01 Rev X1 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
Revision History MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Revision History Date Rev Notes November 3, 2006 X1 Preliminary Submit comments and corrections to: RadioFrame Networks, Inc. Technical Information Department 9461 Willows Road NE, Suite 100 Redmond, WA 98052 Tel.: +1 425 278 2780 Fax: +1 425 278 2781 http://www.radioframenetworks.com E-mail USinfo@radioframenetworks.com This document is posted as a .pdf file on the RadioFrame Networks web site at: http://www.radioframenetworks.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Revision History Table of Contents 1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 10 1.1 References .................................................................................................................................. 10 1.2 General Safety Information .................................................................................................
Revision History 3 4 5 6 iv MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2.5.8.2 Transmitter Performance Summary ........................................................................... 35 2.5.8.3 Tx Power Out.............................................................................................................. 35 2.5.8.4 Receiver Performance Summary ............................................................................... 36 2.5.8.5 Spurious RF Emissions ...............................
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Revision History 6.1.3.1 PCC ............................................................................................................................ 58 6.1.3.2 Pto (transmit power) .................................................................................................. 58 6.1.4 rxTxGain = 0 ....................................................................................................................... 58 6.1.4.1 defaultTxPower ..............
Figures MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 7.9.5 Power Distribution Unit........................................................................................................ 94 8 System Configuration Changes ..........................................................................................................97 8.1 Upgrading MC-Series System Software ...................................................................................... 97 8.1.
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Introduction 1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Introduction This MC-Series High Power Implementation Guide provides an overview of the RadioFrame Networks High Power Microcell (MC-Series) system and describes standards for installing, modifying and maintaining RadioFrame Networks equipment at Sprint Nextel customer sites.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Warning! Introduction Use extreme caution when wearing a conductive wrist strap near sources of high voltage. The low impedance provided by the wrist strap also increases the danger of lethal shock should accidental contact with high voltage sources occur. • Place FRUs only on an anti-static mat when removed from the system. The conductive surface must be connected to ground through 100 kΩ.
Introduction MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer. 1.2.3 2 Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. 3 Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 1.3.1 Introduction Technical Support For support of RadioFrame Networks equipment, contact the RadioFrame Networks Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at: (US) 1-800-328-0847 support@radioframenetworks.com 1.3.2 Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) Policy The MC-Series High-Power system has been designed so that Field Repairable Units (FRUs) can be replaced to restore normal system operation as quickly as possible.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Table 1 FRU Table ItemMaster PN Description 25688 176-7840-xx 800 MHz MC Series iDEN 2-Port RadioBlade Transceiver 25495 176-0870-xx 800 MHz RF Shelf 25496 176-0535-xx RadioBlade Transceiver Shelf (RBS) 25498 176-0800-xx MC-15 Airlink Interface Chassis (AIC) 25497 176-0900-xx MC-15 BTS Interface Chassis (BIC) 25499 176-7570-xx Base Processing Card (BPC) 25699 176-7555-xx Base Processing Card (BPC) with 2 SPAM-HC 25698 176
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition stand-alone microcell base transceiver station (BTS) in the integrated Dispatch Enhanced Network (iDEN) that simultaneously supports the 800E and 900 MHz bands with the necessary Tx amplification to achieve +36 dBm per carrier. The three-sector configuration supplies twelve full-duplex iDEN carriers per sector, or the equivalent of up to 36 Base Radios (BRs) per site. The MC-Series High Power system supports two-branch receive diversity.
System Definition 2.1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 MC-Series High Power System Configuration The MC-Series High Power system can be configured to have 1, 2 or 3 sectors. The single-sector configuration can have up to 12 BRs. In multi-sector configurations, up to 12 BRs may be assigned per sector, providing a maximum capacity of 36 BRs in a 3-sector configuration. As shipped, the MC-Series system is configured for 3 sectors. Configurations are summarized in Table 2.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition • Environmental Alarm System (EAS) provides additional external alarming as required The MC-Series High-Power system requires the following non-RFN hardware to be installed at the site. • Channel Service Unit (CSU) single-rack unit, high multi-purpose cross-connect, with the ability to aggregate multiple types of traffic onto a single T1 for backhaul to the MSO. • DC power source. RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 2 MC-Series High Power System 3-Sector Configuration 18 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2.2 System Definition RadioFrame Networks Hardware RadioFrame Networks hardware receives layer-3 control messages (control, voice, packet data, SNMP, etc.) from the iSC and converts them into layer 2 PDUs (Protocol Data Units) that are sent every 15 ms (received every 7.5 ms). Then the AIC converts the layer-2 PDUs into raw layer-1 Baseband I/Q samples that are sent/received every 7.5 ms. Figure 3 MC-Series High Power System Functional Diagram 2.2.
System Definition 2.2.1.1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 BIC CRIC The BIC Common RadioFrame Interface Card (CRIC) is located in the top front slot of the BIC. The BIC CRIC provides the Ethernet switch fabric to route packets to/from the AIC and hosts a microprocessor that serves as the primary controller of BPCs for systemmanagement purposes. The BIC CRIC has a serial port for local serial access, and eight 10/100BaseT Ethernet ports.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition provides conversion of the 10Base2 connection at the iSC to a 10BaseT connection in the BIC. Figure 9 CRTC Ports and Indicators 2.2.1.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 10 BIC RJ-45 Port Indicators link 2.2.2 activity Airlink Interface Chassis (AIC) 2.2.2.1 AIC CRIC The AIC Common RadioFrame Interface Card (CRIC) provides the Ethernet switch fabric to route packets to/from the RBS. The AIC CRIC hosts a microprocessor as the primary controller of BPC+SPAMs. The AIC CRIC has a serial port for local serial access, and eight 10/100BaseT Ethernet ports that are currently not used. 2.2.2.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition The RBS is divided logically into three sets of eight slots. Each set of slots is referred to as a group—A, B and C—numbered from left to right when facing the front of the unit. The groups share redundant DC-DC converters. The slot connectors on the RBS provide the control and data interface to each RadioBlade transceiver. Each group interfaces with the AIC via a separate 100BaseT Ethernet connection.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 16 RBS Rear View 2.2.3.1 RBS Ports Table 4 RBS Ports Ports Description Front Ports SERVICE ACCESS (A, B, C) Sprint Nextel technician local serial access Rear Ports 2.2.3.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition Figure 17 iDEN 2-Port RadioBlade Transceiver 2.2.4.1 800 MHz RadioBlade Transceivers Up to 36 RadioBlade transceivers are installed into the RadioBlade Shelf. 2.2.4.2 Multi-Channel RadioBlade Transceivers The MCRB duplicates the RF functions of up to 6 simultaneously operational iDEN radio transceivers, supporting six corresponding Transmit (Tx) – Receive (Rx) channel pairs with full-duplex operation.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 18 MCRB Label Position 2.2.4.3 Combined RadioBlade Transceivers in an RBS The MCRB allows up to 6 BRs to be assigned to a single physical RadioBlade transceiver with a requirement applied that all carriers need to be within the same 1.25 MHz band. Because of this requirement, all frequencies need to be known prior to the programming of the MCRB.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition pass filter and a sampling port. The Tx sampling port provides approximately top of the rack (TOR) minus 20 dB output power. The Tx power output at the top of the rack can be varied by changing the datafill. The PA is sized to allow sufficient linearity and gain such that a minimum of +29 dBm per carrier (up to 12 carriers) can be achieved at the top of the rack.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 23 PDU Rear View 2.2.7 Cabinet The MC-Series High Power system cabinet is a standard 19” equipment cabinet with vented, lockable side panels, vented lockable front and rear doors and a computer shelf on the inside of the front door. The cabinet is rated for seismic zone 4 and operates in an environment of 0° to +40° C ambient. External RF connectors are flush with the top of the cabinet in a recessed bulkhead.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition Figure 24 System Manager Main Page 2.4 Non-RFN Hardware Non-RFN hardware for the MC-Series system must be procured and then installed in order for the MC-Series system to be complete. 2.4.1 integrated Site Controller (iSC-3) (comes pre-installed) The MC-Series system includes a pair of redundant integrated Site Controllers, or iSC-3s, which are connected to the macro network through a Channel Service Unit (CSU).
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 • If the MC-Series system cabinet is deployed as a standalone unit (i.e., as the only cabinet in the area), plan to provide standard Sprint Nextel facility environmental sensors, wiring, and connections. Plan to install the EAS alarm blocks on the Telco board on the wall of the space where the MC-Series system cabinet is located, and locate the high-temperature and low-temperature sensors there.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Definition Figure 25 Punch Block Location within the MC-Series Rack 2.4.3 Channel Service Unit (CSU) (must be installed) The Channel Service Unit (CSU) provides the T1 connection between the iSC-3 and the telephone company that provides the T1 line. The CSU provides surge protection to the T1 line and loop-back testing for the telephone company. For more information about the CSU, refer to the manufacturer's documentation. 2.4.
System Definition 2.5 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Specifications 2.5.1 Dimensions Table 7 MC-Series High-Power System Dimensions Supplier RadioFrame Networks Non-RFN 32 Component Equipment Dimensions Width Depth 23.5” 25.5” 79” 42U ABIC 19” 13” 7” 4U LNAS 19” 13.5” 3.5” 2U RBS 19” 18.5” 5.25” 3U HPPAR 19” 21” 15.75” 9U MCPA Breakers 19” 15.5” 3.5” 2U Tx Filter Shelf 19” 14” 8.75” 5U Rx Filter Shelf 19” 14” 8.75” 5U PDU 19” 6” 3.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2.5.2 System Definition Weight Table 8 Weight Supplier Component Weight RadioFrame Networks cabinet 830 lbs (fully loaded) 1040 lbs (shipped) ABIC 22 lbs LNAS TBD RBS 60 lbs (24 RadioBlade transceivers) HPPAR TBD MCPA Breakers TBD Tx Filter Shelf Rx Filter Shelf PDU 10 lbs DC-DC Converter Bank Non-RFN 2.5.3 iSC-3 16 lbs (8 lbs each) EAS 6 lbs CSU 10 lbs Floor Loading Table 9 Floor Loading 2.5.
System Definition 2.5.5 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Power Consumption Table 11 Power Consumption per Assembly (See Note) Assembly Qty Power per Assembly (W) Total Power (W) Current (A @ –48 VDC) RF Shelf 3 532.7 1305.6 29.2 RBS (24 RadioBlade transceivers) 1 67.2 67.2 1.4 BIC 1 110.0 110.0 2.3 AIC 1 115.2 115.2 2.4 ISC 2 24.0 48.0 1.0 EAS 1 19.2 19.2 0.4 CSU 1 40.0 TOTAL 40.0 0.8 1705 35.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2.5.8.1 System Definition Operating Frequency Bands Table 14 Transmit and Receive Frequencies Band Receive Frequency (MHz) 800E 900 2.5.8.2 Transmit Frequency (MHz) 806.0125 to 823.9875 851.0125 to 868.9875 896.01875 to 900.98125 935.01875 to 939.98125 Transmitter Performance Summary Table 15 Transmitter Performance Summary Parameter Condition (Note 1) Tx Output Power Level (Note 2) OMC Datafill: DefaultTxPower = 9.
System Definition MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Table 16 TOR Output Power 2.5.8.4 defaultTxPower TOR Tx Output (dBm) 8.4 +18 8.5 +19 8.6 +20 8.7 +21 8.8 +22 8.9 +23 9.0 +24 9.1 +25 9.2 +26 9.3 +27 9.4 +28 9.5 +29 Receiver Performance Summary Table 17 Receiver Performance Summary Parameter Condition (NOTE 1) Value Unit Min Typ Max –106 -- –40 dBm Absolute Maximum where no damage occurs -- -- +10 dBm Residual BER Input signal of –80 dBm -- -- 0.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2.5.9 Pre-Installation Environmental Specifications Table 18 Environmental Specifications Parameter Ambient Temperature Humidity Altitude Value Condition Normal operation Typ Max 0 27 40 °C Storage –40 +70 °C Normal operation relative, non-condensing 10 90 % Storage, non-condensing 5 90 % –60 1800 m Relative to mean sea level. Shock 2.5.
Pre-Installation 3.1.1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Space Requirements Establish the following specifications to meet National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA) Code and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standards. Any local regulations, as applicable, shall also be adhered to. • Ceiling height shall be at least 8' 6” above a finished floor to allow enough space for the height of the cabinet and cable access at the top of the cabinet.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 3.1.6 Pre-Installation Power Ensure that a DC power source is available that can supply full power requirements for both the MC-Series system cabinet and all ancillary equipment for the installation. This power source may be a bulk DC power source, an internally mounted DC powerplant, or an external DC powerplant.
Pre-Installation 3.1.10 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Alarm Blocks Various alarms or sensors are installed within the Sprint Nextel site building. All alarm wiring terminates at the Environmental Alarm System (EAS) location within the cabinet. All alarm wires shall be tagged and labeled with the appropriate alarm item. All contacts will be normally closed, dry and isolated from ground.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 • • • • 3.3 Pre-Installation Installing T1 cabling Installing a GPS antenna system Installing facility alarms Adding HVAC MC-Series High-Power System Installation Kit RadioFrame Networks provides the materials listed in Table 20 in an installation kit shipped with the MC-Series High-Power system. Table 20 Installation Kit Materials List Qty 3.4 Item Usage 2 GPS surge arrestors, 2.
Installation 3.4.3 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Sectorization In an omni (single-sector) configuration, all RadioBlade transceivers are assigned to the same sector. In a 2- or 3-sector configuration, each group (A, B and C) may be assigned to a different sector. All RadioBlade transceivers within the group must be assigned to the same sector—multiple groups can be assigned to the same sector, but multiple sectors cannot be assigned within the same group. 4 Installation 4.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 4.2.1 Installation Equipment Inspection Inspect the equipment immediately upon receipt. If obvious damage has occurred to the shipping container before unpacking, contact the shipping agent. Ask that a representative of the shipping company be present while the equipment is unpacked.
Installation MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 26 Locations of Non-RFN Hardware in MC-Series High-Power System Rack 44 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 4.3.1 Installation iSC-3s Note: Typically, the iSC-3s are installed by RadioFrame Networks before the MC-Series High-Power system is shipped. If you need to install an iSC-3, follow this procedure. 1 While supporting the iSC-3, slide the iSC-3 into the cabinet mounting position. 2 Mount the iSC-3 in the location shown in Figure 26. If necessary, install side rails in the mounting position in the rack.
Installation MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 27 Connections between the Primary iSC and BIC 4.3.2 EAS Note: Typically, the EAS is installed by RadioFrame Networks before the MC-Series High-Power system is shipped. If you need to install an EAS, follow this procedure: 1 While supporting the EAS, slide the EAS into the cabinet mounting position. 2 Mount the EAS in the location shown in Figure 26.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Installation For complete cabling information, refer to Appendix C “High-Power iDEN Microcell Rack Stack-Up, 3-Sector (Default) Configuration”. 4.3.3 CSU Warning! Always connect the power cable to the CSU before connecting the power cable to the PDU. 1 Remove the cabinet mounting rails from the CSU mounting location. 2 While supporting the CSU, slide the CSU into the cabinet mounting position.
Installation MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 • RF (Tx / Rx / Rx diversity) • Power Figure 29 Top of the Rack (TOR), Dual-Band Bulkhead, Cabling and Equipment 4.5.1 Grounding 1 Ground the cabinet ground bar to the site according to Sprint Nextel’s installation instructions using 2-hole terminal lug. Type is Panduit 2-hole, P/N LCD6-14A, or equivalent. Required crimp tool is CT-1700.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Note: Final Checkout and Commissioning Make sure the element on the side of the surge arrestor is accessible, depending on the site configuration. 4 Connect the cable from GPS surge arrestor to the primary iSC-3, rear port GPS (P/N820-0620-00; GPS-ISC to GPS_1 TOR). 5 Connect the cable from the second GPS surge arrestor to the secondary iSC-3, rear port GPS (P/N820-0620-00; GPS-ISC to GPS_2 TOR).
Final Checkout and Commissioning • • • • 5.1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Initial power System setup System verification Functionality test Prerequisites Ensure that the following has taken place: • The T1 is live and has been tested • The datafill has been completed, including BR cabinet and position assignments, and conforms to the recommended datafill shown in section 6.1.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 5.2 Final Checkout and Commissioning Checkout Procedures Caution! Verify that all breakers in the PDU are in the OFF position prior to proceeding. Leave them in the OFF position until instructed otherwise. 1 Verify that all breakers in the PDU are in the OFF position prior to proceeding. Leave them in the OFF position until instructed otherwise.
Final Checkout and Commissioning MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 10 Wait approximately 3 minutes for the following indications: RBS: The STATUS LED for each Group will turn green in this order: A, B and then C. RBS: The RADIOBLADE TRANSCEIVER STATUS LEDs will turn red and then green for each present RadioBlade transceiver. If no RadioBlade transceiver is present, the LED will not light.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Final Checkout and Commissioning Figure 31 Location of BIC CRIC Laptop Connection Port BIC front BIC CRIC laptop connection 2 Set the laptop IP address to 192.168.200.4 (static) and turn off DHCP. Note: System Manager does not support DHCP. Therefore you must configure a static IP address on the same subnet as the System Manager HTTP server. 3 Start System Manager. Launch a browser session and enter the MC-Series High-Power system IP address: http://192.168.
Final Checkout and Commissioning MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 32 System Manager Welcome Screen 4 Log in to System Manager. Select the System Configuration tab to display the login window. For User Name, type Sysadmin (case sensitive). For Password, type Radioframe (case sensitive), and then select OK. To change the password, refer to section 6.2.1.2 “Changing the System Password”.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Final Checkout and Commissioning 5 Select the iDEN Configuration link at the bottom of the System Configuration page. On the iDEN Configuration page, make sure the configuration agrees with the site datafill and also the RF cabling. The sector assignments must match the cabling inn the back of the cabinet. All cab/pos values must be associated with the appropriate sector.
Final Checkout and Commissioning MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 8 Validate ToR output power or go to step 9. Connect the General Dynamics R2660 Series Communication System Analyzer to the top of the rack Tx OUT 1. Then set up the R2660 for iDEN Base mode. Enter the control channel frequency for sector 1, and then measure the output power of that frequency. For specifications, refer to section 2.5.8.2 “Transmitter Performance Summary”.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 6 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization This section describes configuration techniques that affect the behavior of the MC-Series High-Power system. Section 6.1 covers the datafill parameters as they differ from the Motorola EBTS. Section 6.2 covers configuration options using System Manager, with sections 6.2.1 and 6.2.2 introducing basic operations and 6.2.3 presenting optimization procedures.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization 6.1.2.1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 combinerType This parameter specifies the type of combiner used to connect the cells Base Radios to the antenna. The options are hybrid and cavity. The MC-Series High-Power system is similar to a cavity type combiner physically but it does not have the same frequency limitations as the cavity combiner that this parameter is used for. 6.1.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 6.2 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization System Manager, Configuration and Optimization 6.2.1 Navigating System Manager 6.2.1.1 Logging into System Manager 1 Connect a laptop computer to port 8 of the BIC CRIC using an Ethernet (Cat-5) cable. 2 Start System Manager by typing the IP address of the MC-Series system into Internet Explorer (default 192.168.200.5).
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 8 Select OK. Figure 36 Network Password Pop-up Dialog Box 6.2.1.2 Changing the System Password 1 Select the Home tab, and then select the User Provisioning link. 2 For Select User Name, choose the appropriate system title from the dropdown menu. 3 Typically, choose Sysadmin (Entire System) unless instructed to do otherwise. 4 Type the Current Password.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 6.2.2 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization Configuring the MC-Series High-Power System 6.2.2.1 Navigating the System Configuration The System Configuration page displays icons depicting the AIC, BIC and the RBS (see Figure 38). The colored bar beneath each icon represents the status of that component as listed in Table 21. Figure 38 BIC Configuration Page Showing AIC, BIC and RBS Status RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Table 21 Status Color Interpretations Color Status Indicator Description Green Active The component is installed, configured and operational. Yellow Inactive The component is installed but has not been configured. Red Alarm The component has returned an alarm condition. Refer to section 7 “Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance” for specific alarm conditions.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization Figure 39 RadioBlade Status Page RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization 6.2.2.3 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Locking and Unlocking a RadioBlade Transceiver Select the RadioBlade transceiver icon or the RadioBlade Control link at the top of the RBS Status page.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization Figure 40 RadioBlade Control Page 6.2.2.4 RadioBlade Alarms Page The RadioBlade Alarms Page displays information for both types of RadioBlades either on a per-channel or per-blade basis, as appropriate for that type of alarm. This page is shown in Figure 41 RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 41 RadioBlade Alarms Page 6.2.2.5 Changing the Device Name, IP Address or Building Location The System Configuration page displays the configuration for the selected component (BIC, AIC and RBS) including the Device Name, IP Address and Building Address—this information can be changed at any time.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization 3 The IP Address is assigned during the installation of the MC-Series system, and doesn’t need to be changed. 4 For Building Address, enter up to 3,000 alphanumeric characters specifying the location of the component. Enter information such as the street address, mailing address, building and other site information, as well as the building floor, Telco closet and cabinet location. 5 Select Save Changes.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 43 Software Version Information Page 6.2.2.7 Changing the iDEN Configuration The MC-Series system operates as a series of base radios. Each RadioBlade transceiver in the MC-Series is assigned a BR ID and sector (1, 2 or 3). And, each BR in the MCSeries system is assigned a default cabinet position in the site datafill.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization Figure 44 iDEN Configuration Page 6.2.3 Optimization Procedures 6.2.3.1 Local Performance Monitoring 1 In System Manager, select the Performance Monitoring tab. RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 45 Operational Status—Performance Monitoring Page 70 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization 2 Select a BR icon to display the Base Radio Performance Statistics page. 3 Verify that the mean INI is within normal range (will vary depending on what is connected between TOR and the antenna). 4 Verify that the % poor SQE does not exceed 2% on a substantial number of packets (i.e., greater than 10,000 packets). 5 Repeat steps 2 through 4 for each BR in the system.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 47 Uplink Analyzer Page To use the Uplink Analysis Tool: 1 Select a radio and channel: Select the base radio from the BR ID menu. Select the channel from the Logical Channel menu. Click Update Graph to clear the screen and start a new graph with the new radio and channel. Click Clear Graph to reset the graph and start fresh with the current base radio and channel.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization monitor voice quality. The person on the Mobile simply speaks into the mobile and can hear his or her own voice. To use the Voice Loopback Test feature: 1 Click Start Test on the Voice Loopback Diagnostic Test Page to start the voice packet loopback. The first call, and only the first call, set up after Start Test is selected will be looped back.
Management—Datafill, Configuration and Optimization MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 49 System Parameter Information Page Note: The datafill parameters “hdvrCINROutboundThreshold” and “rconCINROutboundThreshold” are modified in the iSC per the iDEN specification. The value displayed as “rsel_threshold” in the System Parameter Information page reflects the observed BCCH value, which is the datafill value of “rconCINROutboundThreshold”, offset by + 14 dB.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance • Port connections • Sector locations 7 7.1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance Maintenance A report of the MC-Series High-Power system should be maintained and left on site. This report will provide metrics for possible concerns with individual components and/or the entire system. It is important that the technician performing the checks understand the equipment theory and operation.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance 7.4.1 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 ABIC Table 22 BIC LED Indications LED POWER STATUS Indication Corrective action green normal condition none not lit no power to ABIC Verify that ABIC circuit breaker on PDU is ON. Check power connection to PDU. Measure power input, and compare with tolerances listed in section 2 “Specifications”. Verify that the power source is operational.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 7.4.2 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance RBS Table 23 RBS LED Indications LED STATUS RADIOBLADE TRANSCEIVER STATUS Indication Corrective action green normal condition none not lit no power to RBS Verify that RBS circuit breaker on PDU is ON. Check power connection to PDU. Measure power input, and compare with tolerances listed in section 2.5,”Specifications”. Verify that the power source is operational.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance 7.5 MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Manager Alarms The MC-Series system provides fault alarming and isolation within System Manager for individual components, which consists of detecting catastrophic faults that prevent a component from responding to a periodic “ping”. Depending on the severity, alarms are sent to the OMC via the iSC-3.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance Figure 50 Alarm Log Page Table 25 Alarm Log Fields Alarms Log Field Description Details Displays details of the alarm in the Alarm Details window Timestamp Date and time alarm occurred (in Greenwich meantime-GMT) Affected Service iden: iDEN software only asp: platform software only rfn: All system software is affected (platform, iDEN) Perceived Severity cleared: A ‘set’ alarm has been cleared and moved to Alarm Hist
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Table 26 Alarm Details Fields Alarm Details Field 7.5.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance Event Description Advisor Site Service call Comments None Alert Names BREFCTLBD35009 Last updated 8/3/2001 Revision 7.5.3 Change Notes 8/3/2001: per new EBTS rules baseline. Changed severity and threshold from GR1 to: Severity=minor BounceThreshold=3 Bounce Threshold Minutes=30 Duration Threshold=10 Action Create trouble ticket. Contact Field Technician.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Tx Overflow RadioBlade transceiver received too many packets to transmit. Rx OverFlow Sample buffer overflowed. Slot mismatch Received packets were not consecutive. CRC errors Received Ethernet packets had CRC errors. If a RadioBlade transceiver generates enough errors such that it crosses the Bounce and Duration threshold for that particular error, an alarm will be generated.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance In all the conditions described below, if RadioBlade transceivers are present in the system that are in the hot-standby state, then locking the RadioBlade transceiver (due to alarms, removal of a RadioBlade transceiver or administratively locking RadioBlade transceivers) will result in the hot Standby Blade transceiver being assigned to the BR that de-registered the locked RadioBlade transceiver. 7.6.1.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 effects of a) the locked RadioBlade transceiver and b) the locking policy will likely return to the disabled state. The RadioBlade Control page of System Manager has a “Lock All / Unlock All” feature. Refer to Figure 51. Selecting the padlock icon for a two-port RadioBlade (RBD2) transceiver locks the blade.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 7.7 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance Serial Log Upload Procedure Complete this procedure before disconnecting and removing the BIC, AIC, RBS or an RF shelf from the MC-Series system rack, or at the direction of RadioFrame Networks technical support. 1 Select the Diagnostics tab in System Manager, and then select the Serial Log Upload link.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 53 Serial Log Upload Page with IP Address Prompt 3 Copy the contents of the serial log window into a text file and save the text file. 4 Email the text file to the Technical Assistance Center at: support@radioframenetworks.com 7.8 Power Down Procedure When powering down the entire MC-Series system, follow these instructions.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance • Primary iSC-3; then ensure that the power switch on the front of the unit is in the OFF position 7.9 Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) Procedures The MC-Series system has been designed so that Field Repairable Units (FRUs) can be replaced to restore normal system operation as quickly as possible. Refer to section 1.3 “Repair and Technical Support”, Table 1, which lists RadioFrame Networks FRUs.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2 Always use a static grounding wrist strap before handling any board—do not attach the wrist strap to any painted surface on the chassis unit. 3 Facing the BIC or AIC, remove the CRIC that is to be replaced, following these guidelines: Loosen the blue knurled knobs on both sides of the board. Pull firmly on the tabs located on the bottom of the CRIC.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance BIC CRIC and AIC CRIC: The POWER and STATUS LEDs will turn red and then green. All other BIC and AIC card LEDs will turn green. 7 Using the breaker on the PDU, turn up each RF Shelf and then verify that each RF Shelf is operational before proceeding. The POWER and ALARM LEDs on the front of the RF Shelf will turn green. 8 FOR THE BIC CRIC ONLY: complete the procedures in sections 5.4 and 5.5. 7.9.3.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 5 Place the old board in the antistatic packaging for shipment. 6 Using the breakers on the PDU, turn up the BIC, AIC and RBS 1 (and RBS 2 if present), and then verify that the components are operational before proceeding. Wait approximately 3 minutes for the following indicators: RBS: The STATUS LED for each group will turn green in this order: A, B and then C.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance Do not mount the board in any orientation other than that specified in the diagram. Insert the board straight into the chassis unit so as not to damage any components contained on the board. Press firmly to seat the board into the connectors within the chassis unit. Tighten the blue knurled knobs on each end of the board finger tight only—do not use a screwdriver to tighten the screws and do not over tighten.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Pull firmly on the tabs located on the bottom of the CRTC. Gently slide the CRTC straight out and away from the chassis unit so as not to damage any components contained on the board. 4 Remove the CRTC from its antistatic packaging and insert it into the chassis unit as shown in Figure 58, and follow these guidelines: Do not jam the board in any way while inserting it.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance Figure 59 Front View of the RadioBlade Shelf (RBS) 1 Take the RadioBlade transceiver out of service by locking it (refer to the procedure in section 6.2.2.3: “Locking and Unlocking a RadioBlade Transceiver”). The RBS is divided into three groups (A, B and C) from left to right.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 61 Seating the RadioBlade Transceiver 7 Connect the Rx and Tx cables to the correct ports on the RadioBlade transceiver, and use the SMA torque wrench to tighten. 8 Re-insert the RBS into its chassis. To do this, press up on one side rail locking arm and press down on the other side-rail locking arm, and then push the unit into the rack (see Figure 62).
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance breakers has a three-position switch: ON, OFF or TRIPPED. The single alarm output connected to each breaker is normally closed and goes open when a breaker is tripped. Warning! Verify that all breakers in the PDU are in the OFF position prior to proceeding. Leave them in the OFF position until instructed otherwise. 1 Verify that all breakers are in the OFF position on the front of the PDU.
Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 10 Using the breaker on the PDU, turn up each RF Shelf and then verify that each RF Shelf is operational before proceeding. The POWER and ALARM LEDs on the front of the RF Shelf will turn green. 11 Complete the procedures in sections 5.4 and 5.5. 96 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 8 System Configuration Changes System Configuration Changes 8.1 Upgrading MC-Series System Software The MC-Series High-Power system is shipped with the latest software installed. With each new software release, RadioFrame Networks provides its customers with the new software and accompanying information in the RadioFrame Networks Customer Release Notes. The following procedures describe how to upgrade MC-Series system software.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Program Files\WFTPD. If you do not see it there, you need to follow the Windows 2000 configuration method.) 6 In the Browse dialog box, select the file Wftpd.exe and click Open. Figure 65 Executing Wftpd from the Windows XP Laptop Run Dialog Box 7 Click OK in the Run dialog box to start WFTPD. 8 Check configuration as follows: Navigate to the Security menu and select Users/Rights . . . .
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes 6 The configuration in Figure 67 is for Wfptd: Figure 67 Wftptd Settings (Bottom of Screen Shot) 7 From the Security menu, select General, configure the General Security page as shown in Figure 68 and then select OK.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 69 User / Rights Security Dialog Box Settings 9 Select the New User… button, and then for User Name type board in the text box, and then select OK. Figure 70 New-User Name 10 For New Password type wind, then retype wind in the Verify Password text box, and then select OK. 100 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Figure 71 Password 11 The User/Rights Security dialog box reappears, and the User Name is now set to board. Select the Rights button and verify that the settings are the same as shown below, and then select Done. Figure 72 User Name Set in User/Rights Security Dialog Box Now proceed to the next section to upgrade the system software. 8.1.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 RFN software that supports software baselining. For SW download scenarios involving other software upgrades or downgrades, please contact RFN Technical Support for specific instructions (1-800-328-0847). The procedure also assumes that the service laptop to be used for upgrading the system software contains the system software load extracted to the root directory and that the correctly configured FTP server is running on the laptop.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Figure 73 Download and Reset Links Note: iDEN Cabinet/Sector Information is not preserved in a downgrade from a 14.0 MCRB release to any non-MCRB release. Care should be taken to record this information and re-enter it as necessary after a downgrade. Note: In the following procedures, ffs0 is partition A; ffs1 is partition B.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 4 Using the inactive partition—“Download Version A” or “Download Version B” in System Manager—navigate to the /iden2/loads/BplusMC-Series directory, and then run the download on the following file (observe the Download Successful page; if it fails, repeat the download): iden_staging.txt Reboot the system using System Manager to the new load and wait for the download to complete successfully, which may take several minutes.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Figure 74 Software Version Information Page 2 Review the SW Versions A and SW Versions B to make sure the latest software is loaded in the correct partition. 3 Verify that the SW Selected and SW Loaded for each component in the system is correct. 8.1.5 Reverting to the previous version of software Revert to a previous version of MC-Series system software only if the upgrade fails.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 2 Select the Software Download & System Reset on the System Configuration page. 3 On the Software Download & System Reset page (Figure 73), select the Reset System button. 8.3 Adding or Removing RadioBlade Transceivers The MC-Series High-Power system supports hot swapping of RadioBlade transceivers. This means that replacement of a RadioBlade transceiver can be done while the system is live and does not require a system reset.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 8.4.2 System Configuration Changes GPS surge arrestor Figure 75 shows the surge arrestor dimensions and Table 31 shows the performance specifications. Figure 75 PolyPhaser RGT Broadband DC Pass Protector Table 31 Surge Arrestor Specifications 8.4.3 Current 10 ADC Insertion Loss ≤ 0.25 dB Freq.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Appendix A.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Term Definition RSSI Received Signal Strength Indicator RX Receive SCCH Secondary Control Channel SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol SQE Signal Quality Estimator SR Software Release TBD To be determined TOR Top of the Rack TRD Technical Requirements Document TX Transmit UL Underwriters Laboratories WiDEN Wideband iDEN RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Appendix B. IP Address Requirements The following table lists default IP addresses for RadioFrame Networks chassis boards, and the default IP address required for logging in to the MC-Series system. Table 33 Address and Port Numbers for Chassis Boards Device Chassis Slot/Port IP Address Laptop N/A port 8 192.168.200. 253 BIC CRIC Slot 0 192.168.200. 5 BPC Slot 1 192.168.200. 6 BPC Slot 2 192.168.200.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Appendix C. High-Power iDEN Microcell Rack StackUp, 3-Sector (Default) Configuration RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Appendix D. Functionality Test Procedures D.1 Interconnect and Dispatch Setup and Voice Quality Testing Interconnect and Dispatch voice quality will be assessed by evaluating voice links as described in Table 34, Table 35 and Table 36. RSSI and SQE measurements will be made via the handset. These tests are to be performed on a selected sample set of links.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Table 36 Private Dispatch Call Quality, Setup and Stability Test # MO/MT Carrier # RSSI (dBm) SQE (dBm) Quality (1-5) Sector Duration (Min) 1 2:30 2 2:30 3 2:30 4 2:30 5 2:30 6 2:30 7 2:30 8 2:30 9 2:30 10 2:30 D.2 Packet Data Service Connection and Latency The Packet Data service will be tested and verified on the MC-Series system.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Table 38 Packet Data Latency over Motorola EBTS Test # Handset Carrier # RSSI (dBm) SQE (dBm) Ping (No. Echos) Router (IP Address) Average Round-Trip Time (mSec) 1 100 xxx.xxx.xxx.x 0 2 100 xxx.xxx.xxx.x 0 3 100 xxx.xxx.xxx.x 0 4 100 xxx.xxx.xxx.x 0 5 100 xxx.xxx.xxx.x 0 D.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Table 39 Handover and Reselection Test Worksheet Test # Handover (Mobile #) Carrier # from (HEX) Carrier # to (HEX) 1 2 3 Cell Reselection (Mobile #) 1 2 3 D.5 Interconnect Connection Stability and SQE Performance A single link for 3:1 Interconnect should be maintained for 30 minutes each. Table 40 presents the data to be collected for each selected link.
System Configuration Changes D.8 System MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Self-Recovery Test The following test is to determine the ability of the MC-Series system to recover from various iSC-3 conditions. 1 Loss of T1 While the MC-Series system is operating, disconnect the T1 connection to the iSC3 for one minute, and then reconnect it. Monitor the system recovery, and then validate the system by placing a successful call on each sector.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Appendix E. Tx / Rx Curves The 800 MHz Tx filter frequency response is shown in Figure 76. Figure 76 800E Band Transmit Filter Frequency Response The 900MHz Tx filter response is shown in Figure 77. Figure 77 900 MHz Transmit Filter Frequency Response RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 78 800E Band Rx Filter Response Figure 79 900 MHz Band Rx Filter Response 118 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Appendix F. BER Test Procedure The Bit Error Rate (BER) Diagnostic Test is used to execute BER tests of the MC-Series system. The Diagnostic Test supports multi-channel RadioBlade (MCRB) transceivers in both the 900 MHz band and the 800 MHz bands and also two-port, 800-band RadioBlade® (RBD2) transceivers. BER testing gives a pass/fail determination for each blade and should be performed on all blades in the RadioBlade shelf (RBS).
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 BER Test on an MCRB Because the MCRB supports up to six carriers, the BR to RadioBlade transceiver ratio can range from one-to-one up to six-to-one. BER testing confirms the functionality of the blade hardware itself at selected frequencies and sensitivity levels, allowing you to check functionality specifically in the assigned ranges.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Motorola R2660 On the R2660, set the 10 MHz STD toggle switch to INT and power it up. Connect the TOR Rx port that is being tested (e.g., 900 Rx1 to test 900 MHz) to the RF IN/OUT or GEN OUT port on the R2660, depending on the desired test signal level. Note: Attenuate as required. F.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 81 RadioBlade Control Page RadioBlade transceivers are listed on the RadioBlade Control page by slot number (1 through 24). If a RadioBlade transceiver is administratively locked, the icon in the Locked/Unlocked column is closed. If the RadioBlade transceiver is unlocked, the lock is open.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes RadioBlade Transceiver BER Test This section covers the method to use to measure receiver BER and determine whether each RadioBlade transceiver passes. Testing is organized by sector to minimize the need to move the Sig Gen leads. Because you are testing an MC-Series system that is not in service, you can simply leave the leads connected to the sector Rx port at TOR for the duration of the tests on that sector.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 82 System Diagnostics Page 7 On the Bit Error Rate Test page (Figure 83), select the RadioBlade transceiver that is to be tested. 124 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Figure 83 Bit Error Rate Test Page The Start Test page is formatted as shown in “BER Test on an MCRB” in section F.3 explains the use of the center carrier in BR testing with the MCRB. 8 Figure 84. Optionally, if the blade you are testing is an MCRB, you can enter a Center Carrier (in decimal format); if no value is entered in this field, the band will be centered on the specified carrier.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Figure 84 Bit Error Rate Start Test Page 126 CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes 9 Verify that the displayed Rx Frequency matches the desired receive frequency. 10 Approximately every second, the page reports the current BER measurement (BER) and the running average of the ten latest BER measurements (BER Avg). Record these results, and then select the Stop Test button.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 Table 43 BER Test Notes Master Sector/ Test Seq. # 128 BR Cab. Pos. Freq./ Cent. Freq. (MHz) Sensitivity Threshold (dBm) Max. Level Threshold (dBm) CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TRADE SECRET INFORMATION Locked/ Unlocked After Test? Pass/Fail RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Appendix G. Dangerous RF Emissions Precautions The MC-Series system has been approved for antennas up to +20 dBi. At energy levels within the approved range, operation may present hazards to life and health. Warning! RF emission level is a function of the installation. Accordingly, it is the responsibility of the equipment owner, and not RadioFrame Networks, Inc., to apply signage to the site if it is required under 47 CFR 1.1310.
System Configuration Changes MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 All personnel entering the site must be authorized. Warning! Obey all posted signs. Warning! Assume all antennas are active. Warning! Before working on antennas, notify owners and disable appropriate transmitters. Warning! Maintain minimum 3 feet clearance from all antennas. Warning! Do not stop in front of antennas. Warning! Use personal RF monitors while working near antennas.
MC-Series High-Power System 998--01 Rev X1 System Configuration Changes Never operate transmitters without shields during normal operation. Warning! Do not operate base station antennas in equipment rooms. Warning! RadioFrame Networks, Inc.
