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BeamPlex BRU-100 and BRU-150 Remote Unit Installation and Maintenance Service Utilities 1106333-01 Rev. 3 Nov. 2003 Legal Notices This document is published in association with the products of BeamReach Networks Incorporated. Due to ongoing product development and improvements, BeamReach Networks makes no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of this document and reserves the right to make changes without notice. Patents Products and technologies described herein include those covered by one or more U.S. patents owned by BeamReach Networks Incorporated. Copyrights 2003 BeamReach Networks Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine-
readable form without prior written consent from BeamReach Networks Incorporated. Printed in the United States of America. Trademarks BeamPlex and Adaptive MultiBeam OFDM are trademarks of BeamReach Networks Incorporated. All other brand names are trademarks of their respective holders. Revision History Document number 1106333-01 Revision Status Revision Level Date System Release Pre-Production Pre-Production Pre-Production Rev 1 Rev 2 Rev 3 April 2003 June 2003 November 2003 1.1 1.1 1.1 This document applies to System Software versions subsequent to that which is listed here, unless the document is reissued due to software feature upgrades. The software release notes will indicate the applicable document revision level. BeamReach Networks 755 North Mathilda Ave. Sunnyvale, CA 94086 408.869.8700 www.BeamReachNetworks.com ii Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction . 1 Overview . 2 Scope and Purpose . 2 Important Notices . 3 Remote Unit Models . 3 Remote Unit Service Utilities . 5 BRU Installation Tool (BRUIT) . 5 BRU Status Monitor . 5 BRU-150 Transceiver Features . 6 Installation Overview . 8 BRU-150 Self-Install Remote Unit . 8 BRU-100 Professional Install Remote Unit . 8 Reference Documents . 9 Chapter 2 Preparation . 11 Service Computer . 12 Computer . 12 Ethernet Cable . 12 IP Address . 13 Software . 13 Service Utilities . 13 Software Image . 13 Service Order File . 14 BRU-100 . 14 BRU-150 . 14 Equipment and Material . 17 Chapter 3 Installation Tool . 19 Preface . 20 BRU-150 Pre-Configuration . 20 Antenna Location . 21 Installation Tool Operation . 22 Step 1 Physical Installation . 22 LAN Connection . 23 Step 2 Login . 23 Step 3 Status Check . 24 BRU Configuration . 25 BRU Software Upload . 25 Step 4 Antenna Pointing Calculations . 27 Calculate Base Station Direction . 27 Coordinates . 28 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production iii Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Table of Contents Step 5 Antenna Pointing . 29 Background Information . 29 Working the GUI . 30 Signal Strength Details . 31 Message Log . 32 Step 6 Service Activation . 33 Step 7 IP Address . 34 Step 8 Installation Status . 35 Other Technical Features . 36 Default Configuration Button . 36 Shortcut Menu . 36 Chapter 4 Status Monitor . 39 Overview . 40 Status Monitor Displays . 41 Signal Strength Monitor . 41 IP Address Setting . 43 Diagnostics . 44 Appendix A Remote Unit Specifications . 45 Functional Characteristics . 46 User Throughput . 46 Radio Characteristics . 46 Antenna Characteristics . 47 Physical Characteristics . 47 Physical Dimensions . 47 Environmental Characteristics . 47 Regulatory Compliance . 48 Index . 49 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production iv List of Figures Chapter 1 Introduction Figure 1-1 Remote Unit Models . 4 Figure 1-2 Transceiver Front Panel . 6 Figure 1-3 Transceiver Rear Panel . 7 Chapter 2 Preparation Figure 2-1 Service Order File Contents . 16 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production v vi Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 C H A P T E R1 Introduction In This Chapter:
Overview, page 2
Remote Unit Service Utilities, page 5
BRU-150 Transceiver Features, page 6
Installation Overview, page 8
Reference Documents, page 9 This chapter introduces the service utilities for the BRU-100 and BRU-150 Remote Unit. It also provides reference information regarding the installation process. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 1 Ch. 1 Introduction Overview Overview Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities This section describes the intended use of this document and introduces the service utilities used for remote unit installation and maintenance. A remote unit is the subscriber termination equipment for the BeamPlex broadband wireless access system. It communicates with its associated base station through an RF signal path; and it communicates with the subscribers computer through an Ethernet cable. The service utilities are used to set configuration parameters, initiate the phases of service activation, and monitor the status of a remote unit. Scope and Purpose The service utilities are applicable for professional installation and diagnosis of both the BRU-150 and BRU-100 models of remote unit, which are described below. Both models are designed with the same electronics so the service utilities will work with either one of them. Caution: Read the section BRU-150 Self-Install Remote Unit on page 8 about required configuration before delivery to the subscriber. This document is primarily for technicians who perform a manual BRU-
150 installation. The BRU-150 is designed for subscriber self-installation. If the subscriber encounters problems during or after self-installation, technicians will use these service utilities to resolve the problems. For system release 1.1, the existing installation manuals listed in the section Reference Documents on page 9 accurately describe the physical installation process. However, the BRU-100 documents describe the use of the RIT (Remote Unit Installation Tool) which has now been replaced by the service utilities described here. Installers should use this document for configuring the BRU-100 until the installation manuals have been revised. 2 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 1 Introduction Overview Important Notices Warning: This device is a radio frequency transmitter. It is required to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements for transmitting devices. A minimum separation distance of 8 inches (20 cm) or more must be maintained between the antenna and all persons during device operations to ensure compliance with the FCC's rules for Radio Frequency Exposure. If this minimum distance cannot be maintained, exposure to RF levels that exceed the FCC's limits may result. This equipment must not be co-located with any other transmitting antenna. Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Note:
Any changes or modifications to this equipment that are not approved by BeamReach Networks could void your authority to operate the equipment if such changes or modifications affect the regulatory compliance specified in Appendix A. Remote Unit Models The BeamPlex Broadband Wireless Access System offers two models of remote units for CPE, as shown in Figure 1-1:
1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 3 Ch. 1 Introduction Overview Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Antenna BRU-150 Self-install, Indoor Unit Power Adapter 8 0 0 D S BRU-150 Transceiver Outdoor Unit
(ODU) BRU-100 Professional-install, Outdoor Unit Power Injector Power Adapter 7 1 0 D S Ground Wire Ground Rod Service Interface Box
(optional) Figure 1-1 Remote Unit Models 4 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 1 Introduction Remote Unit Service Utilities Remote Unit Service Utilities The service utilities are two applets designed to support the installation and maintenance of a remote unit:
BRU Installation Tool (BRUIT) The installation tool consists of a set of GUI windows that guide the installer through the steps of the configuration and activation process. Latitude/longitude coordinates of the subscribers premise and compass bearings to the closest base stations are used to accurately point the antenna in areas of difficult reception. The GUI contains a signal strength indicator and other technical displays. Installers can set certain configuration parameters and install software upgrades with this tool. The BRUIT is used primarily for BRU-100 professional installations. It is also used for onsite technical support if a subscriber encounters problems with either model of remote unit. BRU Status Monitor The status monitor displays information about the state of the air link between the remote unit and the base station. It provides a utility to change the IP address in the remote unit, and it performs a basic continuity check between the PC and the remote unit, and between the PC and base station. The status monitor utility is part of the service utilities, but it was designed for the subscriber and is installed on their computer. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 5 Ch. 1 Introduction BRU-150 Transceiver Features Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities BRU-150 Transceiver Features This section introduces the physical features of the displays and connections on the BRU-150 Transceiver. The BRU-150 is designed for the subscriber, so its displays and controls are designed for simple functionality. Default configuration button recessed behind front panel. Cycles power to the unit Sets IP address to 192.168.1.1 Sets subnet to 255.255.255.0 Sets BSOC to -1 Use a paper clip or similar object to actuate the reset button. SIGNAL STRENGTH AIR LINK SYNC 1 0 0 U D I Figure 1-2 Transceiver Front Panel LEDs illuminate progressively from the bottom up as the signal strength increases. Each LED also has three stages:
Slow blink at lowest signal Fast blink at medium signal Solid at highest signal Solid green when authentication completes. Flickers green when data is being passed. Red while unit is booting up. Flashing amber while unit auto-searches for a base station. Solid green when synchronization and ranging completes. Flickers green when data is being passed. Solid amber if synchronization did not complete. 6 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 1 Introduction BRU-150 Transceiver Features Amber LED -- Steady when Ethernet link is established. Flickers when data is being passed DATA Ethernet Green LED -- Flickers when data is being passed. 48V
.7A Power ANTENNA 2 0 0 U D I Figure 1-3 Transceiver Rear Panel 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 7 Ch. 1 Introduction Installation Overview Installation Overview Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities This section overviews the installation steps for the BRU-150 and BRU-100 remote units. BRU-150 Self-Install Remote Unit The BRU-150 is designed for the subscriber to self-install the unit. However, for system release 1.1 the configuration process has not been fully automated. You must manually set the Local RUID (remote unit identification) before delivering the unit to the subscriber. This parameter uniquely identifies this remote unit to the base station. Prior to sending the remote unit to a subscriber, you must determine the Local RUID that will be assigned to this unit. Your company should have developed a plan for Local RUID assignment. Note:
The Local RUID is normally associated with a particular subscriber. You must ensure the correct BRU-150 is being delivered to a subscriber based on the Local RUID assignment. The Local RUID is configured into the Transceiver of the BRU-150 with the BRUIT (installation tool). At Step 3 in the BRUIT you will open the BRU Configuration window and set a value for the Local RUID. The subscriber will use the BRU-150 Installation Quick Guide to accomplish the installation. If a subscriber is in an area with difficult reception, you may need to make a service call to perform a manual installation using precise antenna-pointing techniques. BRU-100 Professional Install Remote Unit The installation process for the BRU-100 is described in detail in the installation documents listed in the following section. The service utilities are used in place of the RIT (Remote Unit Installation Tool) currently described in those documents. 8 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 1 Introduction Reference Documents Reference Documents The following technical publications from BeamReach Networks describe the installation process for the two remote unit models:
BRU-150 Installation Quick Guide, 1106333-02 BRU-100 Installation and Configuration, 1106138-01 BRU-100 Installation Summary, 1106138-03 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 9 10 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 C H A P T E R2 Preparation In This Chapter:
Service Computer, page 12
Software, page 13
Equipment and Material, page 17 This chapter describes preparation tasks for the installation of a remote unit. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 11 Ch. 2 Preparation Service Computer Service Computer Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities This section describes the requirement for the service computer that will host the service utilities and be used in the field to install remote units. These requirements also apply to the subscribers computer. Computer The service utilities are designed to run on a computer with a Windows 2000 or later operating system. For field service, a portable (laptop) computer is used. The computer must be configured with an Ethernet (NIC) card, a PPPoE client, and;
a CD drive. Ethernet Cable The service computer connects to the remote unit through an Ethernet cable. BRU-150 Use a CAT 5 Ethernet straight-thru cable with RJ-45 plug (male) connectors on both ends to connect the computer to a BRU-150 Transceiver. BRU-100 For the current version of the BRU-100 remote unit, a cable is supplied with the installation kit that mates with the round connector on the Outdoor Unit and has an RJ-45 connector on the other end. You will need this cable and the installation power injector to connect the service computer to the Outdoor Unit. Follow the instructions in the BRU-100 Installation and Configuration manual, or the Installation Summary guide, using the service computer in place of the RIT. The next version of the BRU-100 will have a standard RJ-45 jack in place of the round connector, and the installation power injector will not be needed. 12 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities IP Address Ch. 2 Preparation Software The service computer must have a static IP address that is compatible with the remote units address, which is delivered with the default address of 192.168.1.1. Set the IP address in the service computer as follows:
IP address 192.168.1.X Where X is any number between 2 and 255. If the number you choose causes a conflict with another network device, you will see an error message. If this occurs, try a different number for the X value. Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Software This section lists the software files you must load onto the service computer prior to a service call. Service Utilities The service utilities are not packaged in an installation shield at this time. The files are delivered in a self-extracting Zip file (bruit.exe) on a CD. Create a new directory on the service computer and unzip the files into it. Open the applications by executing these files:
BRU-IT.exe BeamPlex Remote Unit Installation Tool BRU-Mon.exe BeamPlex Remote Unit Monitor You may to create shortcuts to these files for ease of use. Software Image You must also download and store the current remote unit software image file, which contains updates to the operating system. Step 3 in the installation tool allows you to read the software version currently in the remote unit, and to send a new image file if an update is indicated. A software image file is provided by BeamReach Networks and should be stored in your system on a TFTP server. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 13 Ch. 2 Preparation Software Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Service Order File A service order file is generated by the SAM (Service Activation Module) of the BeamPlex Element Management System. The service provider inputs customer data into the SAM for each BRU-100 subscriber.
BRU-100 For a BRU-100 installation, you must also download a service order file for each subscriber who will receive an installation on the pending service trip. This file contains the subscribers latitude and longitude estimated coordinates and the coordinates of the closest base stations. This data is retrieved when you enter the customer number in Step 4 of the installation procedure. The customer number is the numeric part of the service order file name. For example, service order file SO_567891.xml denotes a customer number of 567891.
BRU-150 A service order file may not exist for a subscriber with a BRU-150. You will need a file only if you have to perform a manual installation. In this case, there is a default service file included with installation tool that can be used. Its file name is SO_1467854.xml and it is in the same directory in the service computer as the installation tool files. Edit this default file to change the following data:
BSOC (base station offset code) The remote unit uses this code to identify a base station. Base station coordinates The latitude/longitude coordinates of the three closest base stations in your service area. Note:
You must obtain the BSOC and coordinates from the engineers that configured the base station. This XML file can be easily edited with a text editor, such as the Notepad or Wordpad applications that come standard with Windows operating systems. A portion of the service order file as read by a text editor is shown in Figure 2-1 on page 16. The file contains data on three base stations. 14 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 2 Preparation Software When changing the latitude/longitude coordinates, be sure to maintain the proper format (including quote marks) and the exact number of digits:
Latitude: dd:mm.mmmC Longitude: ddd:mm.mmmC Where:
d = degrees m = minutes C = compass (N or S latitude; E or W longitude) An example of 1-degree, 1-minute West is 001:01.000W 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 15 Ch. 2 Preparation Software Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities
<SO SERVICE-ORDER-NUM="1467854"
SUBSCRIBER-NAME=
SUBSCRIBER-ADDRESS=
SUBSCRIBER-PHONE=
STRUCTURE-TYPE=
STRUCTURE-MATERIAL=
STRUCTURE-HEIGHT=
REQUESTED-SERVICE-TYPE="1"
SERVICE-ORDER-STATUS=
ROOF-INSTALL-OK=
RESIDENTIAL-OR-BUSINESS=
SERVICE-ORDER-DATE="
SCHEDULED-INSTALL-DATE=
AVAILABLE-SERVICE-TYPE="Service 1"
SUBSCRIBER-SITE-ELEVATION="23"
EST-SUBSCRIBER-SITE-LATITUDE="37.23.657N"
EST-SUBSCRIBER-SITE-LONGITUDE="122.01.819W"
ABOVE-ROOF-REQUIRED="true"
COVERAGE-SURVEY-REQUIRED="true"
PRIMARY-BASE-ID="1"
PRIMARY-BASE-NAME="Sunnyvale Base"
PRIMARY-BSOC="4"
PRIMARY-BRN-UPPER-CH-ID="39"
PRIMARY-BRN-LOWER-CH-ID="3"
PRIMARY-BASE-LATITUDE="37:23.657N"
PRIMARY-BASE-LONGITUDE="122:01.819W"
PRIMARY-SPREAD-FACTORS="2"
PRIMARY-AVE-FLS-TX-POWER="4"
PRIMARY-BASE-ELEVATION="15"
SECONDARY-BASE-ID="2"
SECONDARY-BASE-NAME="MountainView Base"
SECONDARY-BSOC="4"
SECONDARY-BRN-UPPER-CH-ID="41"
SECONDARY-BRN-LOWER-CH-ID="5"
SECONDARY-BASE-LATITUDE="37:23.280N"
SECONDARY-BASE-LONGITUDE="122:02.980W"
SECONDARY-SPREAD-FACTORS="2"
SECONDARY-AVE-FLS-TX-POWER="4"
SECONDARY-BASE-ELEVATION="20"
TERTIARY-BASE-ID="3"
TERTIARY-BASE-NAME="San Jose Base"
TERTIARY-BSOC="10"
TERTIARY-BRN-UPPER-CH-ID="39"
TERTIARY-BRN-LOWER-CH-ID="3"
TERTIARY-BASE-LATITUDE="37:94.393N"
TERTIARY-BASE-LONGITUDE="122:99.615W"
TERTIARY-SPREAD-FACTORS="2"
TERTIARY-AVE-FLS-TX-POWER="4"
TERTIARY-BASE-ELEVATION="25"/>
Figure 2-1 Service Order File Contents 16 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 2 Preparation Equipment and Material Equipment and Material The BRU-150 is a subscriber self-install unit and does not require any additional equipment or materials. If a service call is needed to resolve installation problems or reception problems, the following equipment may be needed depending on the specific situation:
A compass for determining the bearing to a base station from the subscribers location. The compass should have a bearing ring, which is a ring around the face with graduation marks in degrees.
A GPS receiver to determine the coordinates of the subscribers locations. Alternative methods are discussed in the section Step 4 Antenna Pointing Calculations on page 27. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 17 18 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 C H A P T E R3 Installation Tool In This Chapter:
Preface, page 20
Installation Tool Operation, page 22
Other Technical Features, page 36 This chapter provides operating instructions for the BRU Installation Tool application of the service utilities. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 19 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Preface Preface Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities The procedures in this chapter describe using the installation tool for installing a BRU-150 remote unit. As discussed in Chapter 1, the BRU-150 is designed for subscriber self-
installation. However, some subscribers may be in locations where reception is difficult and they were unable to establish an airlink with the base station. Or the signal strength may be too low to provide adequate service. For these occasions, the installation tool provides a method for precise antenna pointing to acquire the base station signal and to maximize the received signal level. The installation tool can also be used in place of the RIT for a BRU-100 installation. The sequential windows in the installation tool GUI contain explanations to guide you through the basic remote unit installation process. Images of those windows are presented in this chapter with special instructions and more technical explanations of the process. The specific features and capabilities in this utility that do not exist in the subscribers self-installation process include:
Subscribers location coordinates Direction and distance to the three nearest base stations More details on signal strength and link status Ability to change remote unit configuration Control over with which base station the remote unit connects BRU-150 Pre-Configuration Caution: Remember that all BRU-150 remote units must be pre-configured with the Local RUID before being delivered to the subscriber. As described in the section BRU-150 Self-Install Remote Unit on page 8, you must manually set the Local RUID (remote unit identification) before delivering any BRU-150 to a subscriber for self-installation. This parameter uniquely identifies this remote unit to the base station. This is accomplished in Step 3 of the installation tool GUI. 20 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Preface Antenna Location The BRU-150 antenna is designed to mounted on the inside surface of a window that faces the general direction of a base station. Follow these guidelines for selecting a location at a subscriber premise with difficult reception:
Locate the antenna as high as possible in the building.
Select a window that does have large obstructions such as dense trees or a building close to it.
Do not mount the antenna in a window that has a metal screen.
Do not locate the antenna near other sources of electromagnetic radiation, such as computer monitors, televisions, microwave ovens, or wireless telephones. Per FCC rules, 8 inches (20 cm) or more of separation between the antenna and all persons must be maintained. This refers to the radiating side of the antenna, which faces out the window. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 21 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Installation Tool Operation You must complete the preparation tasks described in Chapter 2 before leaving on a service call. Refer to the BRU-150 Installation Quick Guide for the physical installation. Open the installation tool by executing the BRU-IT.exe file. Step 1 Physical Installation This window provides guidance for installing the BRU-150 components. Use the pop-up windows from the Click Here buttons, or see the Installation Quick Guide. If you are installing a BRU-100, see the Installation and Configuration manual or the Installation Summary guide. 22 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation
LAN Connection If the subscribers computer will be connected to a LAN, first connect the computer directly to the remote unit for set-up. After you complete the installation process a hub or switch can be added. The use of a router is not supported at this time due to addressing conflicts. For system release 1.3, BeamReach will provide instructions for setting the IP address for use on a LAN. Step 2 Login Both models of remote unit come from the factory with the same default IP address and password:
192.168.1.1 field 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 23 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Step 3 Status Check Note:
You must enable the Perform Manual Activation check box or the utility will revert to the automated self-install routine. This step reads certain data from the remote unit and displays it in the window. It also initiates a self-test and displays the results. This step is where you access the BRU Configuration window. See the section Service Order File on page 14 for a discussion of the BRU Configuration window parameters and the service order file. If the remote unit has failed to connect with a base station, verify the parameter values in the BRU Configuration window as described below. This step is also where you upload a new software image file. See the section below for instructions. The Error Details and Help buttons are not functional at this time. 24 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Step 1 Step 2
BRU Configuration Click the BRU Config button to open the configuration window. Verify or change the values of the following parameters:
Parameter Local RUID BSOC Value Per your network plan Per your network plan Lower Channel ID Upper Channel ID Operating Subband 3 39 1 Click Set after each value that you change. Step 3 Click Close when you are finished.
BRU Software Upload Step 1 Determine if the system software needs to be updated. a. Read the Active Software Version field in the Step 3 window. In the example shown above, the software version is 1.1.02.13. The Current SW Version in the BRU Configuration window also displays the software version. b. Look at the name of the image file you downloaded to the service computer (Software Image on page 13). The file name contains the version number. For example, an image file odu-1_1_2_14.dnl would contain software version 1.1.02.14, which is a later version than the one being displayed. If the software needs to be updated, click the BRU Software Upload button. A standard Open File dialog appears. Navigate to the new file and click Open. The upload process then begins and the status window shown below opens. Pre-Production 25 Step 2 Step 3 1106333-01 Revision 3 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities The transfer will take a few minutes and the ongoing status will display in the window. After the upload is complete, the remote unit will automatically reboot to activate the new software. You must log in with the installation tool again to proceed with the installation. Software Upload Information 26 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Step 4 Antenna Pointing Calculations This window locates the closest base stations based on latitude/longitude coordinates. If you know the direction to the base stations (by using a map, for example) you do not have to input coordinates or use the calculated pointing directions. Also see the section Antenna Location on page 21.
Calculate Base Station Direction Step 1 Enter the customer number, which is the numerical part of the file name of the service order. In the example above, the file name is SO_1467854.xml. See the section Service Order File on page 14 for more discussion. Then click Load, which causes the tool to read the data in the service order file. Tip:
Enter a single character into the Customer Number field, then click Load. An Open File dialog appears where you can navigate to the service order file. Step 2 Enter the coordinates of the subscribers location. These must be entered in the proper format, as described in the Coordinates section below. If you need to find these coordinates, see the Coordinates section. Tip:
If the subscriber coordinates were entered into the service order file, you can leave the latitude/longitude fields blank. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 27 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Step 3 Click the Calculate button. The tool then uses the latitude/longitude coordinates in the service order for the base station and those entered for the subscriber to derive the Direction and Distance values in the table at the bottom of the window. Interpret the table as follows:
Code Information only. The base station offset code identifies the base station. Direction The bearing, in degrees, to the base station. The graduations begin at North (0 degrees) and progress clockwise around the compass. Distance The distance to the base station in miles. Step 4 Use a compass and the Direction bearing for Base1 to find a suitable location for the antenna.
Coordinates If you need to determine the latitude/longitude coordinates for the subscriber, they are best derived from a GPS receiver on site. An alternative is to use a web site that will derive the coordinates from the subscribers address. One such commercial site is www.maps.com. Zoom in the map and the coordinates are displayed. Coordinates from a web source may need interpretation. Using maps.com as an example:
Longitude and latitude (in that order) are displayed:
-121.90159 37.39689 Negative values denote West longitude and South latitude. Positive values denote East longitude and North latitude. The fractional part of the degree must be converted to minutes and rounded to three decimal points:
.90159 x 60 = 54.095
.39689 x 60 = 23.813 The coordinates 121:54.095W and 37:23.813N can now be entered into the GUI. Note:
The latitude/longitude values must be entered in the exact format and with the exact number of digits shown in the GUI. 28 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Enter latitude/longitude values in this format, where d = degrees and m = minutes:
dd:mm.mmmN (or S) Latitude Example:
21:02.123S ddd:mm.mmmW (or E) Longitude Example:
002:45.500E Step 5 Antenna Pointing This step includes the antenna pointing process and establishing the initial airlink with a base station.
Background Information Steps 5 and 6 establish the airlink communication channel between the remote unit and the base station. There are four critical processes involved:
Synchronization Acquire and maintain time and frequency synchronization with the base station.
Ranging Adjust ODU power levels and transmission intervals so that the time slots carrying data arrive at the base station at the proper time.
Registration/Authentication Store base station offset code in the remote unit to identify with which base station the remote unit will communicate. Store a database record for this remote unit in the BeamPlex Element Management System (BMS). Associate the remote unit to the base station, then to the BMS. Synchronization and ranging occur in Step 5, while registration and authentication occur in Step 6. This sequence is divided into two steps so that you can ensure that the unit is receiving an adequate signal level in Step 5 before you begin the registration process. This is important because if you need to establish a link with a different base station after registration, you must manually delete the remote unit from the first base stations database. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 29 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities
Working the GUI Approximate Values:
Excellent: 104 dBm Good: 112 dBm OK: 122 dBm Step 1 Hold the antenna (or temporarily install it) at the location determined in Step 4, then click Base1. The Message Status box indicates synchronization in progress. When it detects a signal strong enough to register on the Signal Strength bar, and light one LED on the transceiver, it locks on to that base station. The Signal Strength bar indicates the received signal level. A level near the OK mark is recommended. If the signal level is low, try rotating the antenna slowly while monitoring the Signal Strength bar, which refreshes once per second. If the signal level does not improve, move the antenna to another likely location and click Base1 again. This restarts the synchronization process. Tip:
If an installation is requires repeated attempts at acquiring an adequate signal, you may need to compare the results from different antenna locations and/or different base stations. This is accomplished with the Signal Strength Details button. An example of the display window is shown below. This data can be saved as a text file and compared against other attempts. 30 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Step 2 Step 3 If you do not obtain an adequate signal from Base1, repeat this process with Base2 and then with Base3 as needed. If no antenna location results in clearly superior signal, then review the signal strength detail reports that were saved, as described above. The next section provides guidance in interpreting the data in those reports.
Signal Strength Details Look for the following three data types, listed here in order of importance:
RSL (received signal level) High value preferred. Note that these are negative numbers. SNR (signal/noise ratio) High value preferred. Est. Path Loss Low value preferred. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 31 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Use your best judgement as to which antenna location and which base station produces the best signal. A signal that registers near the OK mark is reliable, but the data rate will likely be 700 Kbps (downlink) as opposed to the maximum rate of 1.5 Mbps. Note:
If an adequate signal for the subscribers needs cannot be attained after all efforts, a BRU-100 remote unit should be considered for this subscriber.
Message Log The message log records the sequence of important events throughout the installation process. Refer to this log as needed to determine the status of the installation. 32 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Step 6 Service Activation Clicking the Service Activation button initiates the registration and authentication routines. The Link Status and Message Status fields will indicate when the airlink has been established. The Airlink LED on the transceiver illuminates at this point. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 33 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Step 7 IP Address As discussed in the section LAN Connection on page 23, changing the default IP address is normally required only when the remote unit connects to a router. 34 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Installation Tool Operation Step 8 Installation Status This final window provides a summary of the installation and airlink statistics. If you enable the Launch BRU Monitor Client check box, the status monitor application will open, and the installation tool will close, when you click Finish. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 35 Ch. 3 Installation Tool Other Technical Features Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Other Technical Features This section presents two additional features of the BRU-150 that you will use. Default Configuration Button There is a default configuration button located behind the front panel of the BRU-150 transceiver, as shown in Figure 1-2 on page 6. Actuating this button causes the following actions:
Cycles power to the transceiver Sets the IP address to the default 192.168.1.1 Sets the subnet mask to the default 255.255.255.0 Sets the base station offset code to the default -1 Insert a paper clip, or similar object, through the hole in the front panel to actuate the button. Shortcut Menu When either the status monitor or installation tool applications are opened, an icon appears in the Windows system tray of the service computer. When you close the application window, the system tray icon still remains and the application runs in the background. Right-click the system tray icon to access this shortcut menu. Note that the menu commands differ depending on which of the service utilities are open. When the status monitor is open, the Start BRU-150 Installation command is not present. The commands on this menu are described below. 36 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 3 Installation Tool Other Technical Features BRU-150 Status Opens the Status Monitor application. Start BRU-150 Installation Opens the installation tool. Logout from BRU-150 Ends the connection between the service utilities and BRU-150. Change BRU-150 IP Address Opens the Status Monitor to the BRU-150 IP Address Setting page. Reset BRU-150 Cycles power to the BRU-150. Note that cycling power does not accomplish a full reset. Configuration data is stored in non-volatile memory and is not affected by power cycling. Actuating the reset button on the transceiver erases this data. About BRU-150 Self-Install Software Standard product splash screen. Exit Closes whichever application is open. This command is the only way to completely close the applications. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 37 38 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 C H A P T E R4 Status Monitor In This Chapter:
Overview, page 40
Status Monitor Displays, page 41 This chapter describes the status monitor window of the service utilities. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 39 Ch. 4 Status Monitor Overview Overview Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities The three tabbed pages in the status monitor window provide the following functions:
Signal Strength Monitor Displays the signal strength from the base station Displays base code, link status, and signal strength data Provides links to detailed reports on signal strength and the message log
IP Address Setting Sets a new IP address in the remote unit
Diagnostics Tests connectivity between the host PC and the remote unit, and between the remote unit and the base station. Open the status monitor by executing the file BRU-Mon.exe. The status monitor is also installed on the subscribers computer during the installation process. It is intended to provide limited functionality to technically-oriented subscribers. For the less technical subscribers, it is an information source they may be asked to read during a telephone technical support session. 40 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 4 Status Monitor Status Monitor Displays Status Monitor Displays This section provides details of the GUI displays in the status monitor. Signal Strength Monitor This page contains the following features:
Login Use the remote unit default IP address of 192.168.1.1 to log in. You do not need to log in if the status monitor is opened after the installation tool and the remote unit have established a connection. The login field will be greyed out. If the remote unit is reset or power-cycled after establishing the connection, you must log in again. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 41 Ch. 4 Status Monitor Status Monitor Displays Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities
Signal Strength (Bar) The graduation numbers on the dynamic bar display are relative, they do not have a unit of measure. The approximate signal levels at the guidance marks are as follows:
0 = Approximately -127 dBm OK = Approximately -122 dBm Good = Approximately -112 dBm Excellent = Approximately -99 dBm The displays maximum is -80 dBm. Selected Code This is the base station offset code, which is a unique identifier the remote unit uses to distinguish one base station from another. The displayed code indicates the base station with which the remote unit is registered. Link Status This is the current functional status of the remote unit. The status information is used primarily for technical service calls. A fully functional unit has a status of Airlink Active (14). Signal Strength (Value) This field provides a numerical display of the signal strength shown in the dynamic bar display. See the explanation above for Signal Strength
(Bar). Signal Strength Details This button generates a report containing highly technical data. This is discussed in the section Signal Strength Details on page 31.
Message Log This button opens a log of the current session. This is discussed in the section Message Log on page 32. 42 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Ch. 4 Status Monitor Status Monitor Displays IP Address Setting Use this page to change the IP address in the remote unit, if necessary. The default factory address of 192.168.1.1 will work for a remote unit that is connected directly to the host PC. The address may need to be changed for a LAN connection. See the section LAN Connection on page 23 for more discussion. NOTE:
The text shown above in this window describes an old default address. This display will be changed in the next release. The Signal Strength Details and Message Log buttons are the same as those on the previous page. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 43 Ch. 4 Status Monitor Status Monitor Displays Diagnostics Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities This page allows you test the connectivity from the host PC to the remote unit, and from the host PC to the base station. In the Network Health pane, expand the Network Connectivity branch by clicking the + symbol. Select either the BRU or the Base sub-branch from the display. Click the Test button then observe the results in the lower panel. Click the Clear button to clear the lower panel display, if desired. 44 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 A P P E N D I XA Remote Unit Specifications In This Appendix:
Functional Characteristics, page 46
User Throughput, page 46
Radio Characteristics, page 46
Antenna Characteristics, page 47
Physical Characteristics, page 47
Physical Dimensions, page 47
Environmental Characteristics, page 47
Regulatory Compliance, page 48 This appendix presents technical specifications for the BRU-100 and BRU-150 Remote Unit. The listed specifications are applicable to both models unless otherwise indicated. 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 45 App. A Remote Unit Specifications Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Functional Characteristics Interfaces:
Frequency Range:
Active Channel Bandwidth:
Access Method:
Duplex Method:
Protocols:
Air Link Security:
Service Rate:
Service Classes:
10/100 Ethernet 2305 2320 MHz and 2345 2360 MHz, 1.25 Mhz, paired OFDMA, SDMA TDD IP, UDP, TCP, PPPoE, SNMP, RTP, FTP, L2TP, IPSec 128 bit private key encryption and authentication variable from 64 Kbps to 1.5 Mbps Best Effort User Throughput Bits/symbol Modulation Downstream 4 3 2 32 QAM 16 QAM 8 PSK 1.5 Mbps 1.1 Mbps 770 Kbps Upstream 1.2 Mbps 900 Kbps 600 Kbps Radio Characteristics Transmit Power:
Active Channel Bandwidth:
Modulation:
+30 dBm average 1.25 Mhz, paired OFDM, 32 QAM, 16 QAM, 8 PSK (adaptive) 46 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities App. A Remote Unit Specifications Antenna Characteristics Bore Sight Gain:
Azimuthal Beam width:
Polarization:
Separation Distance BRU-100 18 dBi nominal BRU-150 11 dBi minimum 20 degrees nominal 90 degrees nominal Vertical Vertical 8 in. (20 cm) Minimum distance between radiating surface and any person, per FCC rules for RF exposure. Physical Characteristics Antenna Cable:
Power Source:
BRU-100 Cat5 outdoor;
Maximum 50 m (150 feet) length BRU-150 RG-223 Maximum 47 cm (120 in.) length 110-220 VAC 750 mA, 50-60 Hz Power adapter converts to 48 VDC 110-220 VAC 750 mA, 50-60 Hz Power adapter converts to 48 VDC Physical Dimensions BRU-100 (ODU) BRU-150 (Transceiver) Height:
Width:
Depth:
Weight:
39 cm (15.5 in) 39 cm (15.5 in) 6.5 cm (2.5 in) 4.7 kg (10.5 lb) 22.9 cm (9.0in.) 11.0 cm (4.3 in.) 23.2 cm (9.1 in.) 1.4 kg (3.1 lb) Environmental Characteristics Operating Temperature:
Relative Humidity
(max, operating):
BRU-100 (ODU) 40C to +50C 100%
BRU-150 (Transceiver)
+5C to +35C 95%
1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 47 App. A Remote Unit Specifications Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance:
Safety Compliance:
FCC Title 47: Part 15 (class B); Part 27 (WCS bands A and B) UL 60950 Information subject to change without notice. 48 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3 A airlink 29 antenna location 21 authentication 29, 33 B base station offset code 42 bearing 28 BRU Configuration window 24 BRU Installation Tool, introduction 5 BRU-100 defined 3 BRU-150 defined 3 BRUIT see BRU Installation Tool BSOC (base station offset code) 14 button, default configuration 36 C compass 17 computer requirements 12 configuration window 24 connectivity test 44 coordinates 27 coordinates, finding 28 customer number 14, 27 cycle power 37 D data rate 32 default configuration button 36 direction to base station 28 E equipment, installation 17 Ethernet cable 12 F FCC rules 3, 21 front panel 6 G GPS 17, 28 H hub 23 I installation documents 9 installation overview 8 Index installation utility defined 5 open 22 operation of 20 installing components 22 IP address 13, 23, 41 IP address, default 13 IP address, setting 43 L LAN 23 latitude 27 Local RUID assignment 8 defined 8 setting 20 login 23, 41 logout 37 longitude 27 M message log 32 O operating system 13 P password 23 R ranging 29 rear panel 7 registration 29, 33 remote unit, models of 3 reset 41 RIT (Remote Unit Installation Tool) 2, 8 router 23 S service computer 12 service order customer number 27 defined 14 editing 14 service utilities defined 5 installation of 13 installation utility 19 status monitor 40 1106333-01 Revision 3 Pre-Production 49 Index Remote Unit Installation Service Utilities shortcut menu 36 signal level 30 signal strength detail window 31 in dBm 42 monitor tool 41 overview 40 software image file 13, 24 specifications 45 status monitor defined 5 open 40 switch 23 synchronization 29 T Transceiver front panel 6 rear panel 7 U upload software 25 50 Pre-Production 1106333-01 Revision 3
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1 | 2003-11-21 | 2351.25 ~ 2358.75 | TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter | Original Equipment |
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1 | Effective |
2003-11-21
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1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
BeamReach Networks
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1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0004359741
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1 | Physical Address |
755 North Mathilda Avenue
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Sunnyvale, California 94086
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United States
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 | TCB Application Email Address |
d******@intertek.com
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1 | TCB Scope |
B1: Commercial mobile radio services equipment in the following 47 CFR Parts 20, 22 (cellular), 24,25 (below 3 GHz) & 27
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app s | FCC ID | |||||
1 | Grantee Code |
QON
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1 | Equipment Product Code |
BRU100
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 | Name |
A******** T********
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1 | Title |
Director, Hardware Engineering
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1 | Telephone Number |
408-8********
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1 | Fax Number |
408 8********
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1 |
t******@beamreachnetworks.com
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
1 | Firm Name |
Intertek Testing Services
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1 | Name |
D******** C********
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1 | Physical Address |
1365 Adams Court
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1 |
Menlo Park, California 94025
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1 |
United States
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1 | Telephone Number |
650 4********
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1 | Fax Number |
650 4********
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1 |
d******@intertek.com
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app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
1 | Firm Name |
Intertek Testing Services
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1 | Name |
D******** C******
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1 | Physical Address |
1365 Adams Court
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1 |
Menlo Park, California 94025
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1 |
United States
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1 | Telephone Number |
650 4********
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1 | Fax Number |
650 4********
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1 |
d******@intertek.com
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app s | Confidentiality (long or short term) | |||||
1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Equipment Class | TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter | ||||
1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Wireless Outdoor Remote Unit | ||||
1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Grant Comments | Output is peak conducted power. Average conducted power with the duty cycle ratio reported in this filing is 0.29 W. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be fixed-mounted on outdoor permanent structures. RF exposure compliance is addressed at the time of licensing, as required by the responsible FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location requirements of 1.1307(b)(3). | ||||
1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
app s | Test Firm Name and Contact Information | |||||
1 | Firm Name |
Intertek Testing Services NA Inc.
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1 | Name |
J****** Q****
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1 | Telephone Number |
949-4********
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1 | Fax Number |
650-4********
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1 |
j******@intertek.com
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1 | 1 | 27 | CE | 2306.25 | 2313.75 | 6.8 | 0.1 Hz | 2M50D7D | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 2 | 27 | BC | 2351.25 | 2358.75 | 6.8 | 0.1 Hz | 2M50D7D |
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