AN-30e PTP System User Manual 70-00035-01 Proprietary Redline Communications © 2004 Page 1 of 104 November 2004
AN-30e user manual Copyright Information All rights reserved June 2004. The information in this document is proprietary to Redline Communications Inc. This document may not in whole or in part be copied, reproduced, or reduced to any medium without prior consent, in writing, from Redline Communications Incorporated. Copyright © 2004 Redline Communications Inc. Contact Information Redline Communications Inc. 302 Town Centre Blvd. Markham, ON Canada L3R 0E8 Web site: http://www.redlinecommunications.
AN-30e user manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 2 2.1 3 3.1 3.1.1 3.1.2 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 4.3.7 4.4 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.4.4 4.4.5 4.4.6 5 5.1 5.2 5.2.1 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.3 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 5.3.4 Important Safety & Service Notices....................................................... 9 Safety Warnings ........................................................................................ 9 Important Warning Symbols ......................................
AN-30e user manual 5.4 5.5 5.5.1 5.5.2 5.5.3 5.6 5.7 5.7.1 5.7.2 5.7.3 5.8 5.9 5.9.1 5.9.2 5.9.3 5.9.4 5.9.5 5.10 5.10.1 5.10.2 6 6.1 6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.3 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.1.6 7 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 8 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.3.1 8.3.2 8.3.3 8.3.4 8.4 8.4.1 8.4.2 System Logs............................................................................................ 37 Configure System .................................................................................... 38 Ethernet Configuration:..............................
AN-30e user manual 8.4.3 8.4.4 8.5 8.6 CLI Commands.................................................................................... 86 Sample TDM CLI Setup Scripts........................................................... 96 About SNMP.......................................................................................... 100 Glossary Of Terms ................................................................................
AN-30e user manual LIST OF TABLES Table 1: Terms .................................................................................................... 16 Table 2: Wireless Link Diagnostics ..................................................................... 23 Table 3: Wireless Signal Diagnostics .................................................................. 24 Table 4: terminal LAN Ethernet Port Pinout ........................................................ 24 Table 5: Ethernet Link/Act Diagnostics .
AN-30e user manual Table 45: CLI - System Configuration ................................................................. 89 Table 46: CLI - TDM General Commands........................................................... 92 Table 47: CLI - TDM Set and Get Commands .................................................... 92 Table 48: CLI - TDM Serial Interface Commands ............................................... 93 Table 49: CLI - TDM DS0 Bundle Commands ....................................................
AN-30e user manual LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1: AN-30e System: Terminal, Transceiver, and Antenna......................... 15 Figure 2: AN-30e terminal ................................................................................... 17 Figure 3: AN-30e Ethernet/TDM Transport ......................................................... 18 Figure 4: AN-30e Multi-Hop Deployment Example ............................................. 20 Figure 5: Front Panel - Wireless LEDs..........................................
AN-30e user manual Chapter 1 1 Important Safety & Service Notices 1.1 Safety Warnings - Read this User Manual and follow all operating and safety instructions. - Keep all product information for future reference. - This product is supplied with a grounding power plug. Do not defeat this important safety feature. - Power requirements are indicated on product-marking label. Do not exceed the described limits. - Always replace the fuse with the correct type and current rating.
AN-30e user manual 1.2 Important Warning Symbols The following symbols may be encountered during installation or troubleshooting. These warning symbols mean danger. Bodily injury may result if you are not aware of the safety hazards involved in working with electrical equipment and radio transmitters. Familiarize yourself with standard safety practices before continuing. Electro-Magnetic Radiation 1.3 High Voltage Important Service Information 1. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel.
AN-30e user manual 1.4 FCC Notice 1. The System is used as a fixed wireless Ethernet bridge that requires professional installation with specified antennas and output power levels certified under the FCC Grant for System for point-to-point mode of operations. 2. FCC RF Exposure Requirements: T-54 and T-58: The antenna(s) used for these radios must be fixed-mounted on outdoor permanent structures. In point-to-point applications each antenna must be separated from all persons by a distance of at least 2.
AN-30e user manual 1.5 UL Information - The equipment must be properly grounded according with NEC and other local safety code requirements - Caution for all AC and DC models: Double Pole/Neutral Fusing. - The DC source must be fused at Time Delay 2.5A, 250V. - The DC input wiring must be minimum 18 AWG. - The DC input source must be SELV. - The DC input source must comply with local electrical codes.
AN-30e user manual 1.7 Lightning Protection WARNING: The following notes are general recommendations for the system. The wireless equipment should be installed by a qualified professional installer and must follow local and national codes for electrical grounding and safety. Failure to meet safety requirements and/or use of non-standard practices and procedures could result in personal injury and damage to equipment. A direct lightning strike may cause serious damage even if these guidelines are followed.
AN-30e user manual 1.8 Product Information Use the following table to record important system information: Product Information Terminal SN: MAC Address Transceiver SN: Model #: Antenna Model No.
AN-30e user manual Chapter 2 2 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Redline Access Node-30e wireless broadband system. Redline Communications is a world leader in design and production of Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) systems. The AN-30e system consists of an indoor terminal and outdoor radio (transceiver and antenna).
AN-30e user manual 2.1 Terms Used in this Manual The following terms are used in this manual: Table 1: Terms Term Description Indoor unit AN-30e terminal AN-30e System Transceiver + Antenna AN-30e Radio Sector Controller Subscriber Station 70-00035-01 Master-mode The terminal is configured as a sector controller (base station). This system controls the wireless link polling and transmission opportunities.
AN-30e user manual Chapter 3 3 System Overview The AN-30e is a high-performance, high-speed wireless Ethernet bridge terminal providing a scalable multi-service platform from a common equipment infrastructure and management system. The AN-30e system is a Class A digital device for use in a commercial, industrial or business environment. The AN-30e system operates in the 5.4 GHz to 5.8 GHz band and includes advanced technologies to address inter-cell interference.
AN-30e user manual 3.1 TDM over Wireless The AN-30e terminal supports simultaneous transport of up to eight full or fractional rate E1/T1 lines. Optional high speed Ethernet access is also available to operate concurrently with the TDM transport. 3.1.1 Theory of Operation TDM transport is achieved through a form of circuit emulation specifically optimized for wireless operation.
AN-30e user manual Jitter Variable transmission delays are introduced by the simultaneous transmission of TDM and data traffic. To insure proper timing of reconstructed TDM traffic, the subscriber terminal employs a jitter buffer. The jitter buffer is an industry standard method used to compensate for delay variations that occur during transport of the encapsulated Ethernet traffic.
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AN-30e user manual Chapter 4 4 Physical Description Important: The AN-30e system must be installed by a professional installer who is familiar with both data network issues and RF installations including grounding and lightning protection. 4.1 Quick Install Guide Experienced installers may refer to a copy of the guide "Redline AN-30e Quick Install Guide" provided on AN-30e CD-ROM. This guide provides instructions for basic system configuration and aligning the antennas.
AN-30e user manual 4.3 AN-30e Terminal The front panel includes the Ethernet port, the TDM ports, and three groups of LED indicators: System, Wireless, and Ethernet. The rear of the terminal includes the power supply connections, the IF port, the serial console port, and a BNC connector for the time synchronization signal (future release). 4.3.1 Mounting The terminal can be freestanding on a flat surface, or mounted into a standard 19-inch equipment rack. 4.3.
AN-30e user manual Wireless LEDs There are two Link and Signal indicator LEDs on the front panel. Figure 5: Front Panel - Wireless LEDs Link LED The Wireless Link LED lights solid green when the wireless link is established. When the Link LED is off, it is an indication there is a problem with either the terminal link, radio, or with the actual propagation path itself. Check the RF Status parameters in the System Status screen. The following table lists some of the potential causes.
AN-30e user manual lower maximum burst rate. The Signal LED turns off if the system cannot maintain a link using the lowest modulation scheme. Intermittent flashing may not indicate a serious problem. Refer to the following table for additional information. Table 3: Wireless Signal Diagnostics 4.3.5 Symptom Possible Problem Solution Weak RF Link (Signal LED flashes) Obstructions in the propagation path causing signal degradation. Antenna moved, due to high winds.
AN-30e user manual Link/Act LED The Link/Act LED lights solid green when the Local Area Network (LAN) connection is established, and there is no traffic. The Link LED flashes when the Local Area Network (LAN) connection is established and traffic is detected. The Link/Act LED is functioning properly and traffic is detected.
AN-30e user manual Table 7: Ethernet Collision Diagnostics 4.3.6 Symptom Possible Problem Solution Link Collision (FD/Col LED flashes) Collisions are normal for Half Duplex links. However, if the terminal is connected to is not configured for autonegotiation, but manually set for Full Duplex, the terminal is not able to negotiate this mode and stays set to Half Duplex. This results in CRC errors on the network device port. Incompatible Ethernet port speed.
AN-30e user manual Fault LED The Fault LED lights solid red to indicate a serious problem with the system software or hardware. Check the IF cable for loose connections. Also, refer to the System Logs screen and RF Status codes for additional information about the problem. Alternatively, if a short-reset or long-reset does not resolve the problem, contact your local representative. Sync LED The Sync LED lights solid green when the AN-30e is synchronized with an external clock.
AN-30e user manual Interfacing from the RJ-48 TDM port to a CPE device (DSU/CSU or PBX) requires the use of a cross over cable, constructed using 24 AWG Cat 5 wiring. These cable connections are listed in the following table. Table 11: TDM RJ-48 CPE Connection Cable Connector A Connector B 1 4 2 5 4 1 5 2 TDM Alarm LEDs Each serial interface port has Alarm and Sync indicator LEDs mounted on the RJ-48 socket.
AN-30e user manual 4.4 System Radio 4.4.1 Transceiver The radio transceiver is housed in an aluminum alloy case. The connectors are listed in the following sections. Figure 9: Transceiver 4.4.2 IF Port (Radio Control) The transceiver IF port (female F-type connector) is for communications with the terminal. This port is connected with the terminal through coaxial cable. 4.4.3 RF Connector The transceiver RF port (female N-type connector) is for sending/receiving the RF signal to/from the antenna.
AN-30e user manual Figure 10: One-Foot Flat Antenna The transceiver RF port (female N-type connector) is for sending/receiving the RF signal to/from the transceiver. A short coaxial cable is provided to connect the antenna to the transceiver. 4.4.6 Antenna Mounting Bracket A vertical mount bracket is provided with the system. The vertical mount bracket can accommodate 1 ¾" to 4 ½" (4.45 cm to 11.45 cm) OD masts found on many commercial tower installations.
AN-30e user manual Chapter 5 5 Using the Web Interface This section describes the procedures for configuring and operating the terminal via the web interface. Communication with the terminal is achieved over the Ethernet port using Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) over a TCP/IP connection. This offers the advantage of allowing the operator to access and control the terminal remotely from any geographical location having access to the Internet. 5.
AN-30e user manual Table 13: Web Screens Screen Admin Access User Access General Information X X System Status X X System Logs X X Configure System X Upload Software X Product Options X System Password X TDM Config TDM Stats X X X Description View general system identification and configuration settings. View system information, Ethernet statistics, and wireless statistics. View the last forty system activity and error messages recorded by the terminal.
AN-30e user manual 5.2 General Information Click on General Information to view general system information, Ethernet LAN address information, and wireless settings. This page includes a view of the terminal front panel LEDs. Figure 12: General Information Screen 5.2.1 System System Name: Displays the user-specified name for the local terminal. System Details: Displays the user-specified information such as location, telephone number, and/or contact number.
AN-30e user manual 5.2.2 Ethernet: Ethernet MAC Address: Displays the unique Ethernet address detected for this terminal. IP Address: Displays the user-specified IP address of the terminal. IP Subnet Mask: Displays the user-specified subnet for this terminal. Default Gateway Address: Displays the user-specified IP address of the default router/gateway on the local Ethernet segment. 5.2.3 Wireless: RF Link Established: Displays the status of the wireless link. Yes - RF link is established.
AN-30e user manual 5.3 System Status Click System Status in the menu to view system information and Ethernet and wireless statistics. Figure 13: System Status Screen 5.3.1 General Information: System Name: Displays the user-specified name for the local terminal. Software Version: Displays the detected software version in use. RF Link Established: Displays the status of the wireless link. Yes - RF link is established. No - RF link has not been established.
AN-30e user manual Link Distance [Miles or Km]: Displays the user-specified distance between the two ends of the wireless link. RF Status [Error Code]: Displays an error code indicating the status of the system RF components. Code 'zero' indicates normal operation. See the RF Status Error Code Table 33: RF Status Error Codes on page 72 for details. Ethernet MAC Address: Displays the unique Ethernet address of this terminal. IP Address: Displays the user-specified IP address of this terminal.
AN-30e user manual 5.4 System Logs Click System Logs in the menu to view the last forty system activity and error messages recorded by the terminal. Figure 14: System Logs Screen The logs also indicate if the following transactions were successfully completed: Save Configuration: Configuration screen. Upload: Upload Software screen. Change Password: System Password screen. Send Options Key: AN-30e Options screen Refer to section 7.
AN-30e user manual 5.5 Configure System Click Configure System in the menu to view and adjust configuration settings for general system identification, Ethernet, and the wireless interface. Important: Ensure that all fields on the System Configuration Screen are filled out properly for local and subscriber terminals. Errors in these fields can result in the inability to establish a communication link. Please read carefully to ensure a quick, trouble-free deployment. 5.5.
AN-30e user manual When you enable the Flow Control option, the AN-50e tests the p (priority) setting for any 802.1Q packet received on the Ethernet port. If the packet priority is set to a value of zero to three, the data is assigned to a low priority queue. If the packet priority is set to a value of 4-7, the data is assigned to the high priority queue. All high priority traffic is transmitted before any low priority traffic is transmitted.
AN-30e user manual Figure 17: SNMP Configuration Screen SNMP Configuration: The list of defined communities is displayed in the Community Name table. Edit: Select a community from the pull down menu and click the Edit button to modify an existing community. The Community Configuration/Trap Configuration screen is displayed. Delete: Select the community from the pull down menu (bottom left of screen) and then click the Delete button to delete that community.
AN-30e user manual Save: Click Save to permanently save the current parameters and return to the main SNMP configuration screen. Figure 18: SNMP Community/Trap Settings Screen 5.5.2 Wireless Configuration: The wireless parameters must be set properly before the terminal is allowed to transmit using the radio -- otherwise it may cause interference to other high frequency devices operating in the vicinity.
AN-30e user manual Figure 19: System Configuration Screen - Wireless Settings RF Freq. [MHz]: The system is shipped with a default RF setting. This setting must be changed before allowing the radio to transmit. Channel availability is dependent on the regional regulatory requirements. Enter the channel center frequency of the system. The table below specifies the center frequencies of each permitted channel.
AN-30e user manual The following table lists the 5.4 GHz channels available in CE regulated regions. Table 15: CE: RF Channel Frequencies T-54 Radio: 5.4 GHz Center Frequency (GHz) Center Frequency (GHz) Center Frequency (GHz) 5.500 5.580 5.660 5.520 6.500 5.680 5.540 5.620 5.700 5.560 5.640 The following table lists the 5.8 GHz channels available in the United Kingdom. Table 16: UK: RF Channel Frequencies T-58 Radio: 5.8 GHz T-58e Radio: 5.
AN-30e user manual Chg Freq: Relocate transmission to alternative frequency immediately when radar signals are detected. This action is recorded in the message log and a trap message is sent (if SNMP enabled). The new channel is selected based on allowable frequencies for the regulatory region of that installation. The channel is monitored for one minute before the system is allowed to transmit. If DFS triggering events are detected, the next available channel is selected and monitored.
AN-30e user manual Modulation Reduction Level: This manual setting specifies how many levels the system must drop in modulation during re-transmission of erroneous wireless packets. The level can be set from 0-7, with '2' being the recommended value. Valid only when Adaptive Modulation is disabled. Uncoded Burst Rate [Mb/s]: Select the desired uncoded burst rate for the link. Master-mode: Check this box to operate this system as a sector controller.
AN-30e user manual 5.5.3 System Configuration Buttons Save: Click this button to save the current parameter settings. Note that changing some parameters initiates a system reboot. Test: Click this button to have the system activate the current configuration settings for a period of five minutes. Click Save at any time during this period to permanently save the current settings. Following this interval the system reboots and loads the previously saved settings (test settings are discarded).
AN-30e user manual 5.6 Upload Software Click Upload Software in the left hand menu to display the Upload AN-30e Software screen. The upload screen shown is used to upgrade the terminal with new software stored in a binary file on a server or host computer. Figure 20: Upload Software Screen TFTP Server IP Address: IP address of the computer that runs the TFTP server that contains the upgrade software in binary format. Software File Name: Name of the binary file including the file extension.
AN-30e user manual 5.7 Product Options Click AN-30e Options in the menu (left side of screen) to enter an Option Key. An Options Key is a 32-character string, containing four dashes. Entering the options key is mandatory for system operation. Figure 21: AN-30e Product Options Screen The option key is recorded on a sticker affixed to the terminal. A single key combines all Ethernet and TDM options purchased for the AN-30e terminal.
AN-30e user manual 5.8 System Password Screen Clicking on System Password in the left hand menu displays the System Password screen. This screen allows the operator to modify the system passwords. Figure 22: System Password Screen To change the password, enter the username and the old password. Enter a new password in the two lower fields using any alphanumeric combination. Note the field is case sensitive and can be up to sixteen characters in length. Username: Enter user name.
AN-30e user manual 5.9 TDM Configuration Settings Click TDM Config in the menu (left side of screen) to view and modify the TDM settings. There are four sections in the TDM System Configuration screen: Figure 23: TDM System Configuration Screen TDM General Configuration: TDM Port Configuration: TDM Bundle Configuration: TDM Controls: 70-00035-01 Global settings for the TDM interface. Configure a specific port. Configure a specific bundle on a port. Buttons to save or cancel changes.
AN-30e user manual 5.9.1 How to Use Apply and Save Configuration of the TDM module is a multi-step process. There are separate screens for configuring the general parameters, ports, and timeslots (bundles). To avoid creating instability during changes to the configuration, it is recommended to complete all editing steps before saving the changes. The AN-30e provides an editing template where all changes are made to the TDM configuration in an off-line mode.
AN-30e user manual 5.9.2 TDM Config - General Settings The TDM General Configuration fields are in the main TDM System Configuration screen. The TDM General Settings apply to all TDM ports. Figure 25: TDM General Configuration Settings Line Type: Select the type of the serial port interface. E1 Line: TDM port interface is E1. T1 Line: TDM port interface is T1. Clock: Set the TDM clocking mode for the TDM module. All TDM ports use the same clock for transmitting and receiving.
AN-30e user manual If Adaptive Mode is selected the AN-30e clock is derived from the jitter buffer level of an active TDM port. A single active bundle must be assigned to the selected port. The designated TDM port must have only one active bundle assigned when the clock is set to adaptive mode. Idle Code: Enter the idle code value. This code can be changed to match the deployment network. The default is 255 decimal. An incorrect idle code may cause synchronization errors.
AN-30e user manual 5.9.3 TDM Config - Port Settings Use the TDM Port Configuration fields to select and edit port settings. Step 1. Select a TDM Port Use the drop-down menu to in the TDM Port Configuration field to select a TDM port. Click the Config button to view the editing screen. Figure 27: TDM Port Configuration Settings TDM Ports: Select the TDM interface port to configure. Config: Click the Config button to view the Configure Port dialog screen. Step 2.
AN-30e user manual The selections for T1 are: D4: The D4/Superframe format groups twelve T1 frames together and utilizes the twelve T1 framing bits to provide a repetitive pattern that allows other equipment on T1 line to lock onto the framing pattern. ESF: Extended SuperFrame framing format groups twenty-four T1 frames together. Allows optimization for framing on the T1 line. Adds additional features of CRC, FDL, and frame synchronization (like D4).
AN-30e user manual Payload: The framer rebuilds the coding/framing information. Line 1 Line 2 Framer Line 3 Line 4 Wireless ETH AN30 Figure 31: TDM Loopback: Payload Mode Step 3. Save Settings Send: Click Send to save the general settings. If you do not click Send, the changes will be discarded when you exit this screen. Note: Clicking Send does not permanently save the current settings or make these settings active.
AN-30e user manual TDM signals are transported by sampling the TDM port signals, and encapsulating the timeslot data in Ethernet packets. The AN-30e supports up to eight separate packet streams, each grouping from one to thirty-two consecutive timeslots. Each bundle may be assigned to a separate destination IP address. If Fractional E1 is used, multiple bundles can be defined for a single port.
AN-30e user manual Bundle ID: This is the bundle identifier for the TDM port. Each port has a default bundle ID (see following table). There are 32 time-slots reserved for each port. The following table lists the time slot numbers assigned to each port. Table 18: Default Bundle Numbers Port Bundle ID 1 1-32 2 33-64 3 65-96 4 97-128 5 129-160 6 161-192 7 193-224 8 225-256 The Bundle ID has a default name of the first time-slot for the port.
AN-30e user manual Packet Length: Set the Ethernet packet length used by this bundle (from 128 to 1024 bytes). The Packet Length setting determines the amount of TDM timeslot data collected before the Ethernet packet is sent to the remote AN-30e system. Each timeslot sample requires eight bytes of data. Step 3. Save Settings Send: Click Send to save the general settings. If you do not click Send, the changes will be discarded when you exit this screen.
AN-30e user manual 5.10 TDM Statistics Click TDM Stats in the menu (left side of screen) to view the TDM Statistics selection dialog screen. 5.10.1 TDM Statistics - Port Selection In the TDM System Configuration screen, use the TDM Statistics drop-down menu to select a TDM port. Click the Config button to view the statistics screen. Figure 35: TDM Properties/Statistics Screen MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of the TDM interface.
AN-30e user manual 5.10.2 TDM Statistics - Statistics Screen The TDM Port Statistics screen displays line statistics for the port selected in the TDM System Configuration screen. Figure 36: TDM Port Statistics Screen Port ID: TDM interface port being monitored. Loss of Signal: No pulses are detected at the input port for a period of 175 bits. Loss of Frame Alignment: At least three consecutive FAS frames are received in error (E1).
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AN-30e user manual Chapter 6 6 TDM Over Wireless The AN-30e is designed to simultaneously transport TDM signals and Ethernet data traffic over a single converged link. The two common AN-30e deployments are for Mobility Backhaul (TDM-only) and Enterprise backhaul (TDM + data). The following sections describe the basic operating parameters for each of these two applications. 6.
AN-30e user manual 6.1.2 Evaluating TDM Throughput Requirements The modulation and coding settings are regulated by the options key and are specific for the number of enabled TDM ports (1, 2, 4 or 8). Each TDM port being operated requires a minimum amount of over-the-air bandwidth. If the actual deployed link budget is marginal, or you are also sending data traffic on the same link, you may have to purchase additional bandwidth (higher modulation/coding).
AN-30e user manual Synchronization The accuracy requirement for this reference signal varies and depends on the mobility technology. When the reference signal is derived from the TDM network, the interface originating this signal must be a Stratum 3 clock (see Annex B). If the requirement is for a Stratum 1 clock, the reference signal is obtained from an external GPS system.
AN-30e user manual Latency Latency requirements vary and depend on the type of application. The following table lists the latency requirements for different TDM deployments. Table 24: Enterprise Backhaul Latency Requirements Application Latency1 PBX VoIP Data <150 ms <150 ms Not sensitive 1: End-to-end latency values including all devices on the network. The following figure illustrates a typical enterprise deployment using the AN-30 wireless system.
AN-30e user manual 6.1.5 Evaluating Ethernet Throughput The Ethernet data throughput is dependent on protocol, packet size and transmission latency. The following tables list the Ethernet data throughput available based on the number of active TDM ports and the port speed (option key) installed on the AN-30e system.
AN-30e user manual 6.1.6 Clock Synchronization The following table lists the Stratum clock requirements and definitions. Table 29: Stratum Clock Definitions Stratum Synchronization Accuracy N/A Pull-In-Range 1 Accuracy & Adjustment 1 x 10-11 2 1.6 x 10-8 +/- 1.6 x 10-8 3E 1.0 x 10-6 +/- 4.6 x 10-6 3 4.6 x 10-6 +/- 4.6 x 10-6 4E 32 x 10-6 +/- 32 x 10-6 4 32 x 10-6 +/- 32 x 10-6 1 x 10-10 day 1 x 10-8 day 3.
AN-30e user manual Chapter 7 7 Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting can be performed using the front panel LEDs and the host computer/server connected locally or remotely to the terminal. Before troubleshooting using the front panel LEDs, check that all cables are securely attached. Also, verify that all fields on the System Configuration page are correct for both communicating systems. Entry errors in these fields may cause the terminal to be unable to establish a communication link.
AN-30e user manual 7.2 Troubleshooting the Web Interface These troubleshooting hints assume that the status LEDs on the front panel of the terminal displays normal functionality. Table 31: Web Interface Diagnostics Symptom Possible Problem Solution Home Screen (General Information) cannot be accessed. Incorrect IP address and/or Subnet Mask. Perform a ping test from the host computer command line. If the ping test is unsuccessful, then the problem is with the IP address.
AN-30e user manual 7.3 Troubleshooting The RF RF Error Codes The terminal monitors the status of the outdoor transceiver unit and reports any fault conditions in the system logs. Table 32 lists the general fault conditions are reported by the system event log. Table 32: RF Errors Error Type Description AN-30e PLL Error The PLL (Phase Locked Loop) section within the terminal experienced an error. The System Fault LED may light. Try resetting the terminal.
AN-30e user manual Table 33: RF Status Error Codes Error Code Terminal PLL Error Comm Error Over IF Cable Radio High Temp.
AN-30e user manual 7.4 System Error Log Messages The following table provides a brief description of the key messages recorded in the logs by the system. Table 34: System Log Messages Log Message Description 100-Parameters loaded successfully! All system parameters have been successfully downloaded. 101-Firmware configuration OK! The onboard firmware configuration has been properly set up. 102-Ethernet port configured! The Ethernet port has been properly configured and is operational.
AN-30e user manual Table 34: System Log Messages Log Message Description 211-Error: while writing flash! While writing the new software into terminal flash memory, an unexpected error occurred. Try to repeat the process and if the error persists, contact your local representative. 212-Error firmware configuration! An unexpected error occurred while writing the onboard firmware configuration. Try to repeat the process. 213-Firmware programming failed! The firmware programming failed.
AN-30e user manual 7.5 Replacing System Fuse IMPORTANT: Always completely remove power from the AN-30e system before performing any maintenance on the terminal or transceiver. To replace fuse: 1. Disconnect power from the terminal. 2. Pry off the black plastic cover located on the back panel beside the power switch and extract the red fuse holder. 3. Use an approved tool to remove the glass-cased fuses from the holder.
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AN-30e user manual Chapter 8 8 8.1 Appendix System Specifications Table 35: AN-30e Technical Specifications Wireless System System Capability: RF Band: LOS, Optical-LOS, and Non-LOS T-54 Radio: 5.470 GHz to 5.725 GHz T-58 Radio: 5.725 GHz to 5.825 GHz T-58e Radio: 5.725 GHz to 5.
AN-30e user manual Table 35: AN-30e Technical Specifications Duplex Technique: Wireless Transmission: Network Connections: System Configuration: Network Management: Power Requirements: Redundant Power: Compliance: Operating Temperature: Dimensions: Weight: TDM Specifications: Clocking: Diagnostics: Interface Ports: Jitter Buffering: Round Trip Delay (RTD): Line Length: E1 Interfaces: Connector: Data Rate: Framing: Jitter: Line Code: Line Impedance: Line Protection: Standards: T1 Interfaces Connector: Data
AN-30e user manual Table 35: AN-30e Technical Specifications Line Build-out: Line Code: Line Impedance: Line Protection: Standards: 0 dB, -7.5 dB, -15 dB, –22.5 dB AMI, B8ZS Balanced 100 ohm Bellcore GR 1089 ANSI T1.403, ITU-T Rec. G.703, G.704, G.733, G.821, G.826 1 Center frequency is dependent on region. In some countries outside of North America, the maximum operational power per channel with a given antenna is limited in accordance to maximum allowable EIRP levels for the region.
AN-30e user manual 8.2 DC Power Supply Cable Connections This section provides important instructions for connecting to a DC power source. The optional DC power supply is rated for operation over a range from 18 VDC to 72 VDC. Power is connected to the terminal via a fused power entry module located on the rear of the terminal.
AN-30e user manual 8.3 Antenna and Power Specifications 8.3.1 T-58 Radio: Antenna Power Specifications The system is FCC certified for the antennas listed in the following table. Table 37: T-58 Radio: Antenna Power Specifications Redline P/N Ant. Gain (dBi) Antenna Type Appl.
AN-30e user manual 8.3.2 T-58e Radio: Antenna Power Specifications The system is FCC certified for the antennas listed in the following table. Table 38: T-58e Radio: Antenna Power Specifications Redline P/N Ant. Gain (dBi) Antenna Type Appl. Max Minimum Average FCC Max Conducted Conducted GUI Power Power EIRP Power Display (dBm) Ratings (dBm) (dBm) (dBm) Directional PTP -12.7 26.2 20 No Limit Flat Panel Directional 48-00020 23 PTP -12.7 26.2 20 No Limit Flat Panel 48-00020Directional 22 PTP -12.7 26.
AN-30e user manual 8.3.3 T-54 Radio: Maximum RF Power vs. Antenna Gain The following table provides the adjustment available for maximum RF power settings based on the angle of deployment. Applies to sectorized antennas only. Table 39: 5.4 GHz Band RF Power vs. Antenna Gain Angle (Degrees) A6017 RWS (dBm) A9016 RWS (dBm) A6015 MTS (dBm) A9014 MTS (dBm) 0 -1 0 4 2 1 0 1 5 3 2 1 4 3 5 4 6 ... 12 2 13 3 14 4 15 5 ... 24 6 25 2 26 3 27 4 6 28 5 7 29 6 8 ...
AN-30e user manual 8.3.4 T-54 Radio: Operational Power (FCC) The following table provides the maximum RF power settings based on the gain of the antenna. Table 40: 5.4 GHz -- Antenna Gain vs. Max. Op. Power Ant. Gain (dBi) 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0 8.5 9.0 9.5 10.0 10.5 11.0 11.5 12.0 12.5 13.0 13.5 14.0 14.5 15.0 15.5 16.0 16.5 17.0 17.5 18.0 18.5 19.0 19.5 20.0 20.5 70-00035-01 Max. Power (dBm) 15 15 14 14 13 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 0 0 Ant. Gain (dBi) 21.0 21.5 22.0 22.5 23.
AN-30e user manual 8.4 CLI Interface 8.4.1 Console (RS-232) Port All operator communications with the terminal may be made using a direct connection to the serial Console Port on the back of the terminal. This section describes the procedures for configuring and operating the terminal via the Console Port using the command line interface (CLI). Connect a PC/Terminal to the terminal serial port DB9 connector using a crossconnect or null modem cable (DB9 female-female).
AN-30e user manual 8.4.2 Connecting via Telnet All operator communications with the terminal may be made using CLI over Telnet. This offers the advantage of allowing the operator to access and control the terminal remotely from any geographical location, without the need for a web browser. This section describes the procedures for configuring and operating the terminal via Telnet using the command line interface (CLI).
AN-30e user manual General Commands Table 42: CLI - General Commands Command Description chgver get Swaps the operating and secondary software versions Get displays the value for a status parameter. For configuration parameters, use Set command. Allows login under a different username and password Disconnects user from the terminal. Change password for user. passwd Reboots the terminal.
AN-30e user manual General Information Table 43: CLI - General Information Commands Command Description gateway ipaddr ipmask macaddr master The IP address of the default router The IP address used by the local terminal The IP Subnet Mask used by the local terminal The Ethernet MAC address used by local terminal Displays whether the system is operating as the sector controller. Important: For each set of Systems, only one terminal must be designated Master.
AN-30e user manual Table 44: CLI - System Status Command swver sysname txpower wrxpkt wrxpktd wrxpktr wtxpkt wtxptd wtxpktr Description the air The operating software version Identifies the local terminal The actual current transmit power level The number of successful wireless packets received over the air The number of wireless packets received with errors over the air The number of wireless packets retransmitted over the air The number of wireless packets successfully transmitted over the air The number
AN-30e user manual Table 45: CLI - System Configuration Command Description save config snmp sysdetails sysname telnet telnetport test config Permanently saves configuration settings Specifies whether configuration over SNMP is enabled The location, telephone #, contact information, etc.
AN-30e user manual TDM CLI Commands The command line interface can be used to configure the E1 capabilities via the AN30e console port or through a telnet session. The CLI command set is divided into five categories: 1. General 2. Control 3. Serial Interface 4. Bundle 5. Statistics. Subsequent sections discuss each of these commands in specific detail.
AN-30e user manual TDM General Commands Form of command is: tdm set command [param1] [param2] [param3] Table 46: CLI - TDM General Commands CLI Command Description clock CLK_IND fanstate FAN gateway IPGATEWAY hostname HOST ipaddr IP ipmask IP key Clocking mode on E1 module. Status of fan. IP address of the default gateway. Hostname of the E1 module. The IP address of the E1 module. Network mask. Option key (permitted line types, number of lines, user data) on the E1 module.
AN-30e user manual TDM Serial Interface Commands These serial commands are used to configure the E1 ports. Table 48: CLI - TDM Serial Interface Commands CLI Command Description coding SN COD_IND Line coding type for the current serial interface on E1 module. 0=B8ZS, 1=AMI, 2=HDB3 Framing type of the current serial interface on E1 module. framing SN FRM_IND 0=ESF, 1=D4, 2=CRC4, 3=FAS, 4=Unframed set lbo SN LBO_IND LBO parameter of the current serial interface on T1 module. 0=0 dB, 1= -7.
AN-30e user manual Statistics The following tables describe the statistics available from the AN-30e.
AN-30e user manual TDM Save Command Error Codes The error code returned by an unsuccessful save command contains three fields: LEVEL + NUMBER + ERROR_ID Table 53: TDM Save Command Error Codes Level Number Error ID 0 0 (General) 1 Always 0 2 0 1 (Serial) x Number of misconfigured serial interface (1-4) 1 2 3 2 (Bundle) 70-00035-01 y Number of the misconfigured bundle (1-128) 0 1 Definition GENERAL_SYNCON Too many bundles: if user defines more than the internal bundle limit for the current
AN-30e user manual 8.4.4 Sample TDM CLI Setup Scripts Example CLI Script -- E1 The following table contains sample CLI command scripts for configuring AN-30e system with eight E1 interface ports. Table 54: E1 Framed Configuration Script Local (Network) End AN-30e System tdm start Remote End AN-30e System tdm start tdm set line 1 tdm set clock 1 tdm set syncon 1 tdm set idlecode 255 tdm set ipaddr 192.168.100.
AN-30e user manual tdm set destbundle 65 65 tdm set tsbegin 65 0 tdm set tsnum 65 32 tdm set destip 65 192.168.100.199 tdm set jitterbuf 65 20 tdm set packetlen 65 256 tdm set tsnum 33 32 tdm set destip 33 192.168.100.192 tdm set jitterbuf 33 20 tdm set packetlen 33 256 tdm set destbundle 97 97 tdm set tsbegin 97 0 tdm set tsnum 97 32 tdm set destip 97 192.168.100.
AN-30e user manual Example CLI Script -- T1 The following table contains sample CLI command scripts for configuring an AN-30e system with eight T1 interface ports. Table 55: T1 Framed Configuration Script Local (Network) End AN-30e System tdm start Remote End AN-30e System tdm start tdm set line 0 tdm set clock 1 tdm set syncon 1 tdm set idlecode 255 tdm set ipaddr 192.168.100.192 tdm set vlanvoice 3 tdm set line 0 tdm set clock 2 tdm set syncon 1 tdm set idlecode 255 tdm set ipaddr 192.168.100.
AN-30e user manual Table 55: T1 Framed Configuration Script Local (Network) End AN-30e System tdm set tsnum 65 25 tdm set destip 65 192.168.100.199 tdm set jitterbuf 65 20 tdm set packetlen 65 200 Remote End AN-30e System tdm set jitterbuf 33 20 tdm set packetlen 33 200 tdm set destbundle 65 65 tdm set tsbegin 65 0 tdm set tsnum 65 25 tdm set destip 65 192.168.100.192 tdm set jitterbuf 65 20 tdm set packetlen 65 200 tdm set destbundle 97 97 tdm set tsbegin 97 0 tdm set tsnum 97 25 tdm set destip 97 192.
AN-30e user manual 8.5 About SNMP SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a distributed network management system designed to monitor network infrastructure and application availability. SNMP has become the de facto standard for internetwork management. Network management systems consist of two primary elements: managers and agents. The manager is the console through which the network administrator performs network management functions.
AN-30e user manual 8.6 Glossary Of Terms Table 56: Glossary of Terms Term Definition Antenna Gain The measure of antenna performance relative to a theoretical antenna called an isotropic antenna. Automatic Repeat Request. This is the protocol used over the air for error correction. Automatic Transmission Power Control. The link master-end system automatically adjusts the Tx level of subscriber to match a target RSSI value. The angle of signal coverage provided by an antenna.
AN-30e user manual Table 56: Glossary of Terms Term Definition IXC LEC LED LOS Inter-exchange Carrier. A long-distance phone company. Local Exchange Carriers. The traditional local wired phone company. Light Emitting Diode Line Of Sight. A clear direct path between two antennas, with no obstructions within the first Fresnel zone. Media Access Control. A unique number assigned to a network device. Corresponds to ISO Network Model Layer 2 data link layer. Megahertz. 1,000,000 Hz MOdulator/DEModulator.
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