ALL-IP GSM iCell COMPAC IP-RAN Outdoor Micro GSM Installation and Configuration Guide Part Number D02713GS Rev A3
iCell COMPAC IP-RAN Outdoor Micro GSM Installation and Configuration Guide Part Number D02713GS Rev A3
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Table of Contents Introduction................................................................................................................................ 6 Product Overview: All‐IP System Architecture ............................................................................... 6 Outdoor Micro Functionality ......................................................................................................... 7 Technical Specifications ...............................................................
MCPA Interface Connections ...................................................................................................... 44 5. OUTDOOR MICRO IP CONFIGURATION .............................................................................. 46 About this Chapter .................................................................................................................... 46 Outdoor Micro IP Configuration Procedure .................................................................................
ABOUT THIS GUIDE Introduction This reference guide provides a high level description of the iCell COMPAC Outdoor Micro. This chapter lists the guide conventions and related documentation and the order of which initial configuration tasks should be completed, and describes how to contact customer service.
Outdoor Micro Functionality The Outdoor Micro provides an All‐IP GSM wireless cell site capable of providing up to 10 watts RF power output. The Outdoor Micro provides single‐sector coverage with a two transceivers (TRX) capacity. The Outdoor Micro offers an additional level of integration by supporting an optional Base Station controller (BSC) module. Figure 2 shows the Outdoor Micro’s exterior view.
MCPA The COMPAC outdoor Micro can be integrated with a Multi-Carrier-Power-Amplifier (MCPA) to allow higher transmit power. Figure 3 shows an exterior view of the MCPA. Table 2 provides the MCPA’s technical specifications. The MCPA allow maximum power output of 25 Watt per carrier (TRX) Figure 3 MCPA External View Table 2 MCPA Technical Specifications Hardware Dimensions Weight Input Voltage Power Consumption Options 72 cm H x 25 cm W x 8.4 cm D (28.3 x 9.8 x 3.
Order of Tasks This guide has 6 main sections showing the tasks to be carried out and in what order they are to be done: Prerequisites Site Preparation Installation Interface Connection Configuring the Outdoor Micro Regulatory Notices Note: Release notes are issued with some products. If the information in the release notes differs from the information in this guide, follow the instructions given in the release notes.
Warnings due to potential electrical hazards are preceded with the word Warning. This type of warning indicates a potential electrical hazard. This hazard, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Information that indicates proper grounding precautions are required before handling a product. ESD Figures and Screen Captures This guide provides figures and screen captures as examples. These examples contain sample data. This data may vary from the actual data on an installed system.
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I. PRE-INSTALLATION The chapters in this section covers items you will need to know about the site and the Outdoor Micro before you install and configure the unit.
1. PREREQUISISTES About this chapter This chapter describes the prerequisites to installing the Outdoor Micro. It chapter includes: Site Requirements Installer Requirements Network Planning Requirements Password and Username Assignment Site Requirements The Outdoor Micro is designed to be pole, wall, or floor mounted. The network operator is responsible for supplying supporting components, cabling, and the necessary operating environment for the Outdoor Micro.
Required Tools and Materials The tools required for the installation of the Outdoor Micro are listed in below: 10mm hex wrench ¾ inch hex wrench Power drill (rotary impact hammer) and (½ inch) concreate drill bit Side cutter or wire cutter Tape measure Straight edge or chalk line Pencil or marker Shop Vacuum Note: The tools needed for connecting the wall mount assembly are not listed here. They are the responsibility of the site manager or the installer.
Network Planning Requirements This section includes: IP Address Assignment Access Network IP Addressing Password and Username Assignment IP Address Assignment The test client is used to connect the NE’s and they must be on the same subnet. The needed IP addressing information is listed in Table 5. Obtain them from the project or site engineer and write them down for future reference.
2. SITE PREPARATION About This Chapter This chapter describes how to prepare the site for the installation of the Outdoor Micro. This chapter includes: Site Planning Site Requirements Inspecting and Verifying Site Requirements Site Planning The Outdoor Micro has specific structural, electrical, and telecommunications requirements. When selecting and preparing a site, specific personnel and documents must be available to ensure the device is installed correctly and safely.
Site Planning Checklist The following checklist is provided to assist in the site planning procedure.
Site External Grounding Requirements Site Grounding Responsibility: Site grounding is the responsibility of the customer. All grounding and power connections should be made according to local standards. Ground Rods: Several factors affect external grounding. The most significant factor is the resistance of ground rods, which is directly related to soil resistivity in the immediate vicinity of the rod. The resistivity of the soil determines how many rods are needed and their dimensions.
Inspecting and Verifying Site Requirements Inspect the physical location where the Outdoor Micro is to be installed, and verify the location meets the minimum requirements outlined in this section. Note: If site conditions do not comply with the instructions in this manual, contact the site manager, facility representative or other responsible individuals at once. Do not proceed with the installation until the site conditions are satisfied.
Installation of ancillary equipment (power supplies, cable racks, batteries, etc.) is the responsibility of the installer. Verify that: The outdoor temperature is within the specified limits for the equipment (see Technical Specifications). There are no obstructions. Any dust and/or water in the area is cleared away. Do not place components or other equipment directly on the ground.
II. INSTALLATION The chapters in this section covers items you will need to know about the site and the Outdoor Micro before you install and configure the unit.
3. OUTDOOR MICRO INSTALLATION About this chapter This chapter describes how to install the Outdoor Micro.
Figure 4: External View of Outdoor Micro Module Installation Notes Prior to configuring the Outdoor Micro, verify the following: All connectors that are not connected are terminated. The shielding of all coaxial connections is grounded. Mounting Options for the Outdoor Micro The Outdoor Micro can be: Pole Mounted Wall Mounted Floor Mounted Warnings: Disconnect all power going to or coming from the Outdoor Micro before removing or installing it.
Pole Mounting Instructions Figure 4 shows the Outdoor Micro accessories required for pole mounting. The component numbers in Figure 5 refer to the components listed in Table 8. Figure 5: Outdoor Micro Pole Mounting Kit Table 8: Outdoor Micro Pole Mounting Kit Description Index Description Quantity 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Mounting Plate Cable Guard Pole Mount Bracket GPS Active Antenna with RG174 Cable, 1.
Pole Mounting the Outdoor Micro 1. Using a metal-cutting hacksaw, adjust the threaded rods (12) to the required length. Note: The locking washer should always be in between the screw, bolt or nut and the flat washer. 2. Install the brackets (3) on the mounting plate (1) with the: Bolt (5) Two washers (7) Two washers (8) Nut (6) 3. Insert the six threaded rods (12) into bracket holes and secure them with the: Nut (13) Washer (14) Washer (15) 4.
10. Install a padlock through the holes on the bottoms of the Outdoor Micro and mounting plate so that the Outdoor Micro can only be removed by authorized personnel. Wall Mounting Figure 6 shows the Outdoor Micro accessories required for wall‐mounting installation. The component numbers in Figure 6 refer to the components listed in Table 9. Warnings: The wall mounting kit does not contain hardware for connecting the mounting plate to a wall.
Table 9: Outdoor Micro Wall Mounting Kit Description Index Description Quantity 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mounting Plate Cable Guard Screw, Pan HD, Philips, M4x10 Washer, Flat, M4 Washer, Lock, M4 GPS Active Antenna with RG174 Cable, 1.2m 1 1 2 2 2 1 Wall Mounting the Outdoor Micro 1. Determine an appropriate location for mounting the mounting plate (2) on a wall and mark the location of the six drilling holes using the mounting plate as a template. 2. Drill the six mounting holes.
Floor Mounting Figure 7 shows the Outdoor Micro accessories required for floor‐mounting installation. The floor mount base provides four holes for securing the mounting assembly to the floor. The component numbers in Figure 7 refer to the components listed in Table 10. Note: It is strongly recommended that the mounting assembly be secured to the floor and that the floor is strong enough to support the weight of both the base and the Outdoor Micro and, if used, the MCPA.
Floor Mounting the Outdoor Micro 1. Determine an appropriate location for the Outdoor Micro. 2. Secure the floor mount base to the floor. Note: The locking washer should always be in between the screw, bolt, or nut and the flat washer. 3. The locking washer should always be in between the screw, bolt, or nut and the flat washer. 4. Connect the floor mount support (2) to the floor mount base (1) using the: Bolt (7) Washer (8) Washer (9) 5.
Mounting the MCPA The MCPA can be either wall mounted or placed on the rear side of the COMPAC Outdoor Micro floor mount. Wall Mounting the MCPA Warnings: It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the mounting location is secure and that the wall and any other equipment the MCPA is attached to is able to support the weight of the MCPA.
Making the Power Cable The power cable connector is included with the Outdoor Micro. The power cable must be made by the device installer or system operator. Figure 9 shows one of the provided power connectors that will be provided by Star Solutions based on if the unit is AC or DC powered. Figure 9: AC and DC Power Connectors AC and DC Power Connectors: Side View Making AC and DC Power Connectors: From Left to Right Making the AC power cable 1.
Table 11: AC Power Connector Pin Description AC Power Connector Inside View AC Power Connector Pin Out Contact Label Connection 1 Line 1 Live 2 Neutral 3 No Connection Ground 7. Snap the cable clamp onto the connector end and tighten the clip. 8. Screw the connector body onto the connector head. Making the DC Power Cable 1. Feed the cable through the: Connector end First rubber washer Connecter body Second washer As shown left to right in Figure 9. 2.
Table 12: DC Power Connector Pin Description DC Power Connector Inside View DC Power Connector Pin Out Contact Label Connection 1 -48 VDC 2 -48 VDC Return Ground 3. Pull the cable through the connector body to ensure no slack. 4. Tighten the cable into the connector body to the connector head. 5. Screw the connector body onto the connector end. Assembling the Ethernet Cable A plastic waterproof RJ45 plug kit for the Ethernet cable is included with the Outdoor Micro.
Figure 11: RJ-45 Plug Assembly RJ-45 Plug RJ-45 Plug Assembly To assemble the RJ45 plug kit: 1. Insert the Ethernet cable into the RJ45 plug housing assembly. 2. Strip the Ethernet cable jacket to approximately 25mm (1 inch). Ensure the conductor pair is untwisted and aligned side‐by‐side according to EIA/TIA T568A or T568B. 3. Trim the conductor tips. Do not remove the insulation from the individual conductors as shown in the drawing below. 4.
6. Retract the cable, leaving about 1mm length of wire tips as shown in Detail B of the drawing above. 7. Insert the wired load bar into the RJ45 plug until the wire tips are seated against the inside wall of the plug housing as shown in the drawing below. 8. Terminate the cable and RJ45 plug with a termination tool such as the CONEC 8P8C modular plug termination tool. 9.
10. Gently pull the cable until the plug is fully seated. 11. Hold the plug in position and rotate the cable fitting until tightened to a torque of 2.27 Nm (20 lb‐in). See Detail B of the drawing above. 12. To engage the RJ45 jack plug with the receptacle on the COMPAC Outdoor Micro. 13. Align the 3 protrusion keys of the assembled plug / plug housing coupling with the 3 bayonet channels of the receptacle as shown in the drawing below. 14.
4. INTERFACE CONNECTIONS About this chapter This chapter covers Grounding RF Connections Ethernet Connections GPS Antenna Connection Power Connection Reset Button Status LED MCPA Interface Connections Note: Prior to beginning, verify that the external AC power cable is disconnected. Note: All connectors that are not connected must be terminated. The shielding of all coaxial connections must be grounded.
Figure 12 shows the Outdoor Micro’s connection interface Figure 12: Outdoor Micro Connection Interface Table 13: Outdoor Micro Interface Connections Connection Type Notes Power Ethernet Debug GPS Main Antenna Diversity Antenna 20-14 AWG RJ-45 RJ-45 TNC Type N Not Used Power Switch ETH transmission connection Debug port Connection from the GPS antenna Main antenna connection (TX/RX) -------------------------- STAR SOLUTIONS CONFIDENTIAL COMPAC Outdoor Micro IP-RAN GSM Installation and Configuratio
Grounding The Outdoor Micro is grounded using the ground nut on the bottom of the unit. See Figure 12. To ground the Outdoor Micro: 1. Loosen the ground nut on the Outdoor Micro. 2. Connect the ground wire to the ground nut and tighten the nut. Warning: The ground wire should connect to a ground rod or other grounding source and should be independent of the power cable ground.
Figure 13: RF Antenna Cable Connection Drawing STAR SOLUTIONS CONFIDENTIAL COMPAC Outdoor Micro IP-RAN GSM Installation and Configuration Guide Part Number D02713GS Rev A3 | Jan 2016
Ethernet Connections This section includes: Ethernet Connection Debug Connection Debug and Ethernet cables must be fitted with the Ethernet cable end connectors provided in the connector kit. Ethernet Connection The Ethernet port is used to connect the Outdoor Micro to the network. See Figure 12. Note: Use the Ferrite Bead on the ETH cable when connecting the Outdoor Micro to the network. To connect to the Ethernet port: 1. Remove the termination cap from the Ethernet port. 2.
Debug Connection The Debug port is used for on‐site troubleshooting and configuration of the Outdoor Micro. See Figure 12. Note: Use the Ferrite Bead on the ETH cable when connecting the Outdoor Micro to the network. To connect to the debug Ethernet port: 1. Remove the termination cap from the Debug port. 2. Loop the Ethernet cable around Ferrite Bead, close to one of the plugs, two or three times as shown in Figure 14. 3. Connect the debug cable to the Debug port. 4.
Power Connection The Outdoor Micro has no power switch. It is on whenever it is connected to a power source. A breaker switch must be installed between the power source and the Outdoor Micro. The selection and installation of the breaker is the responsibility of the installer or network operator. Caution: Power connections must be performed by qualified personnel only. To connect power to the Outdoor Micro: 1. Ensure the breaker switch is installed and turned off. 2.
Fast Flashing Between Orange and Red Solid Green Slow Flashing Green Fast Flashing Green The Outdoor Micro’s Auxiliary Interface is down (CDMA or second TRX, depending on hardware options). The LED alternates between Orange and Red four times a second. All waveforms are functioning. Primary GSM TRX, or primary GSM TRX and CDMA (depending on the hardware options). Indicates the Outdoor Micro waveforms are initializing.
The serial connector is attached as shown in Figure 16.
5. OUTDOOR MICRO IP CONFIGURATION About this Chapter This chapter provides the information needed to initially configure the Outdoor Micro. It includes: Outdoor Micro IP Configuration Procedure Password Management Policy The Outdoor Micro comes factory-equipped with fixed default parameters. This chapter covers how to change to addresses that are routable on the operator network. Table 16 lists the factory-equipped default settings for the Outdoor Micro.
Figure 17: Successful Ping Test 3. If the ping test was: o Unsuccessful: resolve any connectivity problems and perform the ping test again until it is successful. o Successful: go to Changing the Outdoor Micro IP Configuration. Changing the Outdoor Micro IP Configuration The default factory settings are changed from the Control Page, a Graphical User Interface (GUI) that configures the Outdoor Micro from workstations sharing a local network connection. It is shown in Figure 18.
1. Open a web browser. 2. In the web browser’s address bar, enter the BTS IP Address: 192.254.250.111 The log in page appears as shown in Figure 19. Figure 19: Log In Page 3. Login as . Note: If you are logging into the Outdoor Micro for the first time the default: Username is admin Password is admin See Password Management Policy for more information on passwords.
Figure 20: Change Password Screen After changing the password, the control page reappears as shown in Figure 21. Figure 21: Control Page 4. On the control page, click Network Configuration. The Network Configuration page appears as shown in Figure 22.
Figure 22: Network Configuration Page 5. Enter the following information into the control page fields: Field Host Name Local Time Zone Use DHCP IP Address/Prefix Gateway IP Address ConfigCenter IP Address Description The host name From the drop down list, select the local time zone Select disable DHCP The unit’s IP address and prefix The gateway IP address The ConfigCenter IP address 6. Click Apply Changes. 7. Disconnect the installer laptop from the Outdoor Micro.
Password Management Policy The change password screen is shown in Figure 23. You can access it at any time from the main screen (Figure 18) by clicking Change Password. Figure 23: Change Password Screen The following list provides the password requirements. The password must contain the following: Upper case character (A, B, C, D, etc.) Lower case character (a, b, c, d, etc.) Special character (&, %, #, !, etc.) Numerical character (1, 2, 3, 4, etc.
A REGULATORY NOTICES RF Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) Exhibit Requirements FCC Part 1, Section 1.1307 states the following: Part 22 Subpart H devices are excluded from routine environmental evaluation when the operating total power level of all channels is less than 1640 Watts EIRP. Part 24 Subpart E (Broadband PCS) devices are excluded from routine environmental evaluation when the operating total power level of all channels is less than 3280Watts EIRP. No antenna is supplied with this unit.
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