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Cover IP-RN 8000 Installation and Commissioning Guide Release 2.0 910056 Rev01d IP-RN 8000 Installation and Commissioning Guide IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide iii Copyright 2002 and 2003 Airvana, Inc. All rights reserved. Airvana is a registered trademark of Airvana. AirVista is a trademark of Airvana. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. This document contains information that is the property of Airvana, Inc. This document may not be copied, reproduced, reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form, or otherwise duplicated, and the information herein may not be used, disseminated or otherwise disclosed, except with the prior written consent of Airvana, Inc. THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL STATEMENTS, INFORMATION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ARE BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE BUT ARE PRESENTED WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. USERS MUST TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR APPLICATION OF ANY PRODUCTS. THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT ARE SET FORTH IN THE INFORMATION PACKET THAT SHIPPED WITH THE PRODUCT AND ARE INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED WARRANTY, CONTACT YOUR AIRVANA SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR A COPY. iv Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Contents About this guide About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... xiii Purpose............................................................................................................................................................. xiv Audience .......................................................................................................................................................... xiv Conventions ...................................................................................................................................................... xv Text conventions....................................................................................................................................... xv Icon conventions ..................................................................................................................................... xvii Related documentation ................................................................................................................................. xviii Release 2.0 document set...................................................................................................................... xviii Documentation CD-ROM......................................................................................................................... xx Release 2.0 online documentation ............................................................................................................ xx Airvana contact information ............................................................................................................................. xx Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding the network................................................................................................................................. 2 Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views...................................................................................... 3 Understanding the cabinet font view ......................................................................................................... 3 Understanding cabinet right side view........................................................................................................ 5 Understanding the cabinet back view ......................................................................................................... 7 Understanding access panels ...................................................................................................................... 9 Understanding module slot numbering............................................................................................................. 11 Understanding replaceability terms .................................................................................................................. 12 Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit............................................................... 13 Understanding radio sectors...................................................................................................................... 13 Understanding the Sector Radio Kit ......................................................................................................... 14 Understanding the Radio Module ............................................................................................................. 14 Understanding the Power Amplifier module ............................................................................................ 16 Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module .................................................................................. 17 Understanding the Digital Module Kit ............................................................................................................. 19 Understanding Digital Module Kit modules............................................................................................. 19 Understanding Digital Module Kit redundancy........................................................................................ 20 Understanding the Timing Frequency Unit module ................................................................................. 21 Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module ........................................................... 22 Understanding the 1xDOM module.......................................................................................................... 25 Understanding the Power Distribution Unit ..................................................................................................... 27 Understanding the Alarm Unit.......................................................................................................................... 29 Understanding the Fan Unit.............................................................................................................................. 31 Understanding the backhaul punch block and switch....................................................................................... 32 Understanding the backhaul punch block................................................................................................. 32 Understanding the backhaul switch .......................................................................................................... 33 Understanding surge protection and grounding................................................................................................ 33 Understanding the secondary surge protection system............................................................................. 33 Understanding grounding requirements.................................................................................................... 34 Understanding external connections................................................................................................................. 34 Understanding the tech-on-site switch.............................................................................................................. 36 Understanding LEDs......................................................................................................................................... 37 Understanding cabinet air flow......................................................................................................................... 37 Chapter 2 Installation process About this chapter............................................................................................................................................. 39 Understanding installation and commissioning................................................................................................ 40 Understanding the installation process ............................................................................................................. 40 Understanding alternative installation .............................................................................................................. 41 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide v Contents Chapter 3 Before you install About this chapter............................................................................................................................................. 43 Site planning and construction.......................................................................................................................... 44 Planning the network ........................................................................................................................................ 44 Receiving all shipping and materials ................................................................................................................ 44 Electro static discharge and GR-1089 compliance ........................................................................................... 44 Safety Recommendations and Warnings .......................................................................................................... 45 Radio frequency radiation exposure limits ............................................................................................... 45 Lithium battery warning ........................................................................................................................... 45 Maintaining Safety With Electricity ......................................................................................................... 45 Warning Definition ................................................................................................................................... 46 Product Disposal ....................................................................................................................................... 46 Lightning Activity Warning...................................................................................................................... 46 Jewelry Removal Warning........................................................................................................................ 46 Power Supply Warning............................................................................................................................. 46 Power Supply Disconnection Warning..................................................................................................... 46 Power Disconnection Warning ................................................................................................................. 46 Grounded Equipment Warning................................................................................................................. 47 Installation Warning ................................................................................................................................. 47 Notices .............................................................................................................................................................. 47 Part-68 Notice ........................................................................................................................................... 47 Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground About this chapter............................................................................................................................................. 49 Understanding the cabinet installation process................................................................................................. 50 Understanding outdoor installation................................................................................................................... 51 Mounting pad............................................................................................................................................ 51 Loading ..................................................................................................................................................... 51 Lifting - overhead space ........................................................................................................................... 51 Earthquakes............................................................................................................................................... 51 Mounting hardware................................................................................................................................... 51 Understanding indoor installation..................................................................................................................... 52 Loading ..................................................................................................................................................... 52 Lifting - overhead space ........................................................................................................................... 52 Earthquakes............................................................................................................................................... 52 Mounting................................................................................................................................................... 52 Planning conduit and grounding installation .................................................................................................... 53 Unpacking the cabinet from its shipping container .......................................................................................... 54 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 54 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 54 Removing access panels ................................................................................................................................... 56 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 56 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 56 Unbolting the cabinet from its palette............................................................................................................... 57 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 57 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 57 Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad............................................................................................................ 58 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 58 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 59 Bolting the cabinet in place .............................................................................................................................. 62 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 62 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 62 Re-installing the left side access panel ............................................................................................................. 63 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 63 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 63 Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel ..................................... 64 vi Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Contents Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 64 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 64 Connecting the power supply ........................................................................................................................... 65 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 65 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 66 Grounding the cabinet....................................................................................................................................... 67 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 67 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 68 Testing primary power...................................................................................................................................... 69 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 69 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 69 Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul About this chapter............................................................................................................................................. 73 Understanding the backhaul installation process.............................................................................................. 74 Understanding backhaul links........................................................................................................................... 75 Removing the punch block access panel .......................................................................................................... 76 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 76 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 76 Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block ................................................................................................ 77 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 77 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 77 Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block.................................................................................................. 79 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 79 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 79 Re-installing the access panels ......................................................................................................................... 83 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 83 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 83 Chapter 6 Connecting antennas About this chapter............................................................................................................................................. 85 Understanding the antenna installation process................................................................................................ 86 Understanding warnings and cautions .............................................................................................................. 87 Understanding the pre-assembled Rox System ................................................................................................ 87 Optionally assembling your own Rox .............................................................................................................. 89 Airvana Rox kits ....................................................................................................................................... 89 Assembly requirements............................................................................................................................. 89 RF and GPS cable locations...................................................................................................................... 90 Removing access panels ................................................................................................................................... 91 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 91 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 91 Installing the Rox System cabinet seal ............................................................................................................. 94 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 94 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 94 Connecting GPS and RF antennas .................................................................................................................... 96 Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 96 Procedure .................................................................................................................................................. 96 Chapter 7 Installing modules About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 103 Understanding the module installation process .............................................................................................. 104 Installing a Power Amplifier........................................................................................................................... 105 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 105 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide vii Contents Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 106 Installing a Radio Module............................................................................................................................... 108 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 108 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 108 Connecting the RM to the PA with the RF cable ........................................................................................... 111 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 111 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 111 Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit .................................................................... 113 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 113 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 113 Installing a Timing Frequency Unit................................................................................................................ 116 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 116 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 116 Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller.......................................................................................... 119 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 119 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 119 Installing a 1xDOM ........................................................................................................................................ 122 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 122 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 122 Chapter 8 Applying primary power About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 125 Powering the node .......................................................................................................................................... 126 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 126 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 126 Chapter 9 Commissioning process About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 127 Understanding the commissioning process..................................................................................................... 128 Understanding commissioning requirements.................................................................................................. 129 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 129 Other requirements ................................................................................................................................. 129 Software update requirements ................................................................................................................ 129 Chapter 10 Establishing CLI connections About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 131 Understanding the CLI connection process .................................................................................................... 132 Understanding CLI/serial connections............................................................................................................ 132 CLI/serial ................................................................................................................................................ 132 CLI/serial on redundant systems..................................................................................................... 132 CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet ......................................................................................................................... 133 CLI/telnet/backhaul ................................................................................................................................ 133 Understanding craft Ethernet connection to the node..................................................................................... 133 Establishing the CLI/serial connection ........................................................................................................... 135 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 135 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 135 Configuring IP on the craft Ethernet and laptop............................................................................................. 137 Establishing the CLI/telnet/Ethernet connection ............................................................................................ 138 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 138 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 138 viii Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Contents Chapter 11 Updating node software About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 139 Understanding the software update process.................................................................................................... 140 Checking the active release and free disk space ............................................................................................. 140 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 140 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 141 Transferring the node software from the laptop to the node........................................................................... 142 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 142 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 142 Activating the release...................................................................................................................................... 144 Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 145 Understanding the scripting process ............................................................................................................... 146 Understanding scripts ..................................................................................................................................... 146 Understanding script transfer options ............................................................................................................. 147 Serial link requires less configuration .................................................................................................... 147 Remote file transfer requires FTP........................................................................................................... 147 Use FTP to transfer large files such as software releases ....................................................................... 147 Initializing the node to receive a file with kermit........................................................................................... 147 Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element........................................................................... 148 Verifying the script file is on the node ........................................................................................................... 154 Running the script........................................................................................................................................... 155 Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 157 Understanding the backhaul link loopback test process ................................................................................. 158 Understanding backhaul loopback testing ...................................................................................................... 159 Understanding a typical T1/E1 backhaul network.......................................................................................... 160 Understanding Ethernet loopbacks ................................................................................................................. 160 Looping back T1/E1 backhaul links ............................................................................................................... 161 Looping back Ethernet backhaul links............................................................................................................ 162 Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters............................................................................ 163 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 163 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 163 Performing external loopback tests on backhaul links ................................................................................... 164 Troubleshooting failed backhaul links............................................................................................................ 166 Removing physical loopbacks ........................................................................................................................ 168 Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 169 Understanding the transmit power calibration process................................................................................... 170 Understanding calibration purpose ................................................................................................................. 171 Understanding requirements ........................................................................................................................... 171 Understanding the need for simultaneous CLI sessions ................................................................................. 171 Enabling the base station and checking the IP-RNC 8500 ............................................................................. 172 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 172 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 172 Verifying GPS status ...................................................................................................................................... 172 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 172 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 173 Disabling all sectors........................................................................................................................................ 174 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide ix Contents Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 174 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 174 Attaching the sectors test equipment............................................................................................................. 176 Required tools ......................................................................................................................................... 176 Warnings................................................................................................................................................. 176 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 177 Enabling and blossoming the sector to be calibrated...................................................................................... 178 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 178 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 178 Starting FTAP for the sector........................................................................................................................... 179 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 179 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 179 Measuring power loss for the sector ............................................................................................................... 180 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 180 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 180 Setting the sectors transmit power................................................................................................................. 181 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 181 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 181 Verifying the sectors power level.................................................................................................................. 182 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 182 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 182 Completing the sectors transmit power calibration process .......................................................................... 183 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 183 Warnings................................................................................................................................................. 183 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 184 Blossoming and enabling all sectors............................................................................................................... 185 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 185 Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 185 Chapter 15 Completing commissioning About this chapter........................................................................................................................................... 187 Understanding the commissioning completion process.................................................................................. 188 Checking the modules with CLI ..................................................................................................................... 188 Disconnecting the laptop ................................................................................................................................ 189 Preparing the cabinet for your departure ........................................................................................................ 189 Preparing the site for your departure .............................................................................................................. 190 Appendix A IP-RN 8000 Specifications About this appendix ........................................................................................................................................ 191 Appendix B Using the door About this appendix ........................................................................................................................................ 197 Opening the door ............................................................................................................................................ 198 Closing the door.............................................................................................................................................. 199 Padlocking the door ........................................................................................................................................ 200 Opening the PC shelf ...................................................................................................................................... 201 Closing the PC shelf ....................................................................................................................................... 202 Appendix C Using access panels About this appendix ........................................................................................................................................ 203 Removing the power terminal access panel.................................................................................................... 204 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 204 Re-installing the power terminal access panel................................................................................................ 205 x Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Requirements: ......................................................................................................................................... 205 Re-installing the right side cable access panel................................................................................................ 207 Contents Glossary Acronyms Index IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide xi Contents xii Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d About this guide About this chapter This chapter provides information you need to use the IP-RN 8000 Installation and Commissioning Guide effectively. Specifically, it contains the following sections:
Purpose on page xiv Audience on page xiv Conventions on page xv Related documentation on page xviii Airvana contact information on page xx IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide xiii
About this guide Purpose This guide provides detailed processes and procedures required to install and commission an IP-RN 8000. Audience This guide should be read by network planners in order to understand the installation and commissioning process and requirements. This guide should be used by field technicians to install and commission nodes at cell sites. Field technicians installing nodes must be able to use the following:
Common tools such as screwdrivers and wrenches Torque wrench Thread tapping kits Crane for lifting the cabinet onto the concrete pad 66-punch blocks Field technicians commissioning nodes must use a variety of software applications, including:
Window 98 (at least) FTP HyperTerminal or an equivalent terminal emulation program. They must also be able to understand serial connections, CLI node management, telnet, and Ethernet connections. xiv Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Conventions Conventions This section describes Airvana document conventions. It contains these sections:
Text conventions on page xv Icon conventions on page xvii Text conventions Table 1 lists and describes the text conventions in Airvana guides. Table 1 Airvana text conventions Convention Description bold face angle brackets
Indicate a required parameter in a Command Line Interface (CLI) command. For example:
>band-class <class>
In the above example, <class> is a required parameter that happens to be a variable parameter (indicated by the italics) with a range of 1 to 3. A valid command in this syntax is:
>band-class 3 Indicate that you press the keyboard character enclosed in the brackets. For example:
Press <ENTER> to continue. In the above example, you press the Enter key to continue.
Press <CTRL><ALT><DELETE> to reboot your computer. In the above example, you press the Ctrl, Alt, and Delete keys simultaneously to reboot your computer. Indicates text that must be entered exactly as shown. For example:
Enter ping 192.23.10.12 at the CLI prompt.
Enter 255.255.255.0 in the Net Mask field. In both examples above, you must enter the bold text exactly as shown. boldface screen font italic screen font Indicates a variable parameter in a CLI command. For example:
>authentication key <aukey>
In the above example, <aukey> is a variable parameter that specifies the authentication key for which you must enter a value, containing up to 16 numbers. A valid command in this syntax is:
>authentication key 9782503000 boldface square brackets
Indicates an optional parameter in a CLI command. For example:
>activate image <version> [reboot]
In the above example, [reboot] is an optional parameter. A valid command in this syntax is:
>activate image rnc8500.2.0.0 boldface pipe character
Indicates you enter one or the other of the identified parameter options. For example:
>channel-included <yes | no>
A valid command in this syntax is:
>channel-included yes IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide xv
About this guide Table 1 Airvana text conventions (continued) Convention A.B.C.D Description Indicates a standard IP address. For example:
>telnet <A.B.C.D>
A valid command in this syntax is:
>telnet 10.0.0.1
/bit-length-mask Indicates an IP mask in bit-length format. For example:
>ip address <A.B.C.D/bit-length-mask>
AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF arrow icon () blue underline text plain screen font boldface font A valid command in this syntax is:
>ip address 10.1.1.1/24 Indicates a Media Access Control (MAC) hardware address specified as six pairs of hexadecimal characters separated by colons. For example:
>ip address <A.B.C.D> <AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF>
A valid command in this syntax is:
>ip address 10.1.1.1 11:22:33:DD:EE:FF Indicates the Graphical User Interface (GUI) menu path. For example:
Select Edit Add Network to open the Add Network screen. In the above example, you select the Add Network option from the Edit menu to open the Add Network screen. Indicates a hypertext link in a PDF file to the cross-referenced text. For example:
See Audience on page xiv. In the above example, clicking on Audience brings you to the appropriate section and page in a PDF file for the Audience section. Indicates system output in a command line or system-generated file. For example:
IP address 192.23.10.12 is alive. The above example shows the systems response after you successfully ping the identified IP address. Indicates GUI menu options, drop-down lists, and buttons. For example:
1. Select Edit Delete Node. The system prompts you to confirm the request. 2. Click OK. plain italic font Indicates file and directory names, book titles, and emphasized words. xvi Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Icon conventions Airvana documents use the following icons:
Conventions The caution icon appears in procedures, that, if performed incorrectly, can damage equipment or lose data. The note icon appears in text that provides additional or helpful information. CAUTION NOTE TIP The tip icon appears in text that describes procedure shortcuts. The warning icon appears in procedures, that, if performed incorrectly, can physically harm you. Before you perform the procedure, you must be aware of electrical circuitry hazards and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. WARNING The wrist strap icon appears in procedures that require you to wear a wrist strap. WRIST STRAP IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide xvii About this guide Related documentation This section describes documentation related to the IP-RN 8000 Installation and Commissioning Guide. It contains these sections:
Release 2.0 document set on page xviii Documentation CD-ROM on page xx Release 2.0 online documentation on page xx Release 2.0 document set Table 2 lists and briefly describes each guide in the Airvana Release 2.0 Customer Documentation set. Table 2 Release 2.0 document set Guide title Airvana Release 2.0 Notes Airvana Release 2.0 Documentation Road Map Airvana IP-RAN RF and 1xEV-DO Planning Guide Airvana IP-RAN Network Planning Guide Brief description Introduces Release 2.0 features and identifies known anomalies and any workarounds. Single-page document graphically depicting Airvana IP-RAN deployment steps, with pointers to the appropriate Airvana Release 2.0 guide documenting each step. Provides a comprehensive understanding of the Airvana IP-RAN planning process, identifying the information a qualified network engineer needs to design the radio frequency (RF) portion of a new IP-RAN to meet an operators service quality, coverage, and capacity requirements. This information enables the network engineer to determine cell site locations and the number of carriers each cell site requires. Additionally, identifies the information a qualified network engineer needs to design the 1xEV-DO portion of a new IP-RAN, focusing on how to:
Determine the number of IP-RNC 8500s required to support the IP-RN 8000s
Associate IP-RN 8000s with IP-RNC 8500s Implement fault tolerance in the IP-RAN
Configure the PDSN
Configure any AN-AAAs on the IP-RAN
Overlay an IP-RAN on a cdma-2000 network Provides a comprehensive understanding of the IP planning portion of designing a new IP-RAN. Discusses IP address/subnet design and network element IP requirements, as well as load balancing and static route/
RIP recommendations. Includes a chapter on AirVista Management System planning, including remote-access options and fault-tolerance planning. xviii Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Table 2 Release 2.0 document set (continued) Guide title Brief description Related documentation Airvana Cell Site Planning Guide Airvana Script Generation Guide Airvana 1xEV-DO Parameters Reference Guide Getting Started with the AirVista Management System IP-RNC 8500 Installation and Commissioning Guide IP-RN 8000 Installation and Commissioning Guide AirVista Management System Administrator Guide AirVista Management System User Guide Airvana Network Integration Guide Provides professionals responsible for the wireless operator's planning, cell-site acquisition/zoning, and architecture/civil engineering functions, the specifications they need to select and prepare cell sites for Airvana IP-RN 8000 (IP Radio Node 8000) installations that are greenfield deployments. The guide focuses on the IP-RN 8000 standard configuration. Describes how to use the Airvana Merge Tool and Script Generation Tool to produce customized configuration scripts for commissioning IP-RN 8000s and IP-RNC 8500s. Provides parameter details for configurable 1xEV-DO parameters. This guide is available post Release 2.0. Printed guide shipped with the AirVista Management System software CD. Contains AirVista licensing information, software and hardware requirements, and describes how to install AirVista server software, including guidelines or installing the Oracle and VERITAS software required to support AirVista. Describes how to physically install the IP-RNC 8500 at the data center, including: rack-mounting instructions, backhaul network connections, the Packet Data Serving Node (PDSN) connection, and CLI management station connection. Describes the power-on process and how to use the CLI to run the configuration script to commission the device. Lists physical and environmental specifications, agency approvals, and cable specifications and pinouts. Describes how to physically install the IP-RN 8000, including how to physically secure the IP-RN 8000 at the cell site, connect the IP-RN 8000 to the backhaul network, cell-site antenna, cell-site grounding system, GPS antenna, and CLI management station. Describes how to power on the IP-RN 8000 and use the CLI to run the configuration script to commission the device. Covers physical and environmental specifications, agency approvals, cable specifications, pinouts, voltage power requirements, and concrete and crane installations. Describes how to administer, configure, and maintain the AirVista server. Describes how to use AirVista client software to manage an Airvana IP-RAN. Describes the steps to integrate various pieces of equipment and test connectivity in the IP-RAN prior to going operational. This guide is available post Release 2.0. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide xix About this guide Table 2 Release 2.0 document set (continued) Guide title Brief description Airvana Command Line Interface (CLI) Reference Guide Airvana Logging Message Reference Guide IP-RN 8000 Hardware Maintenance Guide IP-RNC 8500 Hardware Maintenance Guide Provides a CLI overview and describes the function of every CLI command. Provides a logging overview and describes each log message, identifying what each message means, possible causes, and guidelines for responding to each error message. Provides instructions for maintaining IP-RN 8000 hardware. This guide is available post Release 2.0. Provides instructions for maintaining IP-RNC 8500 hardware. This guide is available post Release 2.0. Documentation CD-ROM The Airvana Release 2.0 document set and additional literature are available in a CD-ROM package. Airvana updates the documentation CD-ROM with every software release, as well as periodically between releases. To order an Airvana Release 2.0 Documentation CD-ROM, contact your local sales representative or Airvana customer support. Release 2.0 online documentation The entire Airvana Release 2.0 document set is available as HTML online documentation integrated with the AirVista Management System. The Release 2.0 online documentation features:
Context-sensitive help support for all AirVista screens Integrated email support for contacting Airvana customer support Access to PDF files of all Release 2.0 documents Full-text search support and bookmarks Airvana contact information To contact Airvana by:
Phone:
+ 1 (866) 344-7437
+ 1 (866) 3G IS HERE
+ 1 (978) 250-3000 (International) Email:
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Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 This chapter provides an overview of the IP-RN 8000 from a hardware perspective. This chapter contains the following sections:
Understanding the network on page 2 Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views on page 3 Understanding module slot numbering on page 11 Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit on page 13 Understanding the Digital Module Kit on page 19 Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27 Understanding the Alarm Unit on page 29 Understanding the Fan Unit on page 31 Understanding the backhaul punch block and switch on page 32 Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 Understanding external connections on page 34 Understanding LEDs on page 37 Understanding the tech-on-site switch on page 36 Understanding cabinet air flow on page 37 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 1
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding the network Figure 1 shows a typical deployment of the IP Radio Node 8000 (IP-RN 8000). The IP-RN 8000 is installed at the base of a cell tower and achieves two-way radio communications with access terminals through RF antennas as appropriate. The IP-RN 8000 receives timing signals through pr imary and optional redundant Global Positioning System (GPS) antennas. The IP-RN 8000 is grounded and connected to a power source. Each IP-RN 8000 is connected through backhaul links (up to four T1/E1s or a primary and optional redundant 10/100 Mbit/sec Ethernet) to an IP Radio Network Controller 8500 (IP-RNC 8500). These backhaul links carry access terminal data communications and IP-RN 8000 management communications. The IP-RNC 8500 is connected to the Internet thro ugh a packet data serving node (PDSN). This link carries all data communications between the access terminals and the Internet. For more information on IP-RN 8000 backhaul, antenna, power, ground and other connections, see Understanding external connections on page 34. IP-RNC 8500 RF and GPS antennas Ethernet switch Backhaul links PDSN Internet IP router IP-RN 8000 Power Ground Other IP-RN 8000s Figure 1 Typical network topology with IP-RN 8000(s), IP-RNC 8500, and other devices and links Figure 1 shows the network connections and devices in a typical IP-RN 8000 deployment. As with all networks, there are many variations of deployment and connectivity options. For more information, see the IP-RAN Network Planning Guide. NOTE 2 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views This section introduces the main IP-RN 8000 hardware components and contains the following sections:
Understanding the cabinet font view on page 3 Understanding cabinet right side view on page 5 Understanding the cabinet back view on page 7 For information about the overall installation processes and related procedures, see Understanding the installation process on page 40. NOTE Understanding the cabinet font view Figure 2 shows the hardware components that are visible when the IP-RN 8000 is viewed from the front with the door open. This IP-RN 8000 has three Sector Radio Kits and two Digital Module Kits for fail-safe operation and redundancy. Table 3 explains all labeled components. Lifting hooks Power Distribution Unit Door
(open) Cabinet Backhaul punch block
(behind access panel) Fan unit Tech-on-site switch Figure 2 Front view Alarm Unit Module slots for Sector Radio Kits and Digital Module Kits Antenna Interface Unit
(AIU) Blank 2U for user equipment Power terminal Power terminal access panel (cover removed) IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 3
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 3 Front view components Component Description Cabinet Door (open) The cabinet is the entire node, including the frame, the sheet metal exterior, all modules and units, etc. The front door features a latching handle that can be padlocked from the outside. The door also has a locking bar for propping the door open during configuration and maintenance. The door contains an exhaust vent an intake vent, and a heat exchanger, as well as a laptop shelf and a container for holding documents and cables.
See Appendix B, Using the door Lifting hooks (eye bolts) There are four lifting hooks (eye bolts) that you screw into 1/2 inch diameter holes in the four corners of the top of the cabinet during installation. After the cabinet has been removed from its shipping palette, the only way to lift it is with these lifting hooks. Power Distribution Unit The Power Distribution Unit (PDU) contains the main power switches and circuits breakers and other switches and circuit breakers that control power flow to various components.
See Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27. Alarm Unit Module slots Has LEDs that display the status of 20 alarm circuits, 10 of which are hard wired, 10 of which can be attached to contact screws on the Alarm Unit. Has 20 on/off switches controlling all alarms.
See Understanding the Alarm Unit on page 29. Sector Radio Kit modules and Digital Module Kit modules are inserted into these slots. All modules are field replaceable.
See Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit on page 13.
See Understanding the Digital Module Kit on page 19 Antenna Interface Unit (AIU) Connects Sector Radio Kit modules on the cabinet front side to the RF antenna cables on the cabinet backside.
See Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit on page 13 Blank 2U for user equipment You can install additional equipment into the chassis behind this access panel. The slot provides 2U space. Power terminal The terminal to which the power cables are attached. Tech-on-site switch Power terminal access panel Used by authorized technicians to suppress door intrusion alarms during normal servicing. When the switch shaft is pulled forward, the tech-on-site LED lights red and the door/
intrusion alarm is suppressed and its LED remains green.
See Understanding the tech-on-site switch on page 36
See Opening the door on page 198 Contains the power/ground terminal to which the power cables are connected during installation. Also contains the space through which backhaul cables are fed on the way to the backhaul punch block. This section is normally hidden behind an access panel cover.
See Connecting the power supply on page 65.
See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 Fan Unit Moves air vertically through the chassis from the bottom to the top.
See Understanding the Fan Unit on page 31 4 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views Table 3 Front view components (continued) Component Description Backhaul punch block A punch block for connecting the T1/E1 and Ethernet physical lines for the backhaul network after they have been routed through the backhaul conduit and through cabinet.
See Understanding the backhaul punch block and switch on page 32 Understanding cabinet right side view Figure 3 shows the hardware components that are visible when you view the IP-RN 8000 from the right side with the front door open. Table 4 explains all labeled components. Heat exchanger LEDs Door (open) Lifting hooks Air flow vent Air flow vent PC shelf
(closed) Doc. holder Optional antenna antenna access panel Side ground connectors
(behind coils) Door lock-open bar Backhaul cable access port Power cable access port Lightning ground wire Cabinet ground wire Figure 3 Right side view with the front door open IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 5 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 4 Right side view components Hardware feature Description Door (open) The front door is shown all the way open. See Appendix B, Using the door Heat exchanger LEDs Four LEDs that indicate heat exchanger status. Lifting hooks (eye bolts) Optional antenna cable access panel Side ground connectors Cabinet ground wire Lightning ground wire Power cable access port Backhaul cable access port There are four lifting hooks (eye bolts) that you screw into 1/2 inch diameter holes in the four corners of the top of the cabinet during installation. After the cabinet has been removed from its shipping palette, the only way to lift it is with these lifting hooks. One of four possible access panels into which the Rox SystemTM cabinet seal can be installed. The Rox System Cabinet seal threads RF and GPS antenna cables into the IP-RN 8000 chassis and seals off external environmental conditions. You can perform the installation using an access panel at the bottom of either side, at the bottom of the back, or at the top of the back. The standard installation uses the top-back antenna access panel. See Installing the Rox System cabinet seal on page 94 Connect to site grounding infrastructure for additional grounding protection as needed. These are dual threaded lug holes with 1/4-20 threads. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 A copper coil that provides the main grounding connection for the cabinet.The coil must be connected to an earth ground system that meets all local codes and requirements. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 A copper coil that provides the grounding connection for the RF and GPS antennas. This is a secondary surge suppression system; an external primary surge suppression system is required. The coil must be connected to an earth ground system that meets all local codes and requirements. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 Feed power cable through this port for internal connection into the power terminals. Optionally attach 3 inch conduit as appropriate and required. See Connecting the power supply on page 65. Feed T1/E1 or Ethernet backhaul cables through this port for internal connection into the Backhaul Punch Block. Backhaul cables can optionally be combined with power cable and be fed with the power cable through the power cable access port. Optionally attach 1 inch conduit as appropriate and required. See Chapter 5, Connecting the backhaul. Door lock-open bar Air flow vents Locks the door into an open position. See Opening the door on page 198 Vents for the internal air flow loop. See Understanding cabinet air flow on page 37 Doc. holder A holder for documents and extra cables. 6 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views Table 4 Right side view components (continued) Hardware feature Description PC shelf (closed) A shelf for holding a laptop PC used for a terminal connection to the node. Shown in the closed position. Understanding the cabinet back view Figure 4 shows the hardware components that are visible when you view the IP-RN 8000 from back side. This view shows the Rox System cabinet seal already installed and the surge suppressor access panel removed. Table 5 explains all labeled components. RF and GPS antenna cables exiting cabinet after installation RF and GPS antenna cables
(inside cabinet) Lifting hooks Rox System cabinet seal (installed) Surge suppression bar
(access panel removed) Optional antenna access panel Rear ground connectors Figure 4 Rear view with the Rox System cabinet seal and antenna cables installed and with the surge suppressor access panel removed IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 7 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 5 Rear view Item Description RF and GPS antenna cables Lifting hooks (eye bolts) Rox System cabinet seal (installed) Surge suppression bar (access panel removed) Rear ground connectors Antenna access panel RF and GPS antenna cables (inside cabinet) RF and GPS antenna cables (exiting cabinet) The bundle of Global Positioning System (GPS) and radio frequency (RF) transmit/receive antenna cables exiting the IP-RN 8000.
See Chapter 6, Connecting antennas There are four lifting hooks (eye bolts) that you screw into 1/2 inch diameter holes in the four corners of the top of the cabinet during installation. After the cabinet has been removed from its shipping palette, the only way to lift it is with these lifting hooks. The Rox System Cabinet seal threads antenna cables into the IP-RN 8000 chassis and seals off external environmental conditions. The Rox System cabinet seal is installed during IP-RN 8000 installation.
See Installing the Rox System cabinet seal on page 94. External antenna cables are attached to the connectors on the surge suppression bar. This grounded bar and its surge suppressor connectors constitute a secondary surge protection system that provides additional protection from power surges and lightening strikes. A primary external surge protection equipment is required.
See Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 Connect to site grounding infrastructure for additional grounding protection as needed.
See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 One of four possible access panels into which the Rox System cabinet seal can be installed. The Rox System Cabinet seal threads antenna cables into the IP-RN 8000 chassis and seals off external environmental conditions. You can perform the installation using an access panel at the bottom of either side, at the bottom of the back, or at the top of the back. The standard installation uses the top-back antenna access panel.
See Installing the Rox System cabinet seal on page 94v The number of RF (transmit and receive) and GPS antenna cables depends on the particular installation. This part of the figure shows the cables routing down from the Rox System cabinet seal and connecting to the surge protection bar.
See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33.
See Connecting GPS and RF antennas on page 96 The number of RF (transmit and receive) and GPS antenna cables depends on the particular installation. This part of the figure shows the antenna cables exiting the cabinet through the Rox System cabinet seal, on their way to connection with antenna cables on the cell tower.
See Connecting GPS and RF antennas on page 96 8 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views Understanding access panels Figure 5 shows the 10 access panels. There are three access panels on the front, two on each side, and three on the back. These access panels provide access to internal components and allow for different installation options. Table provides descriptions of each access panel and the explains the standard installation documented in this guide. Standard antenna access panel Surge Protection Bar access panel User equipment access panel Right side cable access panel Optional antenna access panels Left side cable access panel Punch block access panel Power terminal access panel Figure 5 Access panels IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 9 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 6 Access panels Access panel Description Standard antenna cable access panel Optional antenna cable access panels Right side cable access panel Left side cable access panel There are four access panels into which the Rox System Cabinet Seal can be installed. (The Rox System Cabinet Seal is the environmentally sealed unit through which RF and GPS antenna cables enter the cabinet.) This installation guide explains how to install the Rox System Cabinet seal into the standard antenna cable access panel at the top of the back of the cabinet. The Rox System Cabinet Seal can optionally be installed into any of three other antenna access panels. However, these installation options required non-standard configurations of internal components, and in these cases the cabinet must be special ordered. There are two access panels through which the power cable, the the backhaul cable(s), and the alarm cables (if any) can enter the cabinet, one on the right side, one on the left side. The right side is the standard configuration.This installation guide explains how to install all systems using the right side access panel. You can optionally route the backhauls and the power cables through the left side access panel without special ordering the cabinet as the internal configurations are identical. This access panel also provides access to cabinet mounting bolts. The left side has an optional access panel through which the power, backhaul, and alarms cables can optionally enter the cabinet. This access panel also provides access to cabinet mounting bolts. Power terminal access panel Provides access to the power cable terminals and the routing harness for the backhaul cables. User equipment access panel Behind this access panel is a chassis placeholder for optional installation of customer equipment. There is 2U space. Surge Protection Bar access panel Provides access to the surge Protection bar. All antennas (RF and GPS) must be connected to the surge protection bar during installation. Punch block access panel Provides access to the Backhaul Punch Block and the Alarm Punch Block
(reserved for future use). Backhaul connections must be wired to the Backhaul Punch Block during installation. 10 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding module slot numbering Understanding module slot numbering Figure 6 shows the nine vertical slots for field replaceable modules. See Table 7 on page 12 for details about which modules are installed into which slots for various system configurations. Slots 1, 5, and 9 are horizontally divided into a top part and a bottom part and contain the two modules that make up the Sector Radio Kit: the RM and PA modules. See Understanding radio sectors on page 13. You can install one, two or three Sector Radio Kits.Each Sector Radio Kit corresponds to a radio sector. Radio sectors are named alpha, beta, and gamma. Slots 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8 contain the modules that make up the Digital Module Kit: the TFU, BIO/SC, and 1xDOM modules. See Understanding Digital Module Kit redundancy on page 20. You can install one or two Digital Module Kits. Two Digital Module Kits provide additionally hardware and software redundancy for service continuity through failures. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Slot numbers Top slots (1, 5 and 9 only) Bottom slots (1, 5 and 9 only) Figure 6 Slot numbers IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 11
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 7 IP-RN 8000 slot numbering Install Module(s) Sector Radio Kit for alpha sector Primary Digital Module Sector Radio Kit for beta sector Redundant Digital Module Sector Radio Kit for gamma sector PA RM TFU BIO/SC 1xDOM PA RM TFU BIO/SC 1xDOM PA RM In this slot 1 top *
1 bottom *
2 3 4 5 top *
5 bottom *
6 7 8 9 top *
9 bottom *
* Slots 1, 5 and 9 are divided by a horizontal separator into a top part and a bottom part. Understanding replaceability terms This guide describes whether modules and other items are field replaceable, hot-swappable, and whether replacing them entails any service disruption. Here are the definitions of these terms:
Field-replaceable means the item can be replaced without returning the entire network element to Airvana. Field-replaceable items may or may not be hot-swappable. Hot-swappable means the item can be replaced wit hout powering down other modules or the cabinet as a whole. Hot swappable items may or may not cause service disruption when swapped out. Service disrupting means replacing the item causes some break in the continuity of service to at least some user sessions. 12 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit This section describes the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit (AIU). This section contains the following subsections:
Understanding radio sectors on page 13 Understanding the Sector Radio Kit on page 14 Understanding the Radio Module on page 14 Understanding the Power Amplifier module on page 16 Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17 For information about installation processes and procedures, see Understanding the installation process on page 40. NOTE Understanding radio sectors The 360 degrees of horizontal radio transmission/reception is often divided into three 120 degree radio sectors labeled: alpha, beta, and gamma. Different deployments may use a different numbers of sectors, and each sector can provide a different amount of radio coverage. For example, an omni antenna can provide 360 degrees of radio coverage and only uses a single sector. Each sector requires:
Installation of a Sector Radio Kit. Connection of the Sector Radio Kit RF transmit and receive antennas to the cell tower antenna cables through the Antenna Interface Unit (AIU) You can install one, two, or three Sector Radio Kits depending on deployment requirements. Typical deployments use all three sectors and provide 360 degree radio coverage. There is no requirement that single-sector deployments must use the alpha sector. Sectors can be installed and deployed in any order. However, as a convention in this guide, single sector deployments always use the alpha sector. Table 8 shows the slots into which you install Sector Radio Kits for one, two, and three sectors of radio coverage. Table 8 Radio sector installation guidelines Sectors utilized Install Radio Sector Kits into these slots Alpha Beta Gamma 1 5 9 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 13
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding the Sector Radio Kit The Sector Radio Kit consists of two field-replaceable modules, the Radio Module (RM) and the Power Amplifier (PA). The two modules are installed in the appropriate cabinet slots and cable connections must be completed. See Understanding the Radio Module on page 14. See Understanding the Power Amplifier module on page 16. See Installing a Power Amplifier on page 105. Understanding the Radio Module The Radio Module (RM) is one of two modules that make up the Sector Radio Kit. See Figure 7 and Table 9. The RM provides modulation, demodulation, and radio frequency conversion services for a single radio sector. Typical deployments supporting 360 degree radio coverage require three RMs. The RM is installed in the bottom part of slots 1, 5, or 9, depending on the sector. The RM is field-replaceable and hot swappable. Replacing an active RM in the field is service disrupting for its sector. For information about installing the RM module:
See Understanding the installation process on page 40. See Understanding the module installation process on page 104. TX output to PA RX0 RX1 Sample RMs (Radio Modules) bottom of slots 1, 5, and 9 RX0 RX1 Bottom latch Figure 7 Radio Module Captive screw Top latch Craft/serial port Power Alarm LEDs Reset button Captive screw 14 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit Table 9 Radio Module (RM) faceplate components Component Description Latches and screws Top and bottom latches Close to insert the RM in its slot. Open to remove the RM from its slot. Captive screws Tighten to secure the module into its slot. LEDs Interfaces Power Alarm RX0 RX1 RX0 (Sample) RX1 (Sample) TX output to PA Craft/serial port Loosen before removing the RM from its slot. Lights green when the RM is receiving power. Flashes during module initialization. Lights red when the RM is in an alarm state. Connects to the RX0 interface for this radio sector on the AIU. Carries one of two received RF signals. Connector type:
SMA receptacle (female). Connects to the RX1 interface for this radio sector on the AIU. Carries one of two received RF signals. Connector type:
SMA receptacle (female). Provides a receiver injection port for use with externally connected mobile test radios or test equipment. Connector type: SMA receptacle (female). Provides a receiver injection port for use with externally connected mobile test radios or test equipment. Connector type: SMA receptacle (female). Connects transient RF signals to/from the PA module using Airvana cable installed during the installation process. Also carries control information to the PA and status information from the PA to the RM. Connector type: SMA receptacle. Contour type: blind mate. Connects to a management PC for CLI access to the RM. DB-9 interface. The serial port speed is 115,200 bit/second. For information on the DB-9 pin-out, see Table 35 on page 196. Reset button Recessed button Pressing this recessed button resets the RM processor. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 15 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding the Power Amplifier module The Power Amplifier (PA) is one of two modules that make up the Sector Radio Kit. See Figure 8 and Table 10. PAs install in upper slots 1, 5, and 9, depending on the radio sector. The PA supports a single sector and a single corresponding antenna. Typical deployments support three sectors and use three PAs. The PA is field-replaceable and hot swappable. Replacing an active PA in the field is service disrupting for its sector. For information about installing the PA module:
See Understanding the installation process on page 40. See Understanding the module installation process on page 104. TX input from RM Power Amplifier (PA) Modules Top of slots 1, 5, and 9 Figure 8 Power Amplifier Captive screw Power switch LEDs Power Fail RF On TX sample TX to AIU 16 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit Table 10 Power Amplifier faceplate components Component Description Captive screw(s) Tighten to secure the PA in its slot. Loosen to remove the PA from its slot. Power switch Flip up to turn on power to the PA. Push down to turn off power to the PA. LEDs Power Fail RF On Lights green when the PA receives power. Lights red when the PA has failed. Lights green when the RF is applied. Interfaces TX (Sample) TX (to AIU) TX input from RM Connects to an external spectrum analyzer. Carries a duplicate of the TX signal for sampling purposes. Connector type: SMA receptacle Connects to the TX interface on the AIU using a cable installed during the installation process. Transmits the radio signal from the PA to the AIU for filtering and transmission from the cell tower antenna. Connector type: SMA receptacle. Receives the transmit radio signal generated by RM. The PA amplifies the signal and transmits it to the AIU over the TX (to AIU) interface. Also carries control information from the RM to the PA and status information from the PA to the RM. Connector type: blind mate. Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module The Antenna Interface Unit (AIU) is a pre-installed unit residing in the lower part of the front of the cabinet. See Figure 9 and Table 11. The AIU contains filters and duplexors. The AIU is divided into three sectors, one for each radio sector, from left to right: alpha, beta, and gamma. Each radio sector has two receive antenna connectors and one transmit antenna connector that connect to corresponding connectors on the appropriate Sector Radio Kit. This AIU has nine ports on the faceplate, three for each sector. During installation, you connect these faceplate ports Sector Radio Kits. The AIU also has ports on the rear side that you cannot see. There are two versions of the AIU that differ in the number of rear-facing ports: the 6-port AIU and the 9-port AIU. The rear-facing ports are connected to the surge suppression bar, and then to RF antenna cables. The 6-port AIU is the standard configuration. The AIU is field-replaceable but it is not hot swappable. Therefore, replacing the AIU is service disrupting for all sectors. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 17 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 For information about installing the AIU:
See Understanding the installation process on page 40. See Understanding the module installation process on page 104. AIU (Antenna Interface Unit) ESD jack RX1 RX0 TX RX1 RX0 TX RX1 RX0 TX Alpha sector Connects to slot 1 Sector Radio Kit Beta sector Connects to slot 5 Sector Radio Kit Gamma sector Connects to slot 9 Sector Radio Kit Figure 9 Antenna Interface Unit 18 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Digital Module Kit Table 11 Antenna Interface Unit faceplate components Component Description Interfaces Alpha sector RX 0 Connects to the RX0 connector on the RM in slot 1. RX 1 Connects to the RX1 connector on the RM in slot 1. TX Connects to the TX connector on the PA in slot 1. Beta sector Gamma sector RX 0 Connects to the RX0 connector on the RM in slot 5. RX 1 Connects to the RX1 connector on the RM in slot 5. TX Connects to the TX connector on the PA in slot 5. RX 0 Connects to the RX0 connector on the RM in slot 9. RX 1 Connects to the RX1 connector on the RM in slot 9. TX Connects to the TX connector on the PA in slot 9. ESD jack This is the jack for the electric static discharge wrist strap that must be worn and plugged in here at all times when installing, servicing, or touching the inside of the IP-RN 8000. Warning: Failure to wear a wrist strap that is plugged into this jack can result in service outages and equipment damage. Understanding the Digital Module Kit This section describes the Digital Module Kit and contains the following sections:
Understanding Digital Module Kit modules on page 19 Understanding Digital Module Kit redundancy on page 20 Understanding the Timing Frequency Unit module on page 21 Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module on page 22 Understanding the 1xDOM module on page 25 Understanding Digital Module Kit modules The Digital Module Kit consists of three modules:
Timing Frequency Unit (TFU) See Understanding the Timing Frequency Unit module on page 21. Base Input Output/System Controller (BIO/SC) See Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module on page 22 1xDOM See Understanding the 1xDOM module on page 25. All three modules must be installed for each Digital Module Kit. One or two Digital Module Kits can be installed depending on the need for system redundancy. See Understanding Digital Module Kit redundancy on page 20 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 19
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding Digital Module Kit redundancy You can install one or two Digital Module Kits. Only a single (primary) Digital Module Kit is required for non-redundant operation. This non-redundant configuration provides less protection from potential faults in Digital Module Kit components. See Figure 10. For non-redundant systems, use the following installation guidelines:
The primary Digital Module Kit modules install in slots 2, 3, and 4. The primary GPS antenna cable connects to a GPS antenna. For redundancy, install two Digital Module Kits. The secondary Digital Module Kit modules install in slots 6, 7 and 8 The secondary GPS antenna cable connects to a second GPS antenna. There is no hardware or software requirement that the primary Digital Module Kit is installed in slots 2, 3, and 4 and secondary in 6, 7, and 8. The primary can be installed in slots 6, 7, and 8, and the secondary in slots 2, 3, and 4. However, this guideline is followed throughout this guide for clarity. NOTE Primary Digital Module Redundant Digital Module U F T C S
O I B U F T C S
O I B 1xDOM 1xDOM TFU BIO/SC txDOM TFU BIO/SC txDOM 2 3 4 6 7 8 Slot 1 Slot 5 Slot 9 Figure 10 Primary and redundant Digital Module Kits with slot numbers for each module 20 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Digital Module Kit Understanding the Timing Frequency Unit module The Timing Frequency Unit (TFU) provides system timing from Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna. See Figure 11 and Table 12. The primary TFU module installs in slot 2. The optional redundant TFU installs in slot 6. The TFU is field-replaceable and hot swappable. Hot swapping a TFU is service disrupting if it is the active TFU in a redundant configuration. Therefore switching service to the standby TFU in redundant systems before replacing the module is recommended. For information about installing the TFU:
See Understanding the installation process on page 40. See Understanding the module installation process on page 104. Top latch Captive screw LEDs Power Alarm Standby Active Timing Frequency Units (TFUs) slot 2 (primary) & slot 6 (redundant) 10 Mhz Out Bottom latch TFU Captive screw Figure 11 Timing Frequency Unit IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 21
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 12 TFU faceplate components Component Description Latches and screws Top and bottom latches Close to insert the TFU in its slot. Open to remove the TFU from its slot. Captive screw(s) Tighten to secure the TFU in its slot. LEDs Power Alarm Standby Active Loosen before removing the TFU from its slot. Lights green when the TFU receives power. Lights red when the TFU is in an alarm state. Lights amber when the TFU is in standby mode in a redundant configuration. Lights green when the TFU is in active mode in a redundant configuration. 10 MHz Out This is a 10 MHz sample port for connecting external test equipment. Connector type: BNC. Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module The Base Input Output/System Controller (BIO/SC) provides backhaul support, system control services, and timing distribution to internal IP-RN 8000 components. See Figure 12 and Table 13. The primary BIO/SC installs in slot 3. The optional redundant BIO/SC installs in slot 7. The BIO/SC is field-replaceable and hot swappable. Hot swapping a BIO/SC is service disrupting if it is the active BIO/SC in a redundant configuration. Therefore switching service to the standby BIO/SC in redundant systems before replacing the module is recommended. For information about installing the BIO/SC module:
See Understanding the installation process on page 40. See Understanding the module installation process on page 104. 22 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding the Digital Module Kit Top latch Captive screw LEDs Power Alarm Standby Active Ethernet craft port DB-9 craft/serial port LEDs L1 L2 L3 L4 Enet BIO/SC Captive screw Reset button Bottom latch BIO/SCs in slot 3 (primary) and slot 7 (redundant) Figure 12 BIO/SC module IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 23 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 13 BIO/SC faceplate components Component Description Latches and screws Top and bottom latches Close when inserting the BIO/SC in its slot Open when removing the BIO/SC from its slot Captive screw(s) Tighten when securing the BIO/SC in its slot LEDs Power Alarm Standby Active L1 L2 L3 L4 Loosen removing the BIO/SC from its slot Lights green when the BIO/SC receives power. Lights red when the BIO/SC is in an alarm state. Lights amber when the BIO/SC is in standby mode in a redundant configuration. Lights green when the BIO/SC is in active mode in a redundant configuration. Lights when the first of up to four T1/E1 backhaul links has a link up status Lights when the second of up to four T1/E1 backhaul links has a link up status. Lights when the third of up to four T1/E1 backhaul links has a link up status Lights when the fourth of up to four T1/E1 backhaul links has a link up status. Enet Lights when the Ethernet backhaul has a link up status. Craft ports Serial craft, Female DB-9 Serial port for terminal connection and Command Line Interface (CLI) control of the node. Speed 38,400 bit/second. For information on the DB-9 pin-out, see Table 35 on page 196. Ethernet craft An RJ-45 modular jack Ethernet interface for local craft Ethernet connectivity. Reset button Recessed button Pressing this button resets the BIO/SC processor. 24 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding the Digital Module Kit Understanding the 1xDOM module The 1xDOM (1xEV Data Only Modem) processes packets between the backhaul network and the 1xEV-DO baseband interfaces. See Figure 13 and Table 14. The 1xDOM uses Qualcomm technology and features FLM (Forward Link Module) and RLM (Reverse Link Module) processors. The 1xDOM receives timing synchronization from the TFU and the BIO/SC. The primary 1xDOM installs in slot 4. The optional redundant 1xDOM installs in slot 8. The 1xDOM is field-replaceable and hot swappable. Hot swapping a 1xDOM is service disrupting if it is the active 1xDOM in a redundant configuration. Therefore switching service to the standby 1xDOM in redundant systems before replacing the module is recommended. For information about installing the 1xDOM module:
See Understanding the installation process on page 40. See Understanding the module installation process on page 104. Top latch FLM craft/serial port Captive screw LEDs Power Alarm Standby Active slot 4 (primary) & slot 8 (redundant) 1xDOM RLM craft/serial port Bottom latch FLM reset button RLM reset button Captive screw txDOM Figure 13 1xDOM module IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 25
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 14 1xDOM faceplate components Component Description Latches and screws Top and bottom latches Close when installing the 1xDOM in its slot. Captive screw(s) Tighten when securing the 1xDOM in its slot. Open when removing the 1xDOM from its slot. LEDs Interfaces Power Alarm Standby Active FLM craft/serial DB-9 port RLM craft/serial DB-9 port Loosen when removing the 1xDOM from the slot. Lights green when the 1xDOM receives power. Lights red when the 1xDOM is in an alarm state. Lights amber when the 1xDOM is in standby mode in a redundant configuration. Lights green when the 1xDOM is in active mode in a redundant configuration. Provides CLI/terminal access to the Forward Link processor for debugging purposes only. Speed 38,400 bit/second. Provides CLI/terminal access to the Reverse Link processor for debugging purposes only. Speed 38,400 bit/second. Reset buttons FLM reset button Pressing this recessed button resets the FLM processor. RLM reset button Pressing this recessed button resets the RLM processor. 26 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding the Power Distribution Unit Understanding the Power Distribution Unit The Power Distribution Unit (PDU) contains control switches and circuit breakers that control power flow through the IP-RN 8000. See Figure 14 and Table 15. The PDU is pre-installed. The PDU is field-replaceable. Replacing the PDU is service disrupting. For information about power the node on, see Powering the node on page 126. Main Power HXCH ALRM USR1 Main Power Status (LED) CHAS HEAT FANS USR2 Power Distribution Unit Figure 14 Power Distribution Unit IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 27 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 15 Power Distribution Unit faceplate components Component Faceplate label Description Main Power Main Power Switch left to turn on power flow to the IP-RN 8000. Switch right to turn off power flow to the IP-RN 8000. Main power status LED Main Power Status Lights green when Main Power switch is flipped to the left and a power supply is delivering power. Chassis CHAS Switch left to turn on power to the module enclosure and all installed modules. Heat exchanger HXCH Switch left to turn on power flow to the front-door heat exchanger. Switch right to turn off power flow to the module enclosure and all installed modules. Alarms ALRM Switch right to turn off power flow to the front-door heat exchanger. Switch left to turn on power flow to the Alarm Unit and to the Heat Exchanger controller. Switch right to turn off power flow to the Alarm Unit and to the Heat Exchanger controller.. USR1 USR2 Heater Fan Reserved for future use. HEAT FANS Reserved for future use. Switch left to turn on power flow to the Fan Unit. Switch right to turn off power flow to the Fan Unit. 28 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding the Alarm Unit Understanding the Alarm Unit The Alarm Unit provides LEDs for all alarm circuits and switches for enabling and disabling them. See Figure 15 and Table 16. The Alarm Unit is pre-installed. The Alarm Unit is field-replaceable. Replacing the Alarm Unit is service disrupting. Alarm summary 10 Standard alarm LEDs 10 External alarm input terminals Alarm test 10 External alarm LEDs 20 on/off switches 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 PRIMARY CABINET EXPANSION CABINET BATTERY CABINET HIGH TEMP LOW TEMP TECH-ON-SITE FAN HEAT EXCHANGER POWER SUPPLY DOOR/INTRUSION Alarm Unit Figure 15 The Alarm Unit IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 29 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Table 16 Alarm Unit faceplate components Component Description LEDs See Understanding LEDs on page 37 Alarm summary When any alarm LED turns RED, this LED changes from green to red. If this LED is green, it means all 20 alarm LEDs are green 10 Standard LEDs 1 PRIMARY CABINET Reserved for future use. 2 EXPANSION CABINET Reserved for future use. 3 BATTERY CABINET Reserved for future use. 4 HIGH TEMP 5 LOW TEMP 6 TECH-ON-SITE 7 FAN 8 HEAT EXCHANGER Lights red when the internal temperature exceeds 90 degrees F. Lights red when the internal temperature falls below 50 degrees F. Lights green under normal circumstances. Authorized technicians should pull the shaft forward to light the LED red and suppress door intrusion alarms.
See Understanding the tech-on-site switch on page 36.
See Opening the door on page 198. Lights red when an alarm occurs in the Fan Unit. Lights red when an alarm occurs in the heat exchanger. 9 POWER SUPPLY Reserved for future use. 10 DOOR/INTRUSION Lights red when the front door is open and the tech-on-site switch is not pulled.
See Understanding the tech-on-site switch on page 36.
See Opening the door on page 198. 10 external alarm LEDs These LEDs correspond to the 10 external alarm circuits that are optionally wired to the 10 alarm input terminals. They light green to indicate a non-alarm condition, red to indicate an alarm condition. Alarm test Press this button to tests the alarm unit. When pressed, all alarm LEDs light up red. 10 external alarm input terminals You can optionally attach 10 external alarm circuits to these terminals. 30 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding the Fan Unit Table 16 Alarm Unit faceplate components (continued) Component Description 20 on/off switches Switches 1-10 turn on and off the standard alarms. Turned off alarm circuits report no alarm status on LEDs. Switches 11-20 turn on and off the 10 external alarms circuits. Turned off alarm circuits report no alarm status on LEDs. Understanding the Fan Unit The Fan Unit moves air vertically through the chassis from the bottom to the top. See Figure 16 and Table 17. The Fan Unit is pre-installed. The Fan Unit is field-replaceable. Replacing the Fan Unit is service disrupting. Fan unit Fault LED Alarm cable Power cable Figure 16 Fan Unit Table 17 Fan Unit faceplate components Component Description Fault LED Alarm cable Power cable Lights when a hardware fault is detected Connects the Fan Unit to alarm system Provides power to the Fan Unit. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 31 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding the backhaul punch block and switch Backhaul links connect the IP-RN 8000 to an IP-RNC 8500 and carry user traffic and management traffic. There are two components to the backhaul system on the IP-RN 8000:
Backhaul punch block a wiring punch block used to physically connect T1/E1 or Ethernet links to the IP-RN 8000 Backhaul switch an internal switch module that provides surge protection and connects the backhaul punch block (and backhaul links) to the primary and optional redundant BIO/SC modules. For more information, see Understanding the backhaul switch on page 33. Understanding the backhaul punch block The backhaul punch block is a standard type 66-block and provides hardware for connecting T1/E1 or Ethernet lines for the backhaul network. The backhaul punch block is behind an access panel on the chassis front that covers both the backhaul punch block and the alarm punch block. See Chapter 5, Connecting the backhaul. Backhaul punch block Figure 17 Backhaul punch block 32 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding surge protection and grounding Understanding the backhaul switch The backhaul switch is pre-installed. The backhaul switch is field-replaceable. Replacing the backhaul switch is service disrupting. The backhaul switch is inside the cabinet and is not visible. It performs two important functions:
Secondary surge protection The IP-RN 8000 is protected from system transients on the backhaul caused by lightning and power cross conditions. T1/E1 backhauls are switched and connected w ith the BIO/SC that is currently active. For example, if your backhaul is a single T1 and you have a redundant IP-RN 8000 (with two Digital Module Kits), you only need to provision a single T1 and wire it to the backhaul punch block. If the redundant Digital Module Kit become active, the backhaul switch switches the T1 from the primary to the redundant Digital Module Kit. Ethernets are not switched. If you are deploying an Ethernet backhaul and you have a redundant IP-RN 8000 (with two Digital Module Kits), you must provision and connect two Ethernets to the backhaul punch block. One Ethernet is used as the backhaul by the primary Digital Module Kit and the other Ethernet is used by the redundant Digital Module Kit. Understanding surge protection and grounding The IP-RN 8000 has multiple connections for attachment to the sites grounding infrastructure. The IP-RN 8000 has a secondary surge protection system for additional protection against lightning strikes beyond the protection provided by a required primary external surge suppression system. A primary surge protection system must be designed by qualified personnel for each site and must be installed accordingly to prevent equipment damage and to minimize danger to nearby persons during lightning strikes. WARNING Installation of a primary surge protection system and proper grounding of the IP-RN 8000 according to all relevant codes and requirements is necessary to avoid potential damage to the equipment and to minimize danger persons near the equipment during surges. Lightning protection design must be performed by qualified personnel for each IP-RN 8000 installation. Understanding the secondary surge protection system The secondary surge protection system consists of surge suppressors for each antenna and surge suppressors for the T1/E1 backhaul links that are electrically connected to the lighting ground coil. (For information about the lightning ground coil, see Figure 3.) The lightning ground coil must be connected to an external earth ground infrastructure. The secondary surge protection system is designed to supplement a required external primary surge protection system. Both must be in place to protect equipment and persons against lightning strikes traveling down the cell tower along the RF and GPS antennas to the IP-RN 8000. Any surge that passes the required external primary surge protection system is expected to take the following path to the earth ground infrastructure:
From the RF and GPS antennas through the surge suppressors onto the surge protection bar From the surge protection bar to the directly connected lead to the lightening ground coil From the lightning ground coil to the required external earth ground infrastructure IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 33
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding grounding requirements Connection of the cabinet ground wire and the lightening ground wire to external earth ground systems that meet all relevant codes and requirements is required. Grounding must be performed according to all relevant electrical codes and requirements. The site planner must review grounding requirements and determine the grounding plan accordingly. Failure to provide adequate grounding can result in damage to equipment and danger to personnel. WARNING Beyond the lightning ground wire and the cabinet ground wire, the following additional and optional ground connections are available and may be utilized as required and appropriate at each site:
Three pairs of dual lug holes with 1/4-20 threads. See Figure 3 on page 5 and Figure 4 on page 7, A third wire ground connected at the power terminal to provide a grounded link to an external power cabinet. Understanding external connections During installation, you must connect the IP-RN 8000 to a range of external cables. Procedures for making these cable connections are spread throughout this book. For an overview of the complete installation procedure, see Chapter 2, Installation process. Table 18 lists all connections that must be made and provides additional information. Table 18 IP-RN 8000 cable connections Cable Power cable Ground connections RF antenna cables Description External input ranging from 24 V DC to 29 V DC, 27 V DC nominal at the cabinet power terminal See Table 28 on page 193 for power specifications. Provides grounding for safety and equipment protection. A main ground is required. Additional optional grounding connections can also be installed. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33 See Table 29 on page 193 for grounding specifications. There are two basic antenna configurations per sector.
The main receive (RX0) and the transmit (TX) can be combined on a single antenna cable and the diversity receive (RX1) can be on a second antenna cable
The main receive, the transmit, and the diversity receive can be on separate cables. Antenna cables feed into the IP-RN 8000 through the Rox System cabinet seal and must be connected internally to RF surge suppressors. See Table 32 on page 194 for cable specifications. 34 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding external connections Table 18 IP-RN 8000 cable connections (continued) Cable Description Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna cables Backhaul connections Antenna Interface Unit (AIU) cables Terminal cable for CLI access The Global Positioning System (GPS) provides the IP-RN 8000 with an accurate clock source to synchronize network functions. Two GPS antennas are required for redundancy and service continuity; if you are installing a non-redundant system, only a single GPS antenna is required. The far end of the GPS cable(s) typically use an N-type connector, although other options are available. The GPS antenna cables feed into the IP-RN 8000 through the Rox System cabinet seal and must be connected internally to GPS surge suppressors. See Table 32 on page 194 for cable specifications. Connect the IP-RN 8000 to the IP-RNC 8500 through a backhaul network. Carry user data (AT to Internet) and management data between the IP-RN 8000 to the IP-RNC 8500 Can install one, two, three, or four T1/E1 backhaul connections or one or two 10/100 Mbit/sec Ethernet backhaul connections as appropriate for the deployments bandwidth and connectivity needs. the T1/E1 backhaul links are used simultaneously providing all combined bandwidth; only a single Ethernet backhaul link is used at a time, depending on which BIO/SC module is active on a redundant system. See Table 30 on page 193 for backhaul specifications. There are two antenna configurations that correspond to two versions of the Antenna Interface Unit (AIU): the 6-port AIU and the 9-port AIU. This installation guide provides procedures for installation of the 6-port AIU. In this configuration, each radio sector has two antenna cables. One cable carries one transmit and one receive signal. The other cable carries the diversity receive signal that leads to a second antenna. With the 9-port AIU, each sector has three antenna cables, two for receive and one for transmit. A COM port on a laptop PC is connected to the female DB-9 craft interface on the active BIO/SC module to provide terminal access to the node. Terminal access is required to complete the commissioning of the node.For information on the DB-9 pin-out, see Table 35 on page 196. Ethernet cable for software update at the site A craft Ethernet port on the BIO/SC module allows a technician to use FTP to transfer node software releases from a laptop to the node. IP configurations on the laptop and the Ethernet port must be made first. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 35 Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Understanding the tech-on-site switch The tech-on-site switch is a security feature that enables detection of unauthorized entry into the cabinet through the door. The switch is located at the lower left of the front side of the cabinet and is only visible when the door is open. See Figure 2. The state of the switch is determined by the position of the main shaft. See Figure 18. The main shaft has three positions:
Normal The shaft is spring loaded to take this position when the door opens causing the Tech-on-site LED to light green. In this position, opening the door triggers a Door/intrusion alarm. The Door/intrusion LED lights red and the alarm is reported through software to the AirVista management system. Pulled forward Technicians must pull the shaft of the switch forward to set the switch to this position, which lights the Tech-on-site LED red and suppresses Door/intrusion alarms. This position indicates an authorized technician has the door open. The Tech-on-site alarm LED lights red and the Door/intrusion alarm is disabled and its LED lights green. Whenever an authorized technician opens the door, they must pull the shaft of the switch forward into the tech-on-site position to disable the Door/intrusion alarm. See Opening the door on page 198 NOTE Main shaft Figure 18 The tech-on-site switch 36 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding LEDs Understanding LEDs LEDs (light emitting diodes) on the faceplates of modules and units provide status information. LEDs can take three states:
Unlit Indicates the LED or corresponding component is turned off Green Indicates normal operation (or TRUE) Red Indicates a condition that may require attention (or FALSE). The states of LEDs are documented in relevant sections of this chapter. The current status of LEDs is remotely available through the AirVista network management system. Understanding cabinet air flow Temperature is maintained in the cabinet using a heat exchanger in the front door and a fan unit in the cabinet. There are two loops of air flow:
The ambient loop provides air to the heat exchanger at ambient (external) temperature. The closed internal loop moves ai r through the inside of the cabinet. The heat exchanger controls the temperature of the closed internal loop. The heat exchanger is pre-installed. The heat exchanger is field-replaceable. Replacing the heat exchanger is not service disrupting. See Figure 19. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 37
Chapter 1 Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000 Cabinet side view with the front door closed Cabinet Front door Ambient loop Heat exchanger Internal closed air loop Fan Figure 19 Two loops of air flow for temperature control 38 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 2 Installation process About this chapter This chapter explains installation and commissioning and provides the process for installing the IP-RN 8000. This chapter contains the following section. Understanding installation and commissioning on page 40 Understanding the installation process on page 40 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 39
Chapter 2 Installation process Understanding installation and commissioning This book explains how to physically install an IP-RN 8000 and how to commission it. Installation covers all physical tasks, such as attaching the cabinet to the concrete pad, inserting modules, connecting power, connecting antennas, and so forth. Installation is performed first. See Understanding the installation process on page 40. Commissioning covers all configuration and testing that must be performed by a technician at the site. Commissioning is performed after installation is complete. Commissioning is performed second. See Understanding the commissioning process on page 128. Understanding the installation process This process explains the steps to follow when installing the IP-RN 8000. Each step consists of one or more procedures that must be performed in order and to completion before proceeding with the next step. 1. Planning and constructing the site The site planner or installation manager must read the Airvana Cell Site Planning Guide and plan and construct the site accordingly, ensuring that all site requirements are met. Site planning and construction must be completed before installation starts. 2. Preparing for the installation Before installation, you must read and understand all safety warnings and recommendations, and understand IP-RN 8000 GR-1089 electrostatic discharge compliance and warnings. See Understanding alternative installation on page 41. See Chapter 3, Before you install. Installing the cabinet 3. Plan the installation, prepare the cabinet, place and anchor the cabinet on the concrete pad, install power and ground conduit as appropriate for you site, and connect power and ground. See Chapter 4, Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50. 4. Connecting the backhaul 5. 6. Thread the backhaul cables through the cabinet and wire them into the backhaul punch block. See Chapter 5, Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 Installing the antennas Install the Rox System cabinet seal and connect all RF and GPS antennas. See Chapter 6, Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 Installing the modules Install all modules into the cabinet. See Chapter 7, Understanding the module installation process on page 104. 7. Powering on the IP-RN 8000 Power on the IP-RN 8000. See Chapter 8, Powering the node on page 126. The installation process is complete. You are now ready to continue with commissioning the IP-RN 8000. Go to Chapter 9, Understanding the commissioning process on page 128 40 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding alternative installation Understanding alternative installation The order of events in the installation process are flexible to some degree. For example:
You can install the modules before connecting the antennas You can install the antennas before the backhaul links. If you install antennas before the modules, power spikes could damage the modules. CAUTION IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 41
Chapter 2 Installation process 42 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 3 Before you install About this chapter This chapter explains steps to take, warnings to follow, and notices to read, before installation. This chapter contains the following sections:
Site planning and construction on page 44 Planning the network on page 44 Receiving all shipping and materials on page 44 Electro static discharge and GR-1089 compliance on page 44 Safety Recommendations and Warnings on page 45 Notices on page 47 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 43
Chapter 3 Before you install Site planning and construction Before installation, the site planner or installation manager must read the Airvana Cell Site Planning Guide. This guide explains all site requirements that must be met for a successful installation. These requirements include the following:
Site construction, including the concrete pad or equivalent pad or floor that meets loading requirements Power supply Grounding infrastructure Backhaul link(s) Power and backhaul conduits Antenna configuration Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna(s) Primary external lightening/surge protection equipment Planning the network The network has to be planned. Network planning includes radio network planning, backhaul infrastructure planning, and IP address/network planning. Receiving all shipping and materials All expected crates and packages associated with the installation must be received at the installation site. All shipping containers must be present and accounted for. All shipping containers must be undamaged Electro static discharge and GR-1089 compliance The IP-RN 8000 complies with GR-1089 System Level Electrostatic Discharge with the door closed. When the front door is open, an electro static discharge wrist strap must be worn and connected to the ESD jack on the Antenna Interface Unit prevent potential service disruption. Wear an ESD strap () and connect the strap to the ESD jack in the Antenna Interface Unit whenever the front door is open. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP 44 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Safety Recommendations and Warnings Safety Recommendations and Warnings The guidelines that follow help to ensure your safety and to protect the IP-RN 8000. These guidelines may not address all potentially hazardous situations in your working environment, so be alert, and exercise good judgement at all times. Keep the chassis area clear and dust-free before, during, and after installation. Keep tools away from walk areas where people could fall over them. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, such as ri ngs, bracelets, or chains, which may become caught in the chassis.
Wear safety glasses if you are working under any conditions that may be hazardous to your eyes. Do not perform any actions that create a potentia l hazard to people or make the equipment unsafe. Never attempt to lift an object that is too heavy for one person to handle. Radio frequency radiation exposure limits Upon installation, this product is required to comply with the requirements of Federal Communications Commission 47CFR 1.1310, Radio frequency radiation exposure limits. Care must be taken by the installer to insure that the antenna chosen along with its installation position and orientation does not violate these limits. Lithium battery warning The BIO/SC module contains a lithium battery to which the following warning applies:
Caution: there is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the batter only with the same type or with an equivalent type that is recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions. The same warning in French:
Attention: Il y a danger dexplosion sil y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mme type ou dun type recommand par le constructeur. Mettre au rbut les batteries usages conformment aux instructions du fabricant. Maintaining Safety With Electricity Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cords on an AC-powered system. On a DC-powered system, disconnect the power at the circuit breakers. Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:
Locate the emergency power-off switch for the area in which you are working. If an electrical accident occurs, you can quickly turn off the power. Do not work alone if potentially hazardous c onditions exist anywhere in your work space. Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit: always check the circuit. Carefully look for possible hazards in your wo rk area, such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension cords, or missing safety grounds. If an electrical accident occurs:
Use caution. Do not let yourself become a victim. Disconnect power from the system. If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of the victim then call for help. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 45
Chapter 3 Before you install Install the IP-RN 8000 following local, national, or international electrical codes:
United States National Fire Protection Associat ion (NFPA70), United States National Electrical Code. Canada Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1. Other countries International Electromechanical Commission (IEC) 364, Part 1 through Part 7. Warning Definition Warning means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury or death. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. WARNING Product Disposal Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Lightning Activity Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Jewelry Removal Warning Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals. Power Supply Warning Do not touch the power supply when the power cord is connected. Line voltages are present within the power supply even when the power switch is off and the power cord is connected. Power Supply Disconnection Warning Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units;
disconnect the power at the circuit breaker on DC units. Power Disconnection Warning Before working on a system that has an On/Off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord. 46 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Notices Grounded Equipment Warning This equipment is intended to be grounded. Ensure that the IP-RN 8000 is connected to earth ground during normal use. Installation Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Notices Part-68 Notice This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the right hand side of the Backhaul Switch Panel of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US: ARVDENANRN8000. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service might be required. If advance notice is not practical, the telephone company notifies you as soon as possible. Also, you are advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice so you can make the necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Airvana at 1-866-344-7437 for repair and warranty information. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. This equipment uses Uniform Service Order Code (USOC) jack number RJ48H. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 47 Chapter 3 Before you install 48 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Chapter 4 About this chapter This chapter explains in the procedures for installing the chassis and contains the following sections:
Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 Understanding outdoor installation on page 51 Understanding indoor installation on page 52 Planning conduit and grounding installation on page 53 Unpacking the cabinet from its shipping container on page 54 Removing access panels on page 56 Unbolting the cabinet from its palette on page 57 Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad on page 58 Bolting the cabinet in place on page 62 Re-installing the left side access panel on page 63 Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel on page 64 Connecting the power supply on page 65 Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 Testing primary power on page 69 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 49
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Understanding the cabinet installation process This process explains all steps and procedures to follow when installing the IP-RN 8000 cabinet at the cell site, connecting the main ground rods, and connecting power. Two people are required for cabinet installation. 1. Understanding outdoor and indoor installation Read these sections to understand outdoor and indoor installation requirements. See Understanding outdoor installation on page 51. See Understanding indoor installation on page 52. 2. Planning conduit and grounding installation order Plan the order in which you install conduit and connect the grounding wires. See Planning conduit and grounding installation on page 53 3. Preparing for cabinet installation Unpack the cabinet, remove two access panels, and unbolt the cabinet from its shipping palette. a. See Unpacking the cabinet from its shipping container on page 54. b. See Removing access panels on page 56. c. See Unbolting the cabinet from its palette on page 57. 4. Anchoring the cabinet Place the cabinet onto its concrete pad, bolt it in place, and reinstall the left side cable access panel. a. See Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad on page 58. b. See Bolting the cabinet in place on page 62. c. See Re-installing the left side access panel on page 63 5. Removing the power terminal access panel See Removing the power terminal access panel on page 204. Installing power and backhaul cables/conduit and closing right side access panel 6. This section provides general instructions for routing power and backhaul cables into the cabinet and installing external conduit. Cable and conduit installation methods and materials vary from site to site and must be performed according to all local codes and practises. See Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel on page 64 7. Connecting power and grounding Connect site power to the IP-RN 8000, grounding the IP-RN 8000, and testing power flow to the IP-RN 8000 and to its internal components. a. See Connecting the power supply on page 65 b. See Grounding the cabinet on page 67 c. See Testing primary power on page 69 This process is complete. You must connect the backhaul link(s). Go to Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74. 50 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding outdoor installation Understanding outdoor installation This chapter provides a detailed process for outdoor cabinet installation. Additional detailed site planning and construction requirements are provided in the Airvana Cell Site Planning Guide. Also adhere to the following when planning the site. Mounting pad The procedures in this chapter refer to constructing a concrete pad onto which the cabinet is installed. Concrete is recommended, but you can also install the cabinet onto other suitable pads or frameworks. For example, you can install onto steel rails. You must ensure the mounting pad/structure meets all loading and seismic requirements. Airvana supplies a rubber insulation pad in the cabinet shipping crate that must be installed between the mounting surface and the cabinet. Loading The mounting pad/structure must be able to support the load of the cabinet when fully populated with all optional equipment. Loading is a function of the weight and the footprint dimensions. A fully populated cabinet weighs 630 pounds. The footprint dimensions are: width: 30.5 inches; depth 39 inches. Lifting - overhead space There must be sufficient space above the cabinet to lift it into place. The cabinet is 59.5 inches in height. Once the cabinet is disconnected from its shipping palette, it can only be moved by attaching a sling to the lifting hooks on the top and using a crane (or other lifting device capable of handling the cabinets unloaded weight of 500 pounds). There must be sufficient headroom above the cabinet to attach a sling and a crane and then to lift the cabinet into place. The sling must allow five feet between the crane hook and the cabinet top. See Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad on page 58. Earthquakes The mounting surface onto which the cabinet is installed must able to withstand local earthquakes. The surface must be constructed according to local earthquake codes to withstand seismic events of the local seismic zone (seismic zone 1, 2, 3, or 4). Mounting hardware You must supply the mounting hardware:
Four anchor bolts 1/2 inch bolts that comply with the ASTM specification with a minimum protrusion above the floor of 1 1/8 inches Four flat washers, lock washers, and nuts Airvana supplies a cardboard template that indicates the position of the anchor bolts. This template is included in the cabinets shipping crate. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 51
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Understanding indoor installation For indoor installation, you can follow the outdoor installation process, but you must adhere to the following requirements. Loading The building and floor must be able to support the load of the cabinet when fully populated with all optional equipment. The loading is a function of the weight and the footprint dimensions. A fully populated cabinet weighs about 630 pounds. The footprint dimensions are: width: 30.5 inches; depth 39: inches. Lifting - overhead space There must be sufficient space above the cabinet to lift it into place. The cabinet is 59.5 inches in height. Once the cabinet is disconnected from its shipping palette, it can only be moved by attaching a sling to the lifting hooks on the top and using a crane (or other lifting device capable of handling the cabinets unloaded weight of 500 pounds). There must be sufficient headroom above the cabinet to attach a sling and a crane and then to lift the cabinet into place. The sling must allow five feet between the crane hook and the cabinet top. See Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad on page 58. Earthquakes The building/structure in which the cabinet is installed must able to withstand local earthquakes. The building/structure must be constructed according to local earthquake codes to withstand seismic events of the local seismic zone (seismic zone 1, 2, 3, or 4). Mounting You must supply the mounting hardware:
Four anchor bolts 1/2 inch bolts that comply with the ASTM specification with a minimum protrusion above the floor of 1 1/8 inches Four flat washers, lock washers, and nuts Airvana supplies a cardboard template that indicates the position of the anchor bolts. This template is included in the cabinets shipping crate. 52 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Planning conduit and grounding installation Planning conduit and grounding installation It is important to plan the order in which you install conduit and connect the grounding coils to prevent difficulty. The difficulty could arise when:
Installing the second conduit after the first conduit is in place. The access panel could be difficult to remove if inflexible conduit is already installed. Installing any conduit after the grounding coils are connected without slack. If the grounding coils are installed without slack, it may be difficult to back the access panel away from the cabinet in order to attach the conduit. The installation process documented here assumes that you can install power cables and conduit and backhaul cables and conduit at the same time. This only requires removing the access panel once. If you need to install these items at different times, you might want to take the following steps:
When you connect the grounding coils, run the wires straight out from the cabinet side for about one foot to enable the access panel to be backed away from the cabinet later for conduit installation.
When you install the first conduit, install a stub conduit for the second opening. Make sure the stub conduit is plugged properly to seal the inside of the cabinet from damage from the environment. This prevents the need to open the access panel later, which might requiring disassembling the first conduit. This installation process does not specify the type of conduit you use or the manner of installation. The site planner must specify all conduit according to local standards and codes. Improper selection or installation of conduit may compromise the EMI/RFI integrity of the system. NOTE CAUTION IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 53
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Unpacking the cabinet from its shipping container This procedure explains how to unpack the cabinet from its shipping container. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. Requirements 5/8 inch open ended wrench Slotted screwdriver Procedure 1. Familiarize yourself with the shipping crate. The IP-RN 8000 is shipped as follows: it is bolted to a palette, covered with a plastic bag, and wooden sides and a top are attached with metal snaps. Additional material may be shipped in boxes tucked beneath the cabinet door. 2. Using a slotted screwdriver, remove the metal snaps that hold the wooden top of the shipping cabinet in place. To remove the snaps:
a. Insert the screwdriver behind the half of the snap that has a wedge shaped relief for it, and hold the other half of the snap against the cabinet with your open hand. b. Gently pry the snap away from the cabinet until it releases. Hold the snap as you pry it off. Otherwise, the snap may fly into the air when it is pried off. CAUTION 3. Lift the wooden top off. 54 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Unpacking the cabinet from its shipping container 4. Using the same procedure, carefully remove the snaps holding the shipping crates wooden sides in place. As you remove the snaps, the wooden sides will fall off. Hold the sides in place as you remove the snaps. CAUTION 5. Remove the plastic bag covering the cabinet. 6. Remove any boxes that may have been tucked beneath the cabinet front door. A cardboard template is tucked in the crate that can be used to locate the anchor bolts you embed in the concrete pad when the pad is poured. This procedure is complete. Go to Removing access panels on page 56 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 55 Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Removing access panels This procedure explains how to remove the left-side access panel and to back the right side cable access panel away from the cabinet. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. Requirements 5/32 inch, tamper-resistant hex driver 17 mm open ended wrench Procedure 1. Locate the left side access panel. See Figure 3 on page 5. 2. Using a 5/32 inch, tamper-resistant hex driver, remove the 12 screws and rubber washers holding the left side access panel in place, being careful not to let the access panel fall when the final screws are removed. Access panels must be handled carefully. If they are bent they may not form a proper seal with the cabinet when they are re-installed. An intact seal on the inside edge of the access panel is required to ensure external environmental conditions are sealed out. CAUTION 3. Set aside the 12 access panel screws and washers. The screws and washers will be required for re-installing the access panel after the cabinet is bolted to the concrete installation pad. 4. Locate the right side cable access panel. See Figure 3 on page 5. 5. Remove the bubble wrap covers from the two grounding coils. See Figure 3 on page 5. 6. Uncoil about one foot of each grounding coil starting at the cabinet end of the coil. Straightening out the cabinet end of the coils will enable the right side access panel to be backed away from the cabinet. 7. Use an 17 mm open ended wrench to loosen the two nuts where the coils feed through the access panel. Loosening these nuts enables the access panel to slide down the coils as it is backed away from the cabinet. 8. Using a 5/32 inch, tamper-resistant hex driver, remove the 12 screws and rubber washers holding the right side access panel in place. 9. Set aside the 12 access panel screws and washers. The screws and washers will be required for re-installing the access panel after the cabinet is bolted to the concrete installation pad. 10. Carefully pull the access panel away from the cabinet, feeding the straightened grounding coils through their holes in the access panel. This procedure is complete. Go to Unbolting the cabinet from its palette on page 57. 56 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Unbolting the cabinet from its palette Unbolting the cabinet from its palette This procedure explains how to unbolt the cabinet from its shipping palette. At this point, the left side access panel is removed and the right side access panel is backed away from the cabinet. You now have access to the four bolts that attach the cabinet to the palette. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. Requirements 5/8 inch open ended wrench Procedure 1. Using a 5/8 inch open-end wrench, remove the four nuts, lock washers and washers that secure the cabinet to the pallet. Access the nuts through the side access panels you have just removed. Nut and washers removed Bolt pressed down Left side access panel removed Right side access panel backed away 2. Set the four nuts, washers, and lock washers aside. These may be used to bolt the cabinet to the concrete pad. You may also use other nuts and washers that are appropriate for the type of anchor bolts you have embedded in the concrete pad. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 57
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground 3. Physically push down on each bolt forcing it out of the bottom of the pallet. Do not open the door, or push on, or lean against the cabinet. The cabinet cab can tip over and cause death, injury, and equipment damage. Do not move the palette after removing the anchor bolts. CAUTION This procedure is complete. Go to Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad on page 58. Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad This procedure explains how to place the cabinet on its insulation pad and concrete pad or floor. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. This step requires two people to ensure safety and to protect equipment from damage. NOTE Requirements Insulation pad shipped with the IP-RN 8000 Four eye bolts that were shipped with the IP-RN 8000 (used to lift the cabinet) Crane sufficient to safely lift the 500 pound IP-RN 8000 58 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad Procedure The IP-RN 8000 is now disconnected from the palette. Do not open the door, or push on or lean against the cabinet as it may tip over causing equipment damage, injury, or death. Do not move the palette. WARNING 1. Lay the insulation pad that was shipped with the IP-RN 8000 on the concrete pad. Ensure the four bolts embedded in the concrete pad or floor stick up through the holes at the corners of the insulation pad. Ensure the pad lays flat and is not wrinkled or folded. Proper placement of this pad is essential to prevent corrosion. CAUTION The quality of the concrete must meet 3000-pound per square inch (psi) concrete specifications and should be at least 8 inches thick to achieve the design requirement for wind and seismic loading. CAUTION Rubber insulation Concrete pad Anchoring bolts 2. Ensure the cabinet door is closed and latched. See Closing the door on page 199. 3. Screw the four eye bolts into the top of the cabinet. Ensure the eye bolts are screwed in snugly. The eye bolts are shipped with the cabinet. Failure to screw the eye bolts in all the way could cause them to fall out during lifting and this could cause death, injury, or equipment damage. WARNING IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 59 Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground 4. Use the four lifting hooks on the top of the enclosure to attach the IP-RN 8000 to a crane or proper lifting device. Use of improper lifting equipment can result in personal injury or death and may result in damage to the IP-RN 8000. WARNING There must be a minimum of five feet clearance between the top of the cabinet and the crane hook to ensure shear forces do not bend and break the eye bolt hooks. Failure to provide this clearance could result in the cabinet dropping from the crane causing personal injury or death and equipment damage. WARNING Crane hook Five feet minimum from crane hook to top of cabinet 60 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Placing the cabinet on the concrete pad In the following steps, one person should operate the lift and the other person should hold the backed away access panel up and out of the way and help align the cabinet with the four anchor bolts in the concrete pad as the cabinet is lowered into place. NOTE When lowering the cabinet onto the pad, take special care not to damage the threads on the anchor bolts. These four anchor bolts are essential to a successful installation. CAUTION 5. With one person operating the crane and another holding the access panel out of the way and aligning the cabinet as the cabinet is lowered, lift the IP-RN 8000 off the pallet and lower it onto the concrete pad, ensuring the following:
The four corner bolts stick up through the four bolt holes in the base of the enclosure. No part of the IP-RN 8000 enclosure has direct contact with the concrete. The insulation pad should be visible all the way around the cabinet. Right side access panel backed away Rubber insulation Concrete pad Left side access panel removed Anchoring bolts This procedure is complete. Go to Bolting the cabinet in place on page 62. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 61
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Bolting the cabinet in place This procedure explains how to bolt the cabinet onto the concrete insulation pad. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. Requirements Open ended wrench of appropriate size for your anchor bolt nuts Four washers, lock washers, and nuts for th e anchor bolts embedded in the concrete pad These are not provided by Airvana but are specified by the site planner. Procedure 1. Look through the removed left side access panel and the backed away right side access panel and find the four anchoring bolts sticking up from the concrete pad through holes in the cabinet base. Rubber insulation pad visible from all sides 2. Using the four washers, lock washers and nuts, thread a washer, lock washer and nut onto each anchor bolt. 3. Use an appropriately sized open ended wrench to tighten the four nuts. This procedure is complete. Go to Re-installing the left side access panel on page 63 62 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Re-installing the left side access panel Re-installing the left side access panel This procedure explains how to re-install the left side access panel. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. The right side access panel will remain backed away from the cabinet in order to install power and backhaul cables and conduit. NOTE Requirements 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex driver Thread tapping set with 1/4-20 bit for 3/4 depth Procedure 1. Retrieve the 12 tamper-proof screws and rubber washers that you set aside when removing the panel. 2. Ensure the left side access panel is undamaged:
Examine the inside edge of the access panel. The gasket on the inside edge must be intact to ensure a proper seal. 3. Position the access panel and start all screws by hand. See Understanding access panels on page 9. Thread the rubber sealing washer on the screw shank before inserting it in the access panel screw hole. WARNING Screws should be started by hand. It is possible to damage the thread in the cabinet if you use a hand tool or a power tool. Damaged threads must be repaired or the cabinet will be improperly sealed and the IP-RN 8000 can be damaged. Use a thread tapping set to fixed damaged threads. If the thread is damaged beyond repair, contact Airvana. 4. Use a torque wrench with a 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive bit set to 18 inch-pounds to tighten all screws evenly. If access panels screws are not tightened with the correct torque, water intrusion may occur causing equipment malfunction. WARNING At this point, the cabinet is installed on the concrete pad and the left access panel is re-installed. This procedure is complete. Go to Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel on page 64. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 63
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel At this point the cabinet is secured to its concrete pad, and the right side cable access panel is backed away from the cabinet. This is an appropriate time to thread the power cable into the cabinet and install the power conduit and to thread the backhaul cable into the cabinet and install its conduit according to your site planners specifications. This procedure explains in general how to perform these steps, but the details of conduit installation are dependent on your site planners specifications. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. NOTE If it is not possible to schedule technicians to install power and backhaul cables at this time, you must re-install the right side access panel to ensure the cabinet is sealed. See Re-installing the right side cable access panel on page 207. Later procedures assume the power and backhaul cables are available inside the cabinet. Power supply must meet IP-RN 8000 specifications. See Power specifications on page 193. WARNING Requirements Tools required depend on the particular grounding methods and materials specified by the site planner for this particular site. Procedure 1. Remove the power terminal access panel. See Removing the power terminal access panel on page 204. 2. Thread the power cable through its conduit and attach the power conduit to the power cable access port on the right side access panel. To locate the power cable access port, see Right side view with the front door open on page 5. 3. From the front of the cabinet, reach through the power terminal access panel area and grip the power cable. 4. Pull enough power cable forward to the front of the cabinet so that you will be able to attach the cable to the power terminal. For information on the power terminal, see Understanding the cabinet font view on page 3. 64 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Connecting the power supply 5. Thread the backhaul cable through its conduit and attach the backhaul conduit to backhaul cable port on the right side cable access panel. To locate the backhaul cable port, see Right side view with the front door open on page 5. The backhaul cable could consist of one to four separate cables. See Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 NOTE 6. Reach through the power terminal access panel area and grip the backhaul cable(s). 7. Pull five feet of backhaul cable(s) forward to the front of the cabinet. 8. Re-install the right side cable access panel. See Re-installing the right side cable access panel on page 207. This procedure is complete. Go to Connecting the power supply on page 65. Connecting the power supply This procedure explains how to connect the power wires to the power terminals. You can optionally connect a third wire ground if your site planner specifies it. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. This procedure assumes the power cables are already threaded inside the cabinet. See Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel on page 64. NOTE Power supply must meet IP-RN 8000 specifications. See Power specifications on page 193. WARNING Requirements 3/16 inch hex wrench IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 65
Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Procedure 1. Open the main circuit breaker to disable power flow through the power cable. Break the circuit so that there is no power on the power cable. Failure disconnect the power from the power cable before connecting the power cable to the IP-RN 8000 can result in injury or death. CAUTION 2. Flip all power switches on the power distribution unit (PDU) to the right. See Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27. This turns off power to the IP-RN 8000 3. Remove the power terminal access panel, if it is not already open. See Removing the power terminal access panel on page 204. 4. Locate the power terminal and optional third-wire ground terminal. Power terminal Optional third-wire ground connector 5. Examine the power terminal to determine where to connect power wires. Power feed (red) Connect optional third-wire ground here
(green)
+ 27 V DC nominal Connect single/dual feed(s) here
+ 27 V DC return Connect single/dual return(s) here Power Return (black) 66 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Grounding the cabinet 6. Strip the insulation from the power cable wires or prepare the wire ends as appropriate for the cable type and following all relevant codes and practices. 7. Using the 3/16 inch hex wrench, open the hex nuts on the power feed and return terminals. Open two hex nuts on each terminal if you are using a dual-wire cable.
(Optionally, if you are using a three wire cable with a ground wire, use the hex wrench to open the ground hex nut.) Insert the power wires (and optional ground wire if appropriate) and tighten the hex nuts snugly. 8. 9. Visually inspect the power terminal access area for any loose connections or components. All connections must be tight and all components secured before continuing. Loose connections or components can cause short circuits and injure or kill nearby persons and damage equipment. CAUTION This procedure is complete. Go to Grounding the cabinet on page 67 Grounding the cabinet This procedure explains how to connect the two main grounding coil wires to a required external grounding infrastructure. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. Grounding the IP-RN 8000 correctly according to local conditions and following all applicable codes is required. Failure to ground correctly can result in damage to the IP-RN 8000 and danger to nearby person. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33. WARNING Requirements Tools required depend on the particular grounding methods and materials specified by the site planner for this particular site. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 67 Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground Procedure 1. Locate the two ground wires protruding from the lower right hand side of the cabinet. IP-RN 8000 front/right view IP-RN 8000 rear/left view Optional side ground points (A) Optional Side ground points (C) Required main ground wires Optional rear ground points (B) 2. Connect both ground wires to the site ground rod. The method of connecting the grounding wires to the site grounding system varies. The particular method you use depends on many factors. The rods can be connected to separate grounding rods or external grounding plates. The connection can be welded, terminal lugs can be used, or a different type of connection can be used. Follow local codes and practise as appropriate for local conditions. NOTE The grounding coils can be trimmed to an appropriate length. Do not cut them too short as they are difficult to replace. If you will need to remove the right side access panel after the grounding coils have been connected to the site grounding infrastructure, consider running the ground coil wires straight out from the cabinet for one foot. This enables backing the access panel away from the cabinet without disconnecting and straightening out the grounding coils. See Planning conduit and grounding installation on page 53. 3. Optionally (and in addition to main ground connection), connect the site ground system to the optional three pairs of grounding contacts (see A, B, and C in the above figure). Two ground points are on the bottom rear of the IP-RN 8000 enclosure Two ground points are located next to the acces s panels on the right rear of the IP-RN 8000. Two ground points are located next to the access panels on both the left rear of the IP-RN 8000. These optional ground points are threaded double hole lugs. The thread is 1/14-20. This procedure is complete. Go to Testing primary power on page 69. 68 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Testing primary power Testing primary power This procedure explains how to test whether power is applied to the IP-RN 8000, whether the voltage is at the correct nominal level at the cabinets power terminals, and whether power is distributed internally. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the cabinet installation process on page 50 before continuing. Take all appropriate safety precautions before closing the main circuit breaker and turning on power. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and equipment damage. CAUTION Do not perform this procedure in the raid or injury or death may occur. CAUTION Requirements No tools are required. Procedure 1. Open the front door and visually examine the compartment for loose wires or components. All connections must be tight and all components secured before continuing. Loose connections or components can cause short circuits and injure or kill nearby persons and damage equipment. CAUTION 2. Pull the backhaul cable(s) ends forward and through the power terminal access panel. Pulling the backhaul cable ends out of the cabinet through the power terminal access panel is necessary to prevent short circuits, to prevent danger, and protect equipment. WARNING IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 69 Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground 3. Ensure the power supply at the power terminal is as the correct voltage level. a. Connect a volt meter to the power terminal by connecting the positive volt meter lead to the positive cabinet power terminal and the negative lead to the negative terminal. b. The volt meter should show voltage at 27 V DC nominal. c. Disconnect the volt meter. 4. Locate the Power Distribution Unit (PDU). 5. Ensure all power switches on the PDU panel are set to OFF (flipped to the right). Main Power Heat exchanger (HXCH) Alarms (ALRM) USR1 Heater (HEAT) USR2 Chassis power (CHAS) Fans (FANS) 6. Close the external circuit breaker to apply power to the IP-RN 8000. This circuit breaker is external equipment that is not provided by Airvana. NOTE 7. Flip the Main Power switch on the PDU to the left to enable main power. The PDUs Main Power Status LED lights green indicating power flow. If the LED does not light green, open the external circuit breaker to disable power application to the cabinet and contact Airvana. For information about the PDU, see Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27. 70 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Testing primary power 8. Flip the ALRM power switch on the PDU to the left to enable power application to the Alarm Unit and to the Heat Exchanger controller. a. To test whether power is applied to the Alarm Unit, press in the Alarm Test button at the lower left corner of the Alarm Unit. All 20 alarm LEDs light red indicating power application. If the LEDs do not light red, contact Airvana. For information about the Alarm Unit, see Understanding the Alarm Unit on page 29. b. To test whether power is applied to the Heat Exchanger controller, watch the Heat Exchanger LEDS. During a period of initialization that may last several minutes, the LEDs blink. Then the top two LEDs light green and the bottom two light RED. Contact Airvana if the LEDs do not light. For information about the Heat Exchanger LEDs, see Understanding cabinet right side view on page 5. 9. Flip the FANS switch to the left on the Power Distribution Unit. To test whether power is applied to the Fan Unit, listen for the sound of the fan and/or carefully insert your hand into a module slot and feel a breeze moving upwards. If the Fan Unit is not operative, contact Airvana. If you place your hand in an empty module slot to try to feel a breeze to verify that the fan is operating, do not allow your fingers or hand to move below the module slots or you may touch moving fan blades and injury can occur. CAUTION For information about the Fan Unit, see Understanding the Alarm Unit on page 29. 10. Flip the HXCH switch to the left to apply power to the heat exchanger. All four Heat Exchanger LEDs light green. 11. Flip the Main Power switch to the right to turn off power application to the IP-RN 8000. 12. Open the main circuit breaker to disconnect the IP-RN 8000 from its power source. Ensure you disconnect the IP-RN 8000 from its power source by opening its external main circuit breaker before doing anything else. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. CAUTION This procedure is complete. Go to Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 71 Chapter 4 Installing the cabinet, power, and ground 72 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul About this chapter This chapter explains how to thread the backhaul link(s) through the cabinet and wire the backhaul(s) into the backhaul punch block. This chapter has the following sections:
Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 Understanding backhaul links on page 75 Removing the punch block access panel on page 76 Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block on page 77
Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block on page 79 Re-installing the access panels on page 83 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 73
Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul Understanding the backhaul installation process This process explains all steps and procedures to follow when installing the backhaul. TIP During the commissioning phase, backhaul links are tested with loopback tests. These tests require installing an external loopback on each link. If you plan to install the loopback into the punch block itself, the backhaul will have to be un-installed, then re-installed after the loopback test. In this case, it may make sense to postpone backhaul installation until after the loopback tests are performed. For more information, see Chapter 13, Loopback testing backhaul links. 1. Ensuring all grounding and surge protection equipment is in place Do not perform any work on the IP-RN 8000 until you have installed grounding and external surge protection equipment. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33. 2. Ensuring the backhaul cable is already installed into the cabinet base See Routing power and backhaul cables into cabinet and closing right side access panel on page 64. 3. Removing the punch block access panel The punch block access panel and the power terminal access panel must be removed to gain access to the punch block. See Removing the punch block access panel on page 76. 4. Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block The backhaul is threaded from the bottom of the cabinet in the power terminal access panel area, through cinch blocks, and up the inside of the left side of the cabinet to the backhaul punch block. See Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block on page 77. 5. Connecting backhaul to backhaul punch block The backhaul is wired into the backhaul punch block. See Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block on page 79. 6. Re-installing access panels The backhaul punch block access panel and the power terminal access panel are re-installed. See Re-installing the access panels on page 83. This procedure is complete. This process is complete. You must connect the antennas. Go to Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86. 74 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding backhaul links Understanding backhaul links The backhaul connects the IP-RN 8000 to the IP-RNC 8500 and carries user traffic (access terminal to Internet) and management traffic (AirVista to IP-RN 8000). See Understanding the backhaul punch block and switch on page 32. Backhaul deployment/installation options are as follows:
One to four T1/E1 leased lines The combined total bandwidth of the T1/E1 leased lines is available for backhaul traffic. The backhaul switch makes the total T1/E1 backhaul bandwidth available to whichever BIO/SC is currently active. (In non-redundant systems, there is only one BIO/SC, typically in slot 3). Or, one or two 10/100 Mbit/sec Ethernet links The bandwidth of a single Ethernet is available at a time for backhaul traffic because the Ethernets are not switched between the BIO/SCs like T1/E1s Instead the Ethernet link(s) pass directly through the backhaul switch and are directly connected to each BIO/SC module(s). If you are using Ethernet backhauls on a redundant system with two Digital Module Kits, you must install two Ethernet backhauls. Non-redundant digital module kits require only a single Ethernet backhaul. NOTE The backhaul cable(s) installed should have connectors on the far end that are appropriate for the application. For example, if Ethernet backhauls are used, the far end of the cables should have Ethernet connectors that are appropriate for the Ethernet switch, patch panel, router, or other device that the cables will connect to
(typically RJ-45 modular jacks). Backhaul cable specifications are as follows:
T1 100 ohm twisted pair cable complying with ANSI/EIA/TIA 568 E1 120 ohm twisted pair cable Ethernet Cat5 cable or better. Ensure the cable can withstand the temperature range inside the cabinet. Make sure that temperature specification of the Ethernet cable you provide is within the expected operational temperature limits of the inside of the cabinet. See Table 27 on page 192. CAUTION IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 75
Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul Removing the punch block access panel This procedure explains how to remove the punch block access panel. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 before continuing. Requirements Number 2 Phillips head screwdriver Procedure Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in the Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP 1. Ensure that power is not being delivered to the IP-RN 8000. a. Ensure the Main Power switch on the Power Distribution Unit is flipped to the right. See Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27. b. Ensure the external circuit breaker that controls power flow to the IP-RN 8000 is opened, eliminating power on the IP-RN 8000 circuit. 2. Locate the punch block access panel. See Understanding access panels on page 9. 3. Using a number 2 Phillips head screw driver, remove the three screws that hold the access panel in place. 4. Set the access panel and the three screws aside for later re-installation 5. Ensure the power terminal access panel has been removed. If the power terminal access panel is not currently removed, follow the procedure explained in Removing the power terminal access panel on page 204. This procedure is complete. Go to Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block on page 77. 76 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block Routing backhaul to the backhaul punch block This procedure explains how to thread the backhaul cable(s) from the base of the cabinet up to the backhaul punch block in preparation for wiring the cables to the punch block. This procedure assumes that power is not being delivered to the cabinet. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 before continuing. Requirements Small slotted screw driver Cable ties to wrap cables into a single bunch. (T ies are unnecessary if there is only a single cable.) Procedure Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in he Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP 1. Ensure there is five feet of backhaul cable inside the cabinet for each backhaul link. If there is not five feet of cable inside the cabinet, reach into the cabinet base through the power terminal access area and pull five feet of backhaul cable into the cabinet. 2. Thread the backhaul cable(s) through one of the cinch blocks in the left of the power terminal access area. Use the small slotted screwdriver to loosen the two screws in the cinch block as needed to make room for the cable. If the cable bunch does not fit through one of the cinch blocks, split it into two groups and thread the cables through both cinch blocks, then re-tie the cables into a single bunch using cable ties. Lowest part of cabinet front with power terminal access panel removed Thread backhaul through cinch block and tighten screws Backhaul enters on right side of cabinet Feed backhaul through power terminal access area IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 77
Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul 3. Thread the backhaul from the cinch block up the left side of the cabinet between the cabinet and the chassis frame. Backhaul punch block Tie and dress backhaul and thread through cabinet side Alarm punch block
(right half) Punch block access panel Backhaul cable 4. Pull the end of the backhaul through the opening at the left side of the backhaul punch block
. Pull cable end through opening 5. Tie and dress the backhaul to secure it along its length inside the cabinet and adjust the position of the cable with regard to the cinch blocks. Be sure to tie the backhaul cables securely to the frame to the left of the punch block to provide stain relief for the wiring into the punch block. NOTE 6. When the cable is in its final position, tighten the two screws on the cinch block to hold it securely in place. This procedure is complete. Go to Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block on page 79. 78 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block This procedure explains how to connect the backhaul wires to the backhaul punch block. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 before continuing. Requirements
Wire cutters Electricians tool or knife to peel back wire coatings Standard punch down tool for type 66-Block punch block. Procedure Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in he Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP 1. Familiarize yourself with the backhaul punch block. The punch block is of type 66-Block. The punch block terminal positions onto which you punch down wires are numbered from left to right, from 1 to 50. V-shaped notches in the plastic below and above the punch block terminals separate the terminal positions into groups of 10 to make it easier to find the correct terminal to punch into. V-shaped notches separate groups of 10 terminals Airvana pre-installed internal wiring with AT&T color codes Four T1s/E1s punched into positions 1 through 16 Backhaul cable(s) Two Ethernets punched into positions 41 through 48 Simultaneous use of Ethernet and T1/E1 backhauls as shown in is not supported in software. You can only enable use one type or the other type at any one time. NOTE IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 79
Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul 2. Use Table 19to determine the backhaul cable wires to punch into the terminal positions. Table 19 Backhaul punch block pin-out Airvana wire color code (pre-wired into the punch block) Backhaul wire signal description Punch down position white wire/blue stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 1. Transmit. Positive (tip) blue wire/white stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 1. Transmit. Negative (ring) white wire/orange stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 1. Receive. Positive (tip) orange wire/white stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 1. Receive. Negative (ring) white wire/green stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 2. Transmit. Positive (tip) green wire/white stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 2. Transmit. Negative (ring) white wire/brown stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 2. Receive. Positive (tip) brown wire/white stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 2. Receive. Negative (ring) white wire/slate stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 3. Transmit. Positive (tip) slate wire/white stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 3. Transmit. Negative (ring) red wire/blue stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 3. Receive. Positive (tip) blue wire/red stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 3. Receive. Negative (ring) red wire/orange stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 4. Transmit. Positive (tip) orange wire/red stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 4. Transmit. Negative (ring) red wire/green stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 4. Receive. Positive (tip) green wire/red stripe T1/E1 backhaul number 4. Receive. Negative (ring) red wire/slate stripe Not used slate wire/red stripe red wire/brown stripe Not used brown wire/red stripe black wire/blue stripe Not used blue wire/black stripe black wire/orange stripe Not used orange wire/black stripe black wire/green stripe Not used green wire/black stripe black wire/brown stripe Not used brown wire/black stripe 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 80 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Wiring backhaul to the backhaul punch block Table 19 Backhaul punch block pin-out (continued) Airvana wire color code (pre-wired into the punch block) Backhaul wire signal description Punch down position black wire/slate stripe Not used slate wire/black stripe yellow wire/blue stripe Not used blue wire/yellow stripe yellow wire/orange stripe Not used orange wire/yellow stripe yellow wire/green stripe Not used green wire/yellow stripe yellow wire/brown stripe Not used brown wire/yellow stripe yellow wire/slate stripe Not used slate wire/yellow stripe violet wire/blue stripe Primary Ethernet backhaul. Transmit. Positive (tip) blue wire/violet stripe Primary Ethernet backhaul. Transmit. Negative (ring) violet wire/orange stripe Primary Ethernet backhaul. Receive. Positive (tip) orange wire/violet stripe Primary Ethernet backhaul. Receive. Negative (ring) violet wire/green stripe Redundant Ethernet backhaul. Transmit. Positive (tip) green wire/violet stripe Redundant Ethernet backhaul. Transmit. Negative (ring) violet wire/brown stripe Redundant Ethernet backhaul. Receive. Positive (tip) brown wire/violet stripe Redundant Ethernet backhaul. Receive. Negative (ring) violet wire/slate stripe Not used slate wire/violet stripe 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 3. Find the correct punch down terminal positions on the punch block by counting from the left or by using the color of the Airvana pre-installed wire. Airvana uses AT&T punch block wire color coding. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 81 Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul 4. Using standard punch block wiring techniques, punch the backhaul wires into the backhaul punch block. Ensure each wire pair is twisted evenly to within 1/2 inch of the terminal. If the untwisting of the wire pairs occurs more than 1/2 inch from the terminal the backhaul may not operate correctly. CAUTION Ensure the wire pair is threaded through the slot beneath the terminal. You cannot use the punch blocks bottom two rows (labeled Unused in the figure below). These rows are not connected internally. NOTE Airvana internal color coded wiring Pre-installed color coded wires You punch down into this row Unused Unused Twist wire pairs evenly to within 1/2 inch of the terminal Thread wire pairs through slot below terminal This procedure is complete. Go to Re-installing the access panels on page 83. 82 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Re-installing the access panels Re-installing the access panels This procedure explains how to re-install the backhaul access panel and the power terminal access panel. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the backhaul installation process on page 74 before continuing. Requirements Number 2 Phillips head screwdriver Procedure Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in he Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP 1. Retrieve the three Phillips head screws and the punch block access panel previously set aside. 2. Hold the panel in place over the back haul punch block and start the three screws by hand. 3. Tighten the three screws snugly. Do not over tighten or you might strip the screw threads. 4. Re-install the power cable access panel. Go to Re-installing the power terminal access panel on page 205. This procedure is complete. Go to Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 83
Chapter 5 Connecting the backhaul 84 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 6 Connecting antennas About this chapter This chapter explains how to install the Rox System cabinet seal and how to connect RF and GPS antennas internally and externally. This chapter has the following sections:
Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 Removing access panels on page 91 Installing the Rox System cabinet seal on page 94 Connecting GPS and RF antennas on page 96 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 85
Chapter 6 Connecting antennas Understanding the antenna installation process This process explains all steps and procedures to follow when connecting RF and GPS antenna cables. 1. Understanding cautions and warnings Understand and follow all warnings and cautions or injury, death, or damage to equipment can occur. See Understanding warnings and cautions on page 87. 2. Understanding the Rox System This section explains the pre-assembled configuration in which the Rox System ships. See Understanding the pre-assembled Rox System on page 87. You can optionally assemble your own Rox System. See Optionally assembling your own Rox on page 89. 3. Removing access panels Remove the antenna access panel in order to install the Rox System cabinet seal. You must also remove the surge protection access panel in order to connect Rox System antenna cables internally to the surge protection bar. See Removing access panels on page 91 Installing the Rox System cabinet seal 4. The Rox System cabinet seal must be installed into the cabinet opening created when you remove the antenna access panel on the top back of the cabinet. Installation involves routing the cables into the cabinet and screwing the Rox System cabinet seal into place. See Installing the Rox System cabinet seal on page 94. 5. Connecting GPS and RF antennas All antenna cables routed through the Rox System cabinet seal must be connected to the surge protection bar on the inside of the cabinet and to external antenna cables/surge protection equipment on the outside of the cabinet. The surge protection access panel must be re-installed. See Connecting GPS and RF antennas on page 96. This procedure is complete. This process is complete. You must install modules. Go to Understanding the module installation process on page 104. 86 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding warnings and cautions Understanding warnings and cautions This section contains warnings and cautions that apply to all procedures in this chapter. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 before continuing. Do not perform any of these procedures when there is a possibility of lightning strikes. Death or injury could occur if lightning strikes during installation. WARNING WARNING Upon installation, this product is required to comply with the requirements of Federal Communications Commission 47CFR 1.1310, Radiofrequency radiation exposure limits. Care must be taken by the installer to insure that the antenna chosen along with its installation position and orientation does not violate these limits. Do not perform any of these procedures if the IP-RN 8000 has not been properly grounded. WARNING Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in the Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP Understanding the pre-assembled Rox System The Rox System cabinet seal typically ships pre-assembled and is ready to install. The pre-assembled Rox System cabinet seal supports:
Three radio sectors Each radio sector has two RF antenna cables. One cable carries two signals, a transmit signal and a receive signal. The second contains a single receive antenna cable. Two GPS antenna cables one primary G PS antenna and one redundant GPS antenna IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 87
Chapter 6 Connecting antennas The pre-assembled Rox System can be used on installations with:
One, two, or three radio sectors. See Understanding radio sectors on page 13. If fewer than three radio sectors are used at a particular installation, the unused RF antenna cables exiting through the Rox System cabinet seal must be connected to external surge suppression equipment to prevent equipment damage from lightning strikes. Redundant and non-redundant Digital Module Kits. Redundant installations use two GPS antennas; non-redundant installations use a single GPS antenna.
(See Understanding Digital Module Kit redundancy on page 20.) In non-redundant installations, the secondary GPS antenna cable must be connected to external surge suppression equipment to prevent damage from lightning strikes. The pre-assembled Rox System cannot be used for installations that have three separate RF antenna cables for each radio sector. In this case, you must use a specially-ordered Rox System cabinet seal with nine RF cables. The pre-assembled Rox System is shipped fully assembled with cables that are 8 feet long, 3/8 inch or 1/2 inch in diameter, and have male N-Type connectors at both ends. See Table 20. If you special ordered a Rox System cabinet seal, or assembled it yourself, you might have a different number of cables and different connector types. NOTE Table 20 The standard Rox System cabinet seal assembly Type Sector Use RF alpha Receive antenna cable Transmit and receive antenna cable beta Receive antenna cable Transmit and receive antenna cable gamma Receive antenna cable Transmit and receive antenna cable GPS not applicable primary GPS antenna cable secondary GPS antenna cable label RX1 TX/RX0 RX1 TX/RX0 RX1 TX/RX0 GPS_P GPS_R Connector
(both ends) male N-type male N-type male N-type male N-type male N-type male N-type male N-type male N-type 88 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Optionally assembling your own Rox Optionally assembling your own Rox You can optionally assemble your own Rox System cabinet seal. If you are not assembling your Rox System cabinet seal, you can skip this section. With this option, Airvana provides the Rox System cabinet seal and related components, but you must provide the antenna cables and cable connectors. If you assemble the Rox System cabinet seals, you are responsible for any damage resulting from improper assembly. Ensure that only qualified personnel perform the assembly. CAUTION Airvana Rox kits This Airvana Rox Kit consists of the following:
RoxTec Frame Kit, ES-CF-16, quantity: 1 RoxTec Module Kit, ES-CM-20 w40, quantity: 8
Mounting Plate with gaskets, quantity: 1 For more additional information about the Rox Kit, you can contact RoxTec. The Rox Kit is identified by part number 6000-004652-100 Assembly requirements When assembling Rox System cabinet seals, you must adhere to the following requirements. These requirements are for installation in the top rear antenna access panel opening. Requirements:
Internal connectors: N-type, male, straight, hex External connectors: site specific, defined by customer Length of internal cables: 21 inches, measured from inside edge of Rox System to the end of connector Overall cable length: site specific, defined by cu stomer (21 inches internal length + 1.5 inches Rox thickness + user defined external length) Cable size: maximum overall diameter (OD) of 14 .5mm (0.571 inches) including sheath; minimum OD of 4 mm (0.157 inches) of cable screen Cable type: defined by customer (suggested type: Andrew Corporation Part #FSJ4-50B, 1/2 inch 50 ohm Superflex or Times Microwave LMR400DB with EZ connectors) IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 89
Chapter 6 Connecting antennas RF and GPS cable locations Airvana recommends installing the RF and GPS cables into the positions in the Rox System cabinet seal that are shown in Figure 20. This enables determination of which cable serves which function after the Rox System cabinet seal has been installed even if cable labels are missing. This recommendation is for a three sector node, with two RF antennas per sector, and in a redundant configuration requiring two GPS cables. TIP Cables should be labeled as to their function on both the internal side and the external side of the Rox System cabinet seal. View from the outside of the cabinet 1 3 5 7 10 12 14 16 Key:
Position numbers refer to table below Gray circles show unused cable positions Figure 20 Recommended cable positions in Rox System viewed from the external side of the Rox Table 21 Recommended cable positions in Rox System cabinet seal Position Cable description 1 3 5 7 10 12 14 16 Redundant GPS cable TX/RX0 cable for gamma sector TX/RX0 cable for beta sector TX/RX0 cable for alpha sector RX1 cable for gamma sector RX1 cable for beta sector RX1 cable for alpha sector Primary GPS cable 90 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Removing access panels Removing access panels This procedure explains how to remove the two required access panels in order to install the Rox System Cabinet seal and connect all antennas. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 before continuing. Requirements 5/32 tamper-resistant screw driver Thread tapping kit with 1/4-20 thread bit at 3/4 inch depth Procedure 1. Ensure that power is not being delivered to the IP-RN 8000. a. Ensure the Main Power switch on the Power Distribution Unit is flipped to the right. See Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27. b. Ensure the external circuit breaker that controls power flow to the IP-RN 8000 is opened, eliminating power on the IP-RN 8000 circuit. 2. Locate the antenna access panel on the cabinet where you will install the Rox System. There are four antenna access panels. The Rox System can be installed into any one of the cabinet openings created when the access panels are removed. The standard configuration requires installing the Rox System into the access panel on the top of the back of the cabinet. Installing the Rox System cabinet seal into any of the three non-standard access panels requires a different internal configuration of the cabinet, and it must have been specially ordered. NOTE IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 91
Chapter 6 Connecting antennas Standard Rox System cabinet seal installation panel Non-standard Rox System installation panels 3. Remove the 10 screws from the antenna access panel with the tamper-proof screwdriver, being careful not to let the access panel fall when the final screw is removed. Access panels must be handled carefully. If they are bent they may not form a proper seal with the cabinet when they are re-installed. An intact seal on the inside edge of the access panel is required to ensure external environmental conditions are sealed out. CAUTION 4. Set aside the 10 antenna access panel screws and washers. The screws and washers will be required for installing the Rox System cabinet seal. The antenna access panel cover that you just removed will not be required for this installation. Save it for later use as appropriate. 5. Locate the surge protection access panel. 92 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Removing access panels Cabinet back view Surge protection access panel Take care. The access panel is heavy and requires support 6. Remove 15 of the 16 screws holding the surge protection access panel in place. Leave the top middle screw in place. 7. Hold the surge protection access panel firmly in place and remove the final screw using the tamper resistant screw driver. The surge protection access panel is heavy. Take all necessary precautions to avoid injury and to avoid damaging the access panel. Do not allow it to be bent. Do not allow the seal around the inside edge to be damaged. WARNING 8. Set aside all 16 screws and washers from the surge protection access panel. These screws will be used to re-install the access panel after all antennas are connected. This procedure is complete. Go to Installing the Rox System cabinet seal on page 94. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 93 Chapter 6 Connecting antennas Installing the Rox System cabinet seal This procedure explains how to install the Rox System cabinet seal. This procedure assumes that the power supply has been turned off and that power is not flowing to the cabinet. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 before continuing. Requirements 5/32 inch tamper-resistant screw driver Torque wrench with bit for 5/32 inch tamper-resistant screw driver Thread tapping kit with 1/4-20 thread bit at 3/4 inch depth Procedure Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in the Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP 1. Remove the Rox System cabinet seal from its box and remove all packing materials. 2. Retrieve the 10 access panel screws and the corresponding rubber washers that you set aside when you removed the antenna access panel. 3. Examine the back side of the Rox System cabinet seal. The gasket along the edge must be undamaged to ensure a proper seal. A spacing washer must be embedded in the gasket for each screw. See Connectors, screws, nuts, washers on page 194. 4. Examine all cable labels. Each cable should be labeled at both ends. If any label is not present, trace the cable through the Rox System cabinet seal and attach a label to both ends of the cable. You must be able to determine which cable on the outside of the Rox System cabinet seal is associated with which cable on the inside of the Rox System cabinet seal. 5. Hold the Rox System cabinet seal near the open antenna access panel so that its back side faces the cabinet and thread the 21 inch internal ends of the antenna cables into the top back cabinet hole. Be sure not to knock any of the spacer washers off the gasket on the inside edge of the Rox system cabinet seal. These spacer washers are required to ensure proper installation and EMI/RF shielding. NOTE 94 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Installing the Rox System cabinet seal Cabinet back view Rox System cabinet seal positioned for installation RF and GPS antenna cables threaded into cabinet 6. Gently push the Rox System cabinet seal against the cabinet and position it for final attachment. 7. Screw in the one of the top middle screws by hand. Be sure to thread the rubber sealing washer on the screw shank before inserting it in the Rox System screw hole. Check to ensure each screw shank has a spacing washer as well. Screws should be started by hand. It is possible to damage the thread in the cabinet if you use a hand tool or a power tool. Damaged threads must be repaired or the cabinet will be improperly sealed and the IP-RN 8000 can be damaged. Use a thread tapping set to fixed damaged threads. WARNING 8. Start all screws with rubbers washers in by hand. Install them all loosely before tightening any one of them. 9. Use a torque wrench with a 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive bit set to 18 inch-pounds to tighten all screws evenly. If access panels screws are not tightened with the correct torque, electronic interface may occur causing equipment malfunction. WARNING This procedure is complete. Go to Connecting GPS and RF antennas on page 96. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 95 Chapter 6 Connecting antennas Connecting GPS and RF antennas This procedure explains how to:
Connect the GPS and the RF antenna cables to the su rge protection bar on the inside of the cabinet and to a required surge protection system/antenna cables system on the outside of the cabinet Re-install the surge protection access panel. This procedure assumes that the power supply has been turned off and that power is not flowing to the cabinet. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86 before continuing. Requirements 13/16 inch open ended wrench Torque wrench with 13/16 inch open ended bit 5/32 tamper-resistant screw driver Thread tapping kit with 1/4-20 thread bit at 3/4 inch depth Procedure Wear an ESD strap and connect the strap to the ESD jack in the Antenna Interface Unit when performing any installation procedure. See Understanding the Antenna Interface Unit module on page 17. WRIST STRAP Do not touch or connect antennas when there is any chance of a lightning strike. Injury or death can occur if lightning strikes an antenna during installation. WARNING Antenna cables emit radio frequency energy. Exposure to radio frequency energy can cause burns or other health problems. Take all appropriate precautions to avoid risk and danger. WARNING 96 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Connecting GPS and RF antennas Power to the IP-RN 8000 must be turned off. WARNING The IP-RN 8000 must be properly grounded before antennas are installed. Failure to properly ground the IP-RN 8000 can result in danger to nearby persons and damage to equipment. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33. WARNING The IP-RN 8000 has a secondary surge suppression system. A primary external surge suppression system is required to protect nearby persons from danger should a surge occur and to protect the IP-RN 8000 from damage. See Understanding surge protection and grounding on page 33. CAUTION 1. Look at the surge suppression bar in the cabinet and compare it with that shown in the following figure. Use the label on each cable to plan which cables dangling from the inside of the Rox System cabinet seal will connect to which connectors on the surge protection bar. It is essential that the proper cables are connected to the proper surge suppressors. Each cable on the Rox System cabinet seal is labeled on both ends, both the end that dangles inside the cabinet and the end that is outside the cabinet. See Understanding the antenna installation process on page 86. If you connect cables to the wrong surge suppressors, damage to equipment may occur and the equipment may not operate correctly. WARNING If your deployment uses two antenna cables per sector, connect the cables to the connectors as follows:
IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 97 Chapter 6 Connecting antennas Surge suppression bar top view from the rear Gamma () sector Beta () sector Alpha () sector Primary GPS Secondary GPS RX1 Unused TX/RX0 RX1 Unused TX/RX0 RX1 Unused TX/RX0 Cable connections with two RF cables per sector If your deployment uses three antenna cables per sector, connect the cables to the connectors as follows:
Surge suppression bar top view from the rear Gamma () sector Beta () sector Alpha () sector Primary GPS Secondary GPS RX1 RX0 TX RX1 RX0 TX RX1 RX0 TX Cable connections with three RF cables per sector 2. First finger tighten the RF and GPS antenna cables to the correct surge suppressor connectors on the top side of the surge protection bar inside the cabinet. All antenna cables dangling inside the cabinet must be connected to the surge suppressor connectors, even if they are not connected to antennas externally. Failure to connect all cables could result in equipment damage and loss of EMI protection. CAUTION 98 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Connecting GPS and RF antennas 3. Use the torque wrench set to 10 inch pounds with the 13/16 inch open ended wrench bit to tighten every antenna cable connection on the surge suppression bar. Tightening the connectors to more than 15 inch pounds can damage the equipment. WARNING Rear view - Attaching antenna cables internally Attach antenna cables to top of surge suppression bar Ensure the correct cable is attached to the right connector Ensure all cables are attached Surge suppression bar 4. After all internal antenna cables are connected to the correct surge suppressors, the cabinet appears as shown in the following figure. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 99 Chapter 6 Connecting antennas RF and GPS antennas leading to external surge suppression equipment Rear view - 6 RF/2 GPS cable configuration Secondary GPS Gamma sector RX1 Gamma sector TX/RX0 Beta sector RX1 Beta sector TX/RX0 Primary GPS Alpha sector TX/RX0 Alpha sector RX1 5. Retrieve the 16 tamper-proof screws and rubber washers that you set aside when removing the panel. 6. Ensure the access panel is undamaged:
Examine the inside edge of the access panel. The gask et on the inside edge must be intact to ensure a proper seal. A spacing washer must be embedded in the gasket for each screw. 7. Position the surge protection access panel and screw in the top middle screw by hand. Be sure to thread the rubber sealing washer on the screw shank before inserting it in the access panel screw hole. Screws should be started by hand. It is possible to damage the thread in the cabinet if you use hand tool or a power tool. Damaged threads must be repaired or the cabinet will be improperly sealed and the IP-RN 8000 can be damaged. Use a thread tapping set to fixed damaged threads. WARNING 8. Start the remaining 15 screws (with washers) by hand. Install them loosely before tightening any one of them. 100 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Connecting GPS and RF antennas 9. Use a torque wrench with a 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive bit set to 18 inch-pounds to tighten all screws evenly. If access panels screws are not tightened with the correct torque, electronic interface may occur causing equipment malfunction. WARNING 10. Connect all antenna cables to the proper external antennas/surge protection equipment. The connections are typically N-type and require a 13/16 inch open ended wrench. Tighten connections snugly. Do not overtighten. All external antenna cables exiting the Rox System cabinet seal must be connected to an external surge suppression system, even if the cables are not used. Failure to connect unused cables to a surge suppression system leaves them open to lightning strikes, which could damage the IP-RN 8000. CAUTION This procedure is complete. Go to Understanding the module installation process on page 104. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 101 Chapter 6 Connecting antennas 102 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
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Chapter 7 Installing modules About this chapter This chapter describes how to install all modules and contains these sections:
Understanding the module installation process on page 104 Installing a Power Amplifier on page 105 Installing a Radio Module on page 108 Connecting the RM to the PA with the RF cable on page 111 Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit on page 113 Installing a Timing Frequency Unit on page 116 Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller on page 119 Installing a 1xDOM on page 122 Wear an ESD strap when handling IP-RN 8000 modules. WRIST STRAP IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 103
Chapter 7 Installing modules Understanding the module installation process This process explains all steps and procedures to follow when installing modules into the cabinet. 1. Installing Sector Radio Kit(s) These procedures explain how to install the two modules in a Sector Radio Kit. Repeat the procedures in this section for each sector in your installation. Typical installations support three sectors, but one or two sector installations are possible. In addition, several cable connections need to be made involving the Radio Module, the Power Amplifier module and the Antenna Interface Unit for each sector. Follow these steps for each Sector Radio Kit you install:
a. See Installing a Power Amplifier on page 105. b. See Installing a Radio Module on page 108. c. See Connecting the RM to the PA with the RF cable on page 111. d. See Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit on page 113. 2. Installing Digital Module Kit(s) These procedures explain how to install the three modules in a Digital Module Kit. If you are installing a non-redundant node, follow these procedures once for the primary Digital Module Kit. For redundant installations, follow these procedures twice, once for the primary Digital Module Kit and once for the redundant Digital Module Kit. a. See Installing a Timing Frequency Unit on page 116. b. See Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller on page 119. c. See Installing a 1xDOM on page 122. This procedure is complete. You must power the system on. Go to Powering the node on page 126. 104 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Installing a Power Amplifier Installing a Power Amplifier This procedure explains how to install a Power Amplifier (PA) module. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. The PA weighs 22 pounds (10 kg). To avoid injury, use both hands when handling. Hold the module handle with one hand and place the other hand under the bottom module slide. WARNING Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when handling modules or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Ensure that you install the PA module into the proper slot (either slot 1 top part, slot 5 top part, or slot 9 top part). Installation into a slot reserved for a different module type can cause equipment damage. CAUTION Requirements ESD wrist strap Slotted screwdriver IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 105
Chapter 7 Installing modules Procedure 1. Locate the slot into which you will install the PA module. The PA installs in the top part of slots 1, 5, and 9. PA modules and RM modules pairs are installed in the top and bottom of the same vertical module slot. NOTE See Understanding module slot numbering on page 11 for more information. 2. Align the PA with the module guides in the top and bottom of the slot of the appropriate sector. Top module guide Bottom module guide 3. Use the module handle to push the PA through the module guides and into the slot until you feel it touch the backplane. 106 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Installing a Power Amplifier 4. Hand tighten the top and bottom captive screws. 5. Use a slotted screwdriver to tighten the two captive screws to secure the PA into the chassis. Tighten screws snugly, but do not overtighten them or you might strip the threads. This procedure is complete. Go to Installing a Radio Module on page 108. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 107 Chapter 7 Installing modules Installing a Radio Module This procedure explains how to install a Radio Module (RM). Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when handling modules or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Ensure that you install the RM module into the proper slot (either slot 1 bottom part, slot 5 bottom part, or slot 9 bottom part). Installation into a slot reserved for a different module type can cause equipment damage. CAUTION Requirements ESD wrist strap Slotted screwdriver Procedure 1. Locate the slot into which you will install the RM module. The RM installs in the bottom part of slots 1, 5, and 9. See Understanding module slot numbering on page 11 for more information. 108 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Installing a Radio Module 2. Open the top and bottom latches on the RM module faceplate. 3. Align the RM with the module guides in the top and bottom of the slot of the appropriate sector. 4. Push the RM into the slot until you feel it touch the backplane. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 109 Chapter 7 Installing modules 5. Simultaneously, slowly close the top and bottom latches. As you close the latches, the RM module is drawn snugly into the chassis. Be sure the RM faceplate does not overlap the PA module. An overlap prevents proper module seating. 6. Hand tighten the top and bottom captive screws. 7. Use a slotted screwdriver to tighten the two captive screws to secure the RM into the chassis. Tighten screws snugly, but do not overtighten them or you might strip the threads. This procedure is complete. Go to Connecting the RM to the PA with the RF cable on page 111. 110 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Connecting the RM to the PA with the RF cable Connecting the RM to the PA with the RF cable The transmit signal generated in the RM is sent to the PA for amplification before being transmitted. This procedure explains how to connect the RF port on the RM to the RF port on the PA module using an external cable provided by Airvana for the sector. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when performing this procedure or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Requirements ESD wrist strap Slotted screwdriver Procedure 1. Retrieve the RF cable for the sector. The cable is shipped with the modules and is labeled with its part number: 600334. 2. Examine the cable to determine which end is connected to the RM and which is connected to the PA. The cable has a natural curve to it that makes it easy to install because it makes both connectors face the same way. However, you have to be sure the right cable ends are connected to the RM and to the PA. So, hold the cable in place and compare the cable connectors to the connectors on the RM and PA modules. If the connectors do not fit, reverse the cable 180 degrees and the connectors should fit. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 111
Chapter 7 Installing modules 3. Gently press one end of the cable to the PAs RF connector. PA PA RF connector RF cable RM RF connector RM 4. Gently press the other end of the cable to the RM RF connector. 5. Use the small slotted screwdriver to tighten both screws on both connectors to secure the ends of the cable into the module connectors. Tighten snugly but do no over tighten or you can strip the threads. This procedure is complete. Go to Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit on page 113. 112 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit This procedure explains how to connect the transmit and receive signals on the Antenna Interface Unit
(AIU) to the Radio Module (RM) and to the Power Amplifier (PA) module for a single sector. The two AIU receive signals (RX0 and RX 1) are connected to the RM module and the single AIU transmit (TX) signal is connected to the PA module. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when performing this procedure or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Requirements ESD wrist strap Six cable ties 13/16 inch open ended torque wrench 5/16 inch open ended torque wrench Procedure 1. Examine the AIU. The cabinet is shipped with nine cables attached, three cables for each the sector. Each cable is labeled with its sector (alpha, beta, or gamma) and its use (TX, RX0, or RX1). for each sector, tie the three cables into a bunch with one cable tie near the AIU, and the other cable tie about two feet short of the other end. 2. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 113
Chapter 7 Installing modules 3. For each sector, thread the cable bunch between the cabinet housing and the chassis. Bring the cable bunch back in front of the modules just above the horizontal cabinet frame piece. If you are installing the alpha or beta sector, thread the cable bunch to the left. If you are installing the gamma sector, thread the cable bunch to the right. Alpha and beta sector cables threaded through cabinet housing Gamma sector cables 4. For each sector, hand attach the three sector cables to the appropriate connectors on the RM and PA modules according to their labels. Connect the TX cable to the PA TX connector. Connect the RX0 cable to the RM RX0 connector. Connect the RX1 cable to the RM RX1 connector. NOTE The cables must be attached to the correct connectors of the equipment will not work. Also, the AIUs sector cables must be attached to the correct Sector Radio Kits. The three connectors on the beta sector are in different locations than is shown in the left half of the following figure. For the beta sector, the top left connector is RX0, the top right connector is TX, and the bottom connector is RX1. 114 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Connecting the Sector Radio Kit to the Antenna Interface Unit TX Sample TX PA module RX0 RX1 Sample RX0 RX1 RM module AUI RX1 RX0 TX 5. For each sector, tighten all cable connections. a. Using a 5/16 inch open-ended torque wrench set to seven inch-pounds, tighten the three cable connections to the RM and PA. b. Using a 13/16 inch open-ended torque wrench set to seven inch-pounds, tighten the three cable connections AIU. 6. If you are not deploying any of the three sectors, remove the sectors cables from the AIU and save them or dispose of them properly. This procedure is complete. If you have not completed installation of all Sector Radio Kits in this node, you must repeat these procedures for the next Sector Radio Kit. go to Installing a Power Amplifier on page 105. If you have completed installation of all Sector Radio Kits in this node, go to Installing a Timing Frequency Unit on page 116. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 115
Chapter 7 Installing modules Installing a Timing Frequency Unit This procedure explains how to install a Timing Frequency Unit (TFU) module. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when handling modules or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Ensure that you install the TFU module into the proper slot (either slot 2 or slot 6). Installation into a slot reserved for a different module type can cause equipment damage. CAUTION Requirements ESD wrist strap Slotted screwdriver Procedure 1. Locate the slot into which you will install the TFU module. The primary TFU installs in slot 2. The redundant TFU installs in slot 6. See Understanding module slot numbering on page 11 for more information. 116 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Installing a Timing Frequency Unit 2. Open the top and bottom latches on the TFU module faceplate. Open latches TFU 3. Align the TFU module with the module guides in the top and bottom of the appropriate slot and gently push the TFU into the slot until you feel it touch the backplane. TFU IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 117 Chapter 7 Installing modules 4. Simultaneously, close the top and bottom latches and hand tighten the top and bottom captive screws. 5. Use a slotted screwdriver to tighten the two captive screws to secure the TFU module into the chassis. Tighten screws snugly, but do not overtighten them or you might strip the threads. This procedure is complete. Go to Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller on page 119. 118 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller This procedure explains how to install a Base Input Output/System Controller (BIO/SC) module. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when handling modules or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Ensure that you install the BIO/SC module into the proper slot
(either slot 3 or slot 7). Installation into a slot reserved for a different module type can cause equipment damage. CAUTION Requirements ESD wrist strap Slotted screwdriver Procedure 1. Identify the slot in which you will install the BIO/SC module. The primary BIO/SC installs in slot 3. The redundant BIO/SC installs in slot 7. See Understanding module slot numbering on page 11 for more information. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 119
Chapter 7 Installing modules 2. Open the top and bottom latches on the BIO/SC module faceplate. 3. Align the BIO/SC with the module guides in the appropriate slot. BIO/SC 120 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Installing a Base Input Output/System Controller 4. Gently push the BIO/SC until it touches the backplane. 5. Simultaneously, close the latches and hand tighten the top and bottom captive screws. 6. Use a slotted screwdriver to tighten the two captive screws to secure the BIO/SC module into the chassis. Tighten screws snugly. Do not overtighten them or you might strip the threads. This procedure is complete. Go to Installing a 1xDOM on page 122. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 121 Chapter 7 Installing modules Installing a 1xDOM This procedure explains how to install a 1xDOM module. Be sure you have read and understood Understanding the module installation process on page 104 before continuing. Wear an ESD strap and plug it into the ESD jack in the AIU when handling modules or equipment damage can occur. See Figure 9 on page 18. WRIST STRAP Ensure that you install the 1xDOM module into the proper slot
(either slot 4 or slot 8). Installing a 1xDOM module into a slot reserved for a different module type can cause equipment damage. CAUTION Requirements ESD wrist strap Slotted screwdriver Procedure 1. Identify the slot in which you will install the 1xDOM module. The primary 1xDOM installs in slot 4. The redundant 1xDOM installs in slot 8. See Understanding module slot numbering on page 11 for more information. 122 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Installing a 1xDOM 2. Open the top and bottom latches on the 1xDOM module faceplate. 3. Align the 1xDOM with the module guides in the appropriate slot and gently push the module into the chassis until it touches the backplane. Be careful inserting this module. Take care to avoid collisions with neighboring modules that could damage either module. NOTE BIO/SC IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 123 Chapter 7 Installing modules 4. Simultaneously, close the latches and hand tighten the top and bottom captive screws. Close top and bottom latches Hand tighten captive screws 5. Use a slotted screwdriver to tighten the two captive screws to secure the TFU module into the chassis. Tighten screws snugly, but do not overtighten them or you might strip the threads. This procedure is complete. If you still have a Digital Module Kit to install, go to Installing a Timing Frequency Unit on page 116. Otherwise, go to Powering the node on page 126. 124 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Chapter 8 Applying primary power About this chapter Now that physical installation is complete, this chapter explains how to power on the IP-RN 8000. This chapter contains a single section:
Powering the node on page 126. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 125
Chapter 8 Applying primary power Powering the node This procedure explains how to power on the IP-RN 8000. Requirements None Procedure 1. Ensure all switches on the Power Distribution Unit (PDU) are flipped to the right and are set to the OFF position. For information about the switches on the power distribution unit, see Understanding the Power Distribution Unit on page 27. 2. Ensure the external circuit breaker controlling power flow on the cabinets circuit is closed, enabling power flow. 3. Flip the Main Power switch to the left to turn power ON. The Main Power LED lights green. At this point main power is on but you have not turned on power to the heat exchanger or the fans. Do not leave the IP-RN 8000 in this condition for more than a few minutes or over heating could result. Be sure you continue with the power on procedure without delay. WARNING 4. Flip the ALRM switch to the left to power ON the alarm panel. 5. Flip the HXCH switch to the left to turn power ON for the heat exchanger. As the heat exchanger initializes, LEDs on the heat exchanger on the inside front door blink. 6. Flip the FANS switch to the left to power ON power for the fans. 7. On each PA installed, flip the Power switch up to turn on power for the PA. 8. Flip the CHAS switch to the left to power ON the chassis. This switch controls power flow to all modules. Each modules Power LED illuminates green. If any of the LEDs do not illuminate as expected, contact Airvana. This procedure is complete. Go to Understanding the commissioning process on page 128. 126 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 9 Commissioning process About this chapter This chapter explains the main steps to follow when commissioning the IP-RN 8000. This chapter contains the following sections:
Understanding the commissioning process on page 128 Understanding commissioning requirements on page 129 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 127
Chapter 9 Commissioning process Understanding the commissioning process This process explains the steps to follow when commissioning the IP-RN 8000. Each step consists of one or more procedures that must be performed in order and to completion before proceeding with the next step. 1. Understanding commissioning A list of the materials, scripts, and information you need to commission the node. See Understanding commissioning requirements on page 129. See Understanding the scripting process on page 146 in Chapter 12, Running the commissioning script. 2. Establishing a serial CLI link to the node Create a CLI/serial connection from the laptop and the node. See Understanding the CLI connection process on page 132 in Chapter 10, Establishing CLI connections. 3. Optionally updating node software Ensure the node is running the correct software release and, if necessary, update the software release. See Understanding the software update process on page 140 in Chapter 11, Updating node software. 4. Running the commissioning script Configure the node to the normal operating configuration by running the commissioning script provided by the network planner. See Running the commissioning script on page 145 in Chapter 12, Running the commissioning script. 5. Performing backhaul loopback tests Reboot the node to enter diagnostics mode and perform backhaul loopback tests. See Chapter 13, Loopback testing backhaul links 6. Measuring and calibrating transmit power See Understanding the transmit power calibration process on page 170 in Chapter 14, Calibrating transmit power. 7. Completing commissioning Ensure the node is operational and prepare the cell site for the technicians departure. See Understanding the commissioning completion process on page 188 in Chapter 15, Completing commissioning. This procedure is complete. Commissioning is complete. This is the end of the installation and commissioning process. 128 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding commissioning requirements Understanding commissioning requirements Requirements Installation must be complete Commissioning cannot be performed until installation is complete. See Understanding installation and commissioning on page 40. Other requirements Commissioning requires the following:
A laptop running at least Microsoft Windows 98 Terminal emulation software, such as HyperTerminal Serial cable with male DB-9 connector for attachi ng to the female DB-9 on the BIO/SC side and a connector on the laptop side that is correct or the laptops serial port For information on the DB-9 pin-out, see Table 35 on page 196. The commissioning script must have been created by network planning personnel and must have been provided to the field technician. The commissioning script comprehensively configures the node for normal operations. Power meter to test and set RF transmission power during commissioning with connector/adapter appropriate for the antenna cables exiting the Rox System cabinet seal. 30 dB attenuator pad 30 dB attenuator pad with connector appropriate for antenna jumper cable rated for a maximum of 50 watts A power splitter to split the transmit signal for use by the power meter and the AT, with appropriate cables and connector adapters 1xEV-DO access terminal (AT) Software update requirements If the field technician is going to change the software release running on the node, the following are also required:
FTP client software (included with Windows 98 and later operating systems) to transfer the software release to the node. The BIO/SC software contains an FTP server that is also used to transfer the release. The laptop must have an Ethernet network interface card (NIC). The software is transferred to the node over the Ethernet. A cross-over ethernet cable with standard RJ-45 connectors. The cross over cable is required to connect the laptop Ethernet port directly to the BIO/SC craft Ethernet port without going through an Ethernet switch. If you bring an Ethernet switch, then two straight-through Ethernet cables are also required (laptop to switch, and switch to BIO/SC). The technician must know how to configure the IP address of the laptop Ethernet NIC. IP must be configured on the laptop Ethernet NIC and on the BIO/SC craft Ethernet port in order to use FTP to transfer the software release from the laptop to the BIO/SC. The software release that is transferred on to the node IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 129
Chapter 9 Commissioning process 130 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 10 Establishing CLI connections About this chapter This chapter explains how to establish CLI connections with node and contains the following:
Understanding the CLI connection process on page 132 Understanding CLI/serial connections on page 132 Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135 Understanding craft Ethernet connection to the node on page 133 Configuring IP on the craft Ethernet and laptop on page 137 Establishing the CLI/telnet/Ethernet connection on page 138 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 131
Chapter 10 Establishing CLI connections Understanding the CLI connection process This section explains the process for making a CLI connection. 1. Understanding CLI options See Understanding CLI/serial connections on page 132. 2. Establishing a CLI /serial link with the node A serial link for CLI node management is created from the laptop to the node. See Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135. 3. Optionally establishing a CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet session with the node. CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet is required when you need multiple simultaneous CLI sessions with the node. a. Configuring IP on the craft Ethernet and laptop on page 137 b. Establishing the CLI/telnet/Ethernet connection on page 138 This procedure is complete. Understanding CLI/serial connections The command line interface (CLI) enables text-based, command-oriented management of the IP-RN 8000. The CLI can be accessed in three ways:
CLI/serial Direct connection to the craft serial port on the BIO/SC, RM, and TFU module serial craft ports CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet A laptops Ethernet adap ter is connected to the craft Ethernet port on the BIO/SC module, IP is configured on the laptop on the craft Ethernet, and a telnet session provides CLI access. CLI/telnet/backhaul When the node is fully configured and functional backhaul links, you can telnet to the nodes node IP address from anyplace on the IP network. CLI/serial CLI/serial is the simplest form of CLI connection. It is only available when you are local to the serial port. This form of CLI connection is required during initial phases of commissioning. For example, you must use CLI/serial to set the craft Ethernet IP address if you then want to use CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet. You can only have a single CLI/serial connection to a node at a time when using CLI/serial. CLI/serial connection requires a cable to link the serial craft port on the network element to a serial port (typically a COM port) on a laptop or other device. Launch a terminal emulation program on the laptop (such as Hyperterminal) and configure the communications settings appropriately (see Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135). CLI/serial on redundant systems CLI/serial connection is made by connecting a laptop running terminal emulation software to the serial port on the BIO/SC module. Redundant systems have two BIO/SC modules. In almost all cases, you should plug the serial cable into the active BIO/SC module. You can tell which BIO/SC module is active by examining the LEDs on the BIO/SC modules. See Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module on page 22. 132 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding craft Ethernet connection to the node When configuring the node from the active BIO/SC module, all configurations apply to the entire node. However, there are some cases where you need to plug the serial cable into the serial port on the inactive BIO/SC module. For example, if the node uses Ethernet backhauls, the only way to loopback test the Ethernet link associated with the inactive module is to plug the serial cable into the serial port on the inactive BIO/SC module. CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet is made by connecting an Ethernet adapter on your laptop to the Ethernet craft port on the BIO/SC module, either directly using a cross over cable or through a switch or hub using straight through cables. You must configure appropriate IP addresses and masks on the BIO/SC Ethernet port (using CLI/serial) and on the laptop Ethernet port. Then you launch telnet and open a CLI session with the node using the node IP address or the craft Ethernet IP address. Because you can open multiple CLI sessions at a time using telnet, this method is required during certain phases of the commissioning procedure. CLI/telnet/backhaul CLI/telnet/backhaul is made through the existing backhaul network. This assumes a normally operating network with backhaul links that are up and running and IP addressing that is fully configured and correct. You can open a telnet session with the nodes node IP address from any location support by the IP network design. Understanding craft Ethernet connection to the node The BIO/SC module has two craft ports:
Female DB-9 for serial connections RJ-45 Ethernet For information about BIO/SC craft ports, see Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module on page 22. There are two ways to connect a laptop Ethernet to the BIO/SC craft Ethernet (see Figure 21):
Directly using a cross-over cable Indirectly using an Ethernet switch and two straight-through cables IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 133
Chapter 10 Establishing CLI connections IP-RN 8000 BIO/SC module Craft Ethernet Cross-over cable IP-RN 8000 BIO/SC module Craft Ethernet Ethernet switch Straight-through cables Figure 21 Two craft Ethernet connectivity options 134 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Establishing the CLI/serial connection Establishing the CLI/serial connection This procedure explains how to connect the laptops COM port to the active BIO/SCs craft serial port and how to start the CLI/serial session. It is assumed the IP-RN 8000 is powered on. Requirements A laptop running at least Microsoft Windows 98 The laptop must have either sufficient batteries to run throughout the commissioning process or it must have a power source and appropriate power adapter Terminal emulation software, such as Hy perterminal, which comes with Windows Serial cable with male DB-9 connector for attachi ng to the female DB-9 on the BIO/SC side and a connector on the laptop side that is appropriate for the laptops serial port Procedure 1. Open the PC shelf on the inside of the front door and place the laptop securely on the shelf. See Opening the PC shelf on page 201. 2. Boot up the laptop. 3. Retrieve the CLI cable. 4. Determine which BIO/SC module is active. If there is only a single BIO/SC installed, it is installed in slot 3 and is active. If there are two BIO/SC modules installed, check the ACTIVE LEDs to determine which one is active and which is standby. See Understanding the Base Input Output/System Controller module on page 22. Typically the primary BIO/SC module in slot 3 is the active module and the redundant BIO/SC module in slot 7 is the standby module. 5. Plug the male DB-9 end of the serial cable into the female DB-9 craft port on the active BIO/SC module. 6. Plug the other end of the serial cable into the COM port of the laptop. DB-9 connector BIO/SC Connect to laptop COM port Connect to DB-9 serial port on active BIO/SC IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 135
Chapter 10 Establishing CLI connections 7. Launch the terminal emulation program. You can use HyperTerminal, which comes with windows, or any terminal emulation program of your choice. 8. Open a terminal connection as appropriate for the terminal emulation software. 9. Configure the terminal connection parameters as shown in Table . Table 22 Terminal settings for CLI/serial connection Setting Terminal emulation type Bits per second (BAUD) Data bits Parity Stop bits Flow control Value VT220 or VT100 38400 8 None 1 None If you are establishing CLI/serial connection the craft serial ports on the RM or TFU modules, you must set the Bits per second to 112500. NOTE 10. Press <ENTER> on the laptop. The CLI command prompt displays as follows:
AIRVANA-03>
This procedure is complete. 136 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Configuring IP on the craft Ethernet and laptop Configuring IP on the craft Ethernet and laptop This procedure explains how to configure IP addressing so that you can use FTP to transfer the new release from the laptop Ethernet to the node over the active BIO/SC Ethernet craft port. This procedure requires an active CLI/serial connection to the active BIO/SC. 1. Enter the following commands to set the IP address on the Ethernet craft port of the active BIO/SC:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#interface ethernet1/3/2 AIRVANA-03(config-if)#ip address 10.0.0.1/24 AIRVANA-03(config-if)#no shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-if)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit NOTE ethernet1/3/2 identifies th e craft Ethernet interface on the BIO/SC in slot 3 as follows: The 1 means this node. The 3 means slot 3. The 2 means craft Ethernet. This IP address and mask and the IP address and mask configured in the next step form a subnet. You can use any two IP addresses that are in the same subnet. 2. Enter the following IP configuration into the Ethernet network interface card (NIC) on your laptop:
IP address: 10.0.0.2 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Default gateway: no default gateway is required leave it blank. Airvana does not specify the laptop operating system and cannot specify the exact steps you need to take to configure the IP information for the Ethernet NIC. NOTE This procedure is complete. Go to Establishing the CLI/telnet/Ethernet connection on page 138. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 137
Chapter 10 Establishing CLI connections Establishing the CLI/telnet/Ethernet connection This procedure explains how to physically connect the laptop to the node through the craft Ethernet Requirements Either a cross-over RJ-45 Ethernet cable Or two straight-through Ethernet RJ-45 cables and an Ethernet switch with a power supply Procedure 1. Plug one end of your RJ-45 cable into the craft Ethernet port on the active BIO/SC module. The Active LED is lit on the BIO/SC module. (On non-redundant systems there is only a single BIO/SC module and it is always active.) For information about the LEDs on the BIO/SC module, see Understanding the Base Input Output/
System Controller module on page 22. If you are using a cross-over RJ-45 cable and no Ethernet switch to connect the laptop to the node:
2. a. Plug the free end of the cable into the laptop Ethernet. b. Skip step 3 and go to step 4. 3. If you are using two straight-through cables and an Ethernet switch to connect the laptop to the node:
a. Connect the free end of the cable into a switch port b. Connect one end of the second cable into another switch port c. Connect the free end of the second cable into the laptop Ethernet port d. Power on the Ethernet switch. The switch LED for the Ethernet port lights indicating an operational Ethernet link. 4. On the laptop, open a telnet session to the node using the nodes craft Ethernet IP address (or to the IP address of another Airvana device, for example the IP-RNC 8500 to which this node is homed), as follows:
a. Open a command prompt window on the laptop by clicking Start Run, entering CMD and clicking OK. b. At the command prompt in the new command window, type telnet <IPaddress>, where
<IPaddress> is the IP address you configured for the BIO/SC craft Ethernet using the CLI/
serial connection (or the IP address of another Airvana device, such as the management IP address of an IP-RNC 8500). The following displays indicating a CLI/telnet session is active:
AIRVANA-03>
This procedure is complete. Go to Updating node software on page 139 or Chapter 12, Running the commissioning script as appropriate. 138 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Chapter 11 Updating node software About this chapter This chapter describes how to check the nodes software release version and optionally update it. This chapter contains the following sections:
Understanding the software update process on page 140 Checking the active release and free disk space on page 140 Transferring the node software from the laptop to the node on page 142 Activating the release on page 144 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 139
Chapter 11 Updating node software Understanding the software update process The process explains how to check the version of the nodes currently executing software release, how to transfer a new release to the node, and how to reboot the node using the new release. 1. Checking the current release and free disk space This is optional and may not need to be performed during installation for some nodes. Consult your network planner. See Checking the active release and free disk space on page 140. 2. Transferring the new release to the node The new release is transferred over the IP/Ethernet connection using FTP. See Transferring the node software from the laptop to the node on page 142. 3. Activating the new release The node is reset using the new release. See Activating the release on page 144. This procedure is complete. This process is complete. Go to Running the commissioning script on page 145. Checking the active release and free disk space This procedure explains how to use the CLI to check the currently active software release on the node, how to check the amount of free disk space on the node, and how to delete files if more free space is needed before transferring a new release to the node. It is assumed you have an active CLI session. This procedure is unnecessary if you are not intending to update the nodes software release version. The nodes software release version can be updated later from a centralized location using AirVista or CLI/telnet. NOTE Requirements A CLI/serial connection to the node. See Establishing CLI connections on page 131. 140 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Checking the active release and free disk space Procedure 1. Enter the show version command as follows:
AIRVANA-03>show version The CLI output displays the currently executing release. Make note of whether you need to update the release. 2. Use the shell command to enter the CLI shell as follows:
AIRVANA-03>shell The following prompt displays:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>
3. Enter the ls command to check how much free space there is on the nodes disk as follows:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>ls The following displays with data values as appropriate for the node. Note the Free MBytes at the bottom. This indicates the amount of free space on the disk. size date time name
32768 May 23 14:43 active/
32768 May 23 14:18 images/
511 May 15 15:23 config.bin 32768 May 23 14:49 logs/
32768 May 20 12:56 backup/
32768 Apr 10 07:52 dcbackup/
524288 May 13 21:18 leofs 4. Free MBytes 38136 If there is less than 30 Mbytes free, use the xrm command as follows to delete all files in the disk0:/images directory:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>xrm images The following displays, indicating the files being deleted from the c:\images directory. deleting file images/rn8500.2.0.0.tar deleting file images/version.txt
... 5. Enter the exit command to leave the shell and return to the normal CLI prompt. The following prompt displays:
AIRVANA-03>
This procedure is complete. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 141 Chapter 11 Updating node software Transferring the node software from the laptop to the node This procedure explains how to use FTP to transfer the new software release from the laptop to the node over the IP/Ethernet connection. The software release must be on the laptop. Requirements An CLI/telnet/craft Ethernet connection from the laptop to the node of the BIO/SC craft Ethernet. See Configuring IP on the craft Ethernet and laptop on page 137 See Establishing the CLI/telnet/Ethernet connection on page 138 This procedure requires a working IP connection from the laptop Ethernet to the BIO/SC craft Ethernet port. It does not actually require a CLI/telnet connection. Follow both procedures listed above with the exception of launching the talent session (the second part of the second procedure). NOTE Procedure 1. On the laptop, open a command line window:
a. Select Start > Run b. Type cmd in the text box c. Click the OK button The command line application window opens and the command prompt displays as follows:
C:\>
2. Launch the Windows FTP client in the command line window by entering the following C:\>ftp The following command prompt displays:
ftp>
3. Open an FTP connection with the node by entering the following:
ftp>open 10.0.0.1 The following displays:
Connected to 10.0.0.1:
220 VxWorks (5.4) FTP server ready User (<IP ADDRESS):(none)):
4. Press the <ENTER> key. The following displays:
Password required:
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Transferring the node software from the laptop to the node 5. Press the <Enter> key. The following displays:
ftp>
6. Enter the following to enable hash mark printing. ftp>hash 7. Enter the following to change the FTP directory on the node to the images directory:
ftp>cd images The following displays:
ftp>Hash mark printing On ftp: (2048 bytes/hash mark). Now, FTP will output a number sign (#) to the DOS FTP command prompt for every 2048 bytes transferred. This enables you to watch the progress of the file transfer. 8. Enter the following to change the FTP file transfer mode to binary:
ftp>binary You are now ready to transfer the software release from the laptop to the node. 9. Enter the following to transfer the release from the laptop to the node disk0:/images directory:
ftp>put <path and release filename>
Where <path and release filename> is the complete path and filename for the release on your laptop. For example, if the release is in the c:\releases\IPRN8000\ directory and if the release filename is rn.2.0.0.tar, enter the following ftp>put c:\releases\IPRN8000\rn.2.0.0.tar FTP displays a long series of hash marks (###########...) indicating the file transfer is progressing. The following displays to indicate a successful file transfer:
(line #): Transfer completed The release is now on the node in the following directory: disk0:/images This procedure is complete. Go to Activating the release on page 144 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 143 Chapter 11 Updating node software Activating the release This procedure explains how to use the activate command to make the release you just transferred to the node the current running release. This procedure assumes you have an active CLI/serial connection to the active BIO/SC module. 1. Enter the following commands to enter Global Configuration Mode in the CLI:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure 2. Enter the following command to reset the node using the software release you just transferred to the node:
AIRVANA-03(config)#activate image <release> reboot Where <release> is the filename of the release that was transferred to the node. For example:
AIRVANA-03(config)#activate image rn.2.0.0.tar reboot This command:
Copies the previous release (rn.2.0.0. tar) into the disk0:/backup directory Extracts the rn.2.0.0.0.tar releas e into the disk0:/active directory Reboots the node using the 2.0.0.0 release This step takes about four minutes to complete. If you also need to update the boot code, add the updateboot switch to the command as follows:
activate image <release> reboot updateboot. NOTE This procedure is complete. Go to Chapter 12, Running the commissioning script. 144 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script About this chapter This chapter describes how to run the commissioning script to configure the node for normal operations. This chapter contains the following sections:
Understanding the scripting process on page 146 Initializing the node to receive a file with kermit on page 147 Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element on page 148 Verifying the script file is on the node on page 154 Running the script on page 155 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 145
Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script Understanding the scripting process This process explains all steps and procedures to follow when transferring a script to a node and running the script. 1. Understanding scripts and script transfer options This procedure explains how to use the kermit protocol over a serial link to the node to transfer the script file to the node. This is the simplest method. However, you can also use FTP to the node if you have an IP connection. See Understanding scripts on page 146. See Understanding script transfer options on page 147. Initializing the node to receive the script file with kermit Using CLI, enter the node shell and prepare the node to receive the file from the laptop over the serial connection using the kermit protocol. See Initializing the node to receive a file with kermit on page 147. Initializing the laptop and transmitting the script file with kermit 2. 3. Launch HyperTerminal and send the file using the kermit protocol. See Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element on page 148 4. Verifying the script file is on the node Verify the script file was transferred to the node. See Verifying the script file is on the node on page 154. 5. Running the script file on the node Run the script file on the node to update the nodes operating configuration See Running the script on page 155. This procedure is complete. Understanding scripts Scripts are collections of CLI commands stored in a text file. The script is created by centralized network planners and provided to the installer/commissioner. The script is transferred to the node using Hyperterminal (or any application that supports the kermit file transfer protocol) or FTP and executed with the CLI copy command to update the nodes operating configuration. The write command should occur at the beginning of the script to copy the current configuration to disk. If there is an error during script execution and you reboot the network element, the configuration is restored. 146 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding script transfer options Understanding script transfer options There are two ways files can be transferred to a node:
Through the BIO/SC craft serial port using the kermit protocol Through the craft Ethernet or the backhaul using FTP There are typically two types of files you need to transfer to the node:
A software release for upgrading node operating software A script file for updating the operating configuration of the node Which method is used depends on the following considerations:
Serial link requires less configuration The kermit over the serial connection requires less configuration than FTP. No connection to the craft Ethernet is required, and no configuration of IP addresses is required. All that is required is a serial cable connecting the laptop COM port to the BIO/SC craft serial port. However, if you already have an IP connection to the node, then FTP is a straightforward and convenient way to transfer either script files or software releases to the node. Remote file transfer requires FTP The serial link can only be used if you are at the same physical location as the node. If you are not at the same physical location, you can transfer files using FTP. Use FTP to transfer large files such as software releases Large files such as software releases should be transferred to the node using FTP through the craft Ethernet or through the backhaul because it can take hours to transfer such large files through the serial port. Initializing the node to receive a file with kermit This procedure explains how to initialize the node to receive a file transmitted from a laptop connected over a serial connection using the kermit protocol. The script file must be transferred to the node before it can be executed on the node. This procedure assumes you have an operational CLI connection to the active BIO/SC module. For information, see Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135. You must also have the script file on your laptop. 1. Use shell to change to the command line shell as follows:
AIRVANA-03>shell The following prompt displays:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>
2. Use ls to check whether the config directory exists:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>ls IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 147
Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script 3. Examine the output from the ls command. If there is no config directory, create the config directory by entering the following:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>mkdir config 4. Move to the config directory by entering the following:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:/)>cd config The following displays:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:config)>
5. Prepare the node to use kermit to receive the file by entering the following:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:config)>kermit receive <filename>
Where <filename> is the name you want the script file to have after it is received on the node through kermit. This is not necessarily the same file name that the script file has on the laptop. The CLI is now locked waiting to receive a file. Now you must prepare the laptop and transmit the script file using kermit. This procedure is complete. Go to Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element on page 148. Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element This procedure explains how to transmit a script file from the laptop to a node that is already initialized to receive the file using kermit over the serial connection using kermit. 1. Launch HyperTerminal. On the laptop on, click Windows Start Programs Accessories Communications HyperTerminal. The click sequence to launch Hyperterminal is different on different versions of Windows. NOTE 148 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element The following splash screen displays while HyperTerminal launches:
After a few seconds, the splash screen is replaced by the following:
IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 149 Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script 2. Enter a name for the connection, for example: ScriptFileTransferOverSerial and click OK. By entering a name for this connection, you can optionally save the connection and open it later without having to re-enter the connection parameters. After clicking OK, the following window displays:
3. Ensure the proper COM port is selected in the Connect using pull down selection list. The correct COM port is the one to which you have connected the serial cable. 150 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element 4. Click OK and the following COM1 properties window displays:
In the Bits per second pull down selection list, select 38400. a. b. Ensure the Data bits selection is 8. c. Ensure the Parity selection is None. d. Ensure the Stop bits selection is 1. e. f. Click OK to close the COM Properties window. In the Flow control pull down selection list, select None. 5. Open the Send File window. Select Transfer Send File... IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 151 Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script The following displays:
6. Click the Browse... button to find the script file to transfer, or, in the Filename text box, enter the path and file name of the script file. 152 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Transmitting a script from a laptop to the network element 7. In the Protocol pull down selection list, select Kermit. 8. Click the Send button to send the designated script file to the node. This procedure is complete. The script file is now transferred to the node. The next step is to return to the node CLI shell and confirm the script file is on the node. Go to Verifying the script file is on the node on page 154. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 153 Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script Verifying the script file is on the node This procedure explains how to verify the script file has been transferred successfully to the node and how to leave the command shell. 1. Look at the CLI output. If the kermit file transfer failed, an error message displays. If it has failed, attempt the transfer again by going to Initializing the node to receive a file with kermit on page 147. 2. Check the contents of the disk0:/config directory with the ls command to see whether the script file is present as follows:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:config)>ls The list of files in the directory is displayed with the size of each file. Ensure the script file you transferred is present and has a file size greater than 0. Note that the file name is the name you entered in the CLI command kermit receive
<filename>, not the file name of the file before it was transmitted from the laptop. If the file is not present, attempt the transfer again by going to Initializing the node to receive a file with kermit on page 147. 3. Use the exit command to leave the command shell and return to the normal CLI prompt, as follows:
AIRVANA-03(shell)(disk0:config)>exit The following prompt displays:
AIRVANA-03>
This procedure is complete. Go to Running the script on page 155. 154 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Running the script Running the script This procedure explains how to run a configuration script. 1. Use the enable command to enter the privileged EXEC mode, as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable The CLI prompt changes to the Privilege EXEC prompt, as follows:
AIRVANA-03#
2. Run the commissioning script by using the CLI copy command to copy it to system:running-config, as follows:
AIRVANA-03#copy disk0:/config/<scriptFileName> system:running-config where:
copy is the CLI copy command disk0:/config/ specifies the required path to the script
<scriptFileName> is the name of the script file system:running-config is the required destination file name Always specify system:running-config as the destination file when using the CLI copy command to run the commissioning script. Running a configuration script changes the nodes current configuration and can be service disrupting. WARNING For example: copy disk0:/config/nodea.txt system:running-config The node runs the commissioning script you specified. When the script finishes executing, the CLI displays the script done message, as follows:
AIRVANA-03#script done If the script fails to execute successfully or encounters errors, the CLI displays an appropriate error messages and the script stops running at the point where the faulty CLI command tried to execute. 3. Return to the base command prompt by typing exit followed by the <ENTER> key twice times, as follows:
AIRVANA-03#exit AIRVANA-03>
This procedure is complete. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 155
Chapter 12 Running the commissioning script 156 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links About this chapter This chapter describes how to perform loopback tests on each backhaul cable and contains the following sections:
Understanding the backhaul link loopback test process on page 158 Understanding backhaul loopback testing on page 159 Understanding a typical T1/E1 backhaul network on page 160 Understanding Ethernet loopbacks on page 160 Looping back T1/E1 backhaul links on page 161 Looping back Ethernet backhaul links on page 162 Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters on page 163 Performing external loopback tests on backhaul links on page 164 Troubleshooting failed backhaul links on page 166 Removing physical loopbacks on page 168 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 157
Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links Understanding the backhaul link loopback test process This process explains the steps you should follow for performing loop back tests. Loopback testing each backhaul link is recommended to ensure correct installation and operation at the physical layer. 1. Understanding the backhaul loopback process This section explains the T1/E1 loopback testing process. See Understanding backhaul loopback testing on page 159. See Understanding a typical T1/E1 backhaul network on page 160. See Understanding Ethernet loopbacks on page 160. Install external loopbacks on each backhaul cable 2. If the backhaul cables are T1 or E1, go to Looping back T1/E1 backhaul links on page 161 If the backhaul link(s) are Ethernet, go to Looping back Ethernet backhaul links on page 162 3. Preparing for loopback tests Enter CLI diagnostic mode and configure the test parameters. See Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters on page 163. 4. Running loopback tests on each backhaul Perform the loopback test for all backhaul links. See Performing external loopback tests on backhaul links on page 164. 5. Troubleshooting failed backhaul link(s) Take additional steps to troubleshoot and correct any backhaul link(s) that failed the external loopback tests. See Troubleshooting failed backhaul links on page 166. 6. Removing physical loopbacks The external loops at the far end of all cables must be removed. See Removing physical loopbacks on page 168 This procedure is complete. You must complete the commissioning. Go to Understanding the commissioning completion process on page 188. 158 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Understanding backhaul loopback testing Understanding backhaul loopback testing Loopback testing each backhaul link verifies the backhaul installation was performed correctly and verifies physical layer operation before the technician leaves the site. During manufacturing the backhaul interfaces are loopback tested to the punch block, ensuring all internal components function properly. Loopback testing during installation can be performed to verify the correct wiring into the punch block and the external physical infrastructure. The loop back testing described here does not include backhaul circuits, only physical layer functionality at the cell site. Backhaul circuits must undergo end-to-end testing and acceptance at the time they are brought up by the service provider. NOTE The extent of the loopback test (the amount of equipment and cabling that is tested) depends on where the physical loop back is installed. The farther away from the node the loop back is installed, the greater the extent of the test. Ethernet loopbacks cannot be installed at the far side of a router, switch, FRAD, or other edge device. NOTE Airvana recommends installing the loopback at least as far as the far end of each backhaul cable exiting the cabinet. Installation at that point includes the backhaul cables wiring into the backhaul punch block and the backhaul cable itself. Maximum cable lengths must be considered when installing loopbacks. Loopbacks double the length of a cable (the cable length now equals the outgoing leg plus the return leg, or twice the physical cable length). Failure to consider this factor can result in failed loopback tests for cables that are flawless. NOTE The technician must have appropriate equipment and materials for installing and performing loopbacks. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 159 Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links Understanding a typical T1/E1 backhaul network Figure 22 shows a typical network in which T1s/E1s are used for backhaul link(s). 1 to 4 T1s/E1s Carrier demarcation point IP-RN 8000 DSX DSX Router TDM backhaul Backhaul punch block Ethernet RNC PDSN External test: T1/E1 loopback to carrier demarcation point Internet Figure 22 A typical T1/E1 backhaul network using DSXs (digital cross connects, T1/E1 multiplexors, or similar) Understanding Ethernet loopbacks Like the T1/E1 loopback test, the Ethernet loopback test has two parts:
Physically loopback the Ethernet Run the loopback test The loopback can be done externally on the cable by physically connecting the receive wires (RXs) to the transmit wires (TXs). The loopback can also be done internally on the hardware transceiver chip. Looping back internally on the transceiver chip only tests limited hardware functionality and does not test the cable connection or the punch down block. Looping back externally tests more. The Ethernet loopback test is not a standard function of Ethernet but is a value-added proprietary feature. 160 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Looping back T1/E1 backhaul links Looping back T1/E1 backhaul links This section explains options for installing physical loopbacks when T1 or E1 backhaul link(s) are deployed at the cell site. Because Airvana does not specify the external T1/E1 equipment used at cell sites, some details of looping back the T1/E1 cables are site-dependent. Depending on the equipment deployed at the site at the time of loopback testing, the location of the installed physical loopback will vary. (See also Understanding backhaul loopback testing on page 159.) The technique used to create the loopback will also vary depending on installed third-party equipment. NOTE Physical loopbacks are created by physically connecting the positive transmit wire to the positive receive wire and connecting the negative transmit wire to the negative receive wire. Loopbacks must be installed on each and every T1/
E1 backhaul cable. 1. If the backhaul cables that exit the cabinet are connected to a DSX (or an equivalent type of equipment), the physical loopback should be installed on the IP-RN 8000 side of the DSX (or equivalent of equipment). Use methods and materials to install the loopback that are appropriate to the third-party equipment. DSX Cross connects Carrier side IP-RN 8000 side TX positive TX negative A T1/E1 RX positive RX negative Install physical loopbacks 2. If the T1/ E1 backhaul cables exiting the cabinet hang free at the far end, build a physical loopback appropriate to the cable type and install it at the far end of the cable. Maximum cable lengths must be considered when installing loopbacks. Loopbacks double the length of a cable (the outgoing leg along the cable and the return leg). Failure to consider this factor can result in failed loopback tests for cables that are flawless. NOTE This procedure is complete. Go to Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters on page 163. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 161
Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links Looping back Ethernet backhaul links This section explains how to install the physical loopbacks when Ethernet backhaul links are used. If the Ethernet backhaul cable is connected to a patch panel (or another passive, pass-through device), you can install the loopback at the far side of it and thereby include the patch panel in the test. You cannot loopback the Ethernet at the far side of most network devices, including switches, routers, and FRADS. NOTE Because Airvana does not specify the Ethernet cable/connector types, the details of looping back the Ethernet cables are site-dependent. Typically, Ethernet backhaul cables installed into the backhaul punch block have an RJ-45 jack at the far-end. This section provides the pin-out for the RJ-45 jack. NOTE Physical loopbacks are created by physically connecting the positive transmit wire to the positive receive wire and connecting the negative transmit wire to the negative receive wire. Loopbacks must be installed on all Ethernet backhaul cables. There is one Ethernet backhaul cable on non-redundant systems; there are two on redundant systems. 1. If the Ethernet at the point of the loopback installation has an RJ-45 connector on the far end, build a loopback jack using the pin-out in Table 23. Table 23 RJ-45 Ethernet pin out for loopback RJ-45 wire Description For loopback... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2. 3. transmit, positive transmit, negative receive, positive unused unused connect to wire 3 connect to wire 6 connect to wire 1 receive, negative connect to wire 2 unused unused If the Ethernet backhaul(s) have a different connector, build a loopback jack as appropriate. Install the loopback connectors onto the far end of each Ethernet cable. 162 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters This procedure is complete. Go to Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters on page 163. Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters This procedure explains how to initiate a hard reset and use the CLI to enter diagnostics mode, and how to configure the diagnostics mode for E1 links, if E1 backhaul links are deployed (see step 4). It is assumed that you already have a CLI link to the node through the serial port on the active BIO/SC module. (See Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135.) Requirements No tools or materials are required. Procedure 1. Ensure the CLI session is active by pressing the <ENTER> key on your CLI laptop. A new command prompt appears indicating the session is active. If the session is not active, see Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135. 2. Use the reset command to reboot the node as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#reset This causes the node to reboot and to run hardware diagnostics. After hardware diagnostics run, a diagnostics countdown occurs. This countdown enables you to enter diagnostics mode by pressing the <SPACE BAR> key three times during the countdown. The countdown numbers are transmitted out the serial port and are visible in your CLI session. 3. During the countdown, press any the <SPACE BAR> key three times . This causes the RN to enter diagnostics node. Loopback test commands are only available in diagnostics mode. The diagnostic mode command prompt is BIOSC_3>
Where 3 is the slot number. If the backhaul links are E1, enter the following three commands to configure the E1 diagnostic mode:
4. BIOSC_3>writeee 7FF 02 BIOSC_3>writeee 100 0 BIOSC_3>reset Resetting the node causes another reboot. You must enter the diagnostics mode by pressing the
<SPACE BAR> key three times during that countdown as you did in step 3 in order to stay in diagnostics mode and to continue with loopback testing. This procedure is complete. Go to Performing external loopback tests on backhaul links on page 164. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 163 Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links Performing external loopback tests on backhaul links This procedure explains how to perform loopback tests on backhaul links. It is assumed an external loopback has already been installed on each backhaul. (See Looping back T1/E1 backhaul links on page 161 and Looping back Ethernet backhaul links on page 162). A CLI session must be active. (See Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 135.) The node must be in diagnostic mode. (See Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters on page 163.) If the backhaul is T1 or E1, diagnostic parameters must have been set. (See Entering diagnostic mode and configuring test parameters on page 163.) 1. Enter the CLI command to start the loopback test. The command is: commsend <number of tests> <ports>
Where:
<number of tests> specifies the number times each port is to be tested. The valid range is between (0 100000).
<ports> specifies the names of the ports to be tested. See Table 24. Table 24 Specifying the backhaul links to be tested
<ports>
Indicates the following ports to be tested T1 T2 T3 T4 The first T1 or E1 backhaul The second T1 or E1 backhaul The third T1 or E1 backhaul The fourth T1 or E1 backhaul FENET1 The primary Ethernet backhaul For example, the following command would start the loopback test for a system with two E1 backhaul links: commsend 10 T1 T2 NOTE If your node uses two Ethernet backhaul links (a primary and a redundant), you need to check them separately. First, establish a CLI connection with the primary BIO/SC and run the loopback test, then establish a CLI connection with the redundant BIO/SC and run the loopback test. You can simply unplug the laptop CLI cable from the primary BIO/SC craft port and plug it into the redundant BIO/SC craft port. The CLI command to run the test is the same: commsend <number of tests> fenet1. 164 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Performing external loopback tests on backhaul links 2. Evaluate the results. After the test is complete, the following table of data displays for each backhaul tested. Number of Transmitted Frames : x Number of Received Frames : x Number of Error Frames : x Frames without valid Test ID : x Frames with invalid Data : x Frame Error Rate : x Error Counters Rx Frame Length Violations ... x Rx Non-octet alignment ... x Rx Abort Frames ... x Rx CRC Errors ... x If the Number of Received Frames does not equal the Number of Transmitted Frames, or if there are any errors counted, you need to troubleshoot the backhaul. Go to Troubleshooting failed backhaul links on page 166. This procedure is complete. Go to Removing physical loopbacks on page 168. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 165 Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links Troubleshooting failed backhaul links This procedure explains how to run the internal loopback test on backhaul links that failed the external loopback test. This section also outlines what to do based on the test results: If the internal loop back passes, troubleshoot the cables and loopback devices. If the internal loopback fails, the node may be faulty and you should call Airvana. This procedure assumes the node is in diagnostic mode, a CLI session is active, and the preceding loopback procedures have been completed. 1. If the backhaul links are T1 or E1, enter the following CLI command to specify the backhaul links you want to set to internal loopback mode:
BIOSC>mmb <port memory locations> 04 Where:
< port memory locations> are the backhaul links to place into internal loopback mode. See Table 25. Table 25 Specifying the backhaul links to be set to internal loopback mode
<port memory location>
f500000a f500010a f500020a f500030a Indicates the following ports to be set to internal loopback mode The first T1 or E1 backhaul The second T1 or E1 backhaul The third T1 or E1 backhaul The fourth T1 or E1 backhaul For example, the following command sets the second T1 or E1 backhaul to internal loopback mode:
BIOSC>mmb f500010a 04 If the backhaul links are Ethernet, enter the following CLI command:
2. BIOSC>poke874 fenet1 13 803c 3. Run the internal backhaul test on the interface(s) you have set to internal loopback mode with the following CLI command:
BIOSC>commsend <number of tests> <ports>
Where:
<number of tests> specifies the number times each port is to be tested. The valid range is between (0 100000).
<ports> specifies the names of the ports to be tested. See Table 26. 166 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Troubleshooting failed backhaul links Table 26 Specifying the backhaul links to be tested
<ports>
Indicates the following ports to be tested T1 T2 T3 T4 The first T1 or E1 backhaul The second T1 or E1 backhaul The third T1 or E1 backhaul The fourth T1 or E1 backhaul FENET1 The primary Ethernet backhaul For example, the following command would start the loopback test for a system with two E1 backhaul links:
BIOSC>commsend 10 T1 T2 4. Evaluate the results. After the test is complete, the table of data displays for each backhaul tested. Number of Transmitted Frames : x Number of Received Frames : x Number of Error Frames : x Frames without valid Test ID : x Frames with invalid Data : x Frame Error Rate : x Error Counters Rx Frame Length Violations ... x Rx Non-octet alignment ... x Rx Abort Frames ... x Rx CRC Errors ... x If the Number of Received Frames does not equal the Number of Transmitted Frames, or if there are any errors counted, the node has a fault and you need to contact Airvana. This is the end of this procedure. If the Number of Received Frames does equal the Number of Transmitted Frames and there are no errors, you must troubleshoot the following:
the backhaul cable the physical loopback installed earlier in the loopback testing process the backhaul wiring into the punch block any external equipment the backhaul cable is attached to, for example a digital cross connect 5. Exit diagnostics mode Enter the following command to reset the node:
BIOSC>reset Allow the node to reboot to completion, skipping the diagnostic mode required for loopback testing. This procedure is complete. Go to Removing physical loopbacks on page 168. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 167
Chapter 13 Loopback testing backhaul links Removing physical loopbacks This procedure explains the steps to restore the system to normal operational mode after loopback testing is complete. 1. Remove all external, physical loopbacks installed earlier. Failure to remove any loopbacks installed earlier results in failed backhaul links. CAUTION This procedure is complete. The loop back testing process is also complete. Go to Understanding the commissioning completion process on page 188. 168 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power About this chapter This chapter explains how to measure the transmit power budget and calibrate transmit power for each sector. This chapter contains the following sections:
Understanding the transmit power calibration process on page 170 Understanding calibration purpose on page 171 Understanding requirements on page 171 Understanding the need for simultaneous CLI sessions on page 171 Enabling the base station and checking the IP-RNC 8500 on page 172 Verifying GPS status on page 172 Disabling all sectors on page 174 Attaching the sectors test equipment on page 176 Enabling and blossoming the sector to be calibrated on page 178 Starting FTAP for the sector on page 179 Measuring power loss for the sector on page 180 Setting the sectors transmit power on page 181 Verifying the sectors power level on page 182 Completing the sectors transmit power calibration process on page 183 Blossoming and enabling all sectors on page 185 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 169
Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Understanding the transmit power calibration process This process explains the procedures to measure antenna jumper attenuation and to calibrate transmit power for each sector accordingly. 1. Understanding calibration purpose and requirements See Understanding calibration purpose on page 171. See Understanding requirements on page 171. 2. Opening two CLI/telnet sessions Simultaneous CLI sessions are needed to the local IP-RN 8000 and the remote IP-RNC 8500. This requires that the laptop is connected to the BIO/SC craft Ethernet and that IP is configured appropriately. See Understanding the need for simultaneous CLI sessions on page 171. 3. Enabling the BTS and checking the connection with the IP-RNC 8500 Enable the BTS function of the IP-RN 8000 and verify the connection with the IP-RNC 8500. See Enabling the base station and checking the IP-RNC 8500 on page 172. 4. Verifying GPS status Verify that GPS is locked and time is acquired. See Verifying GPS status on page 172. 5. Disabling all sectors All sectors must be disabled (transmission must be stopped) before continuing with the calibration. See Disabling all sectors on page 174. 6. Calibrating each sectors power transmission offset Perform the following procedures in sequence for each sector deployed:
a. Attach the test equipment to the sectors transmit jumper antenna cable See Attaching the sectors test equipment on page 176. b. Enable and blossom the sector See Enabling and blossoming the sector to be calibrated on page 178 c. Start the FTAP test for the sector See Starting FTAP for the sector on page 179. d. Measure the power loss at the end of the sectors transmit antenna jumper cable at three levels and find the average loss. See Measuring power loss for the sector on page 180. e. Set the sectors transmit power. See Setting the sectors transmit power on page 181. f. Verify the sectors transmit power level See Verifying the sectors power level on page 182. g. Shut the sector down, remove test equipment, and re-connect the antenna See Completing the sectors transmit power calibration process on page 183 This procedure is complete. You must run the commissioning script to configure the node for normal operations. Go to Understanding the backhaul link loopback test process on page 158. 170 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Understanding calibration purpose Understanding calibration purpose The purpose of the procedures in this chapter is to measure the power loss over the antenna jumper so that you can adjust the transmission level for the sector appropriately to compensate. Understanding requirements The following are required to measure and calibrate the transmit power for each sector:
The IP-RN 8000 must have been completely configured for normal operations with the commissioning script. Backhaul links must be operative at the physical level and at the IP level providing connectivity to the IP-RNC 8500 to which this IP-RN 8000 is homed. The IP-RNC 8500 to which this IP-RN 8000 is homed must be operating. You must know the management IP address of the IP-RNC 8500 to which the IP-RN 8000 is homed in order to telnet to it. Understanding the need for simultaneous CLI sessions Calibrating transmit power requires two simultaneous CLI sessions, one to the local IP-RN 8000 and one to the remote IP-RNC 8500. Simultaneous CLI sessions require a connection from the laptop to the BIO/SC craft Ethernet port and that the appropriate IP configuration is completed. Once this connection is active, you can open two CLI/telnet sessions, one to the local IP-RN 8000 and one to the remote IP-RNC 8500.
(Alternatively, you can use the CLI/serial connection to control the local IP-RN 8000 and use CLI/telnet to control the remote IP-RNC 8500.) Before proceeding, open these two CLI sessions. Opening the IP-RNC 8500 requires that you know and use the IP-RNC 8500s management IP address. See Understanding the CLI connection process on page 132. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 171
Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Enabling the base station and checking the IP-RNC 8500 This procedure explains how to enable the BTS function in the IP-RN 8000 and to verify the IP-RN 8000 has connectivity with the IP-RNC 8500 to which it is homed. Requirements CLI session with the IP-RN 8000 Procedure 1. Using the CLI session to the IP-RN 8000, enable the BTS function as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#no shutdown AIRVANA-03#exit AIRVANA-03>
This configures the node to establish a connection with the IP-RNC 8500 to which it is homed. 2. Verify the node is communicating with the IP-RNC 8500, as follows:
AIRVANA-03>show abis peer After several seconds, the following displays:
PeerAddressPortStateRxMsgsRxhellos 172.16.1.32602UP22648 If an IP address followed by a few digits and then UP is not displayed, the node does not have a connection to the IP-RNC 8500. This connection is required for the test to proceed. This procedure is complete. Go to Verifying GPS status on page 172. Verifying GPS status This procedure explains how to verify that the IP-RN 8000s GPS system is operational and locked onto a satellite. Requirements An IP-RN 8000 CLI session. 172 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Verifying GPS status Procedure 1. Verify GPS is locked to a satellite with the following:
AIRVANA-03>show gps-health The following displays:
GPS module is present GPS Lock Status: Locked Even Second: Valid If the display shows any other values, GPS is not functioning properly. Troubleshoot the following:
The TFU module containing the GPS module. Ensure that it is properly inserted in the chassis and that its LEDs indicate normal operations. Verify that the GPS antenna jump er cables exiting the cabinet through the Rox System cabinet seal are properly connected to GPS antennas and that those antennas are functioning properly. 2. Enter the following command to display the current UTC (Universal Time Coordinated) time as reported by the GPS module:
AIRVANA-03>show gps time The GMT time displays:
Current UTC Time read from the GPS: 19:32:18 07/01/02 Even-second is valid. Verify the time displayed is correct. If the correct time does not display, troubleshoot the GPS antennas and receivers. It can take 10 minutes after the GPS antenna is connected and the TFU module is powered on for the GPS to acquire and display the correct time. NOTE This procedure is complete. Disabling all sectors on page 174. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 173
Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Disabling all sectors This procedure explains how to ensure all sectors are disabled for transmission. Failure to disable sectors before proceeding can release EMI radiation. This can cause injury and can results in interference with other EMI devices. WARNING Terminology note: Sectors can be enabled (turned on) and disabled (turned off). If a sector is enabled, the transmit power can be blossomed (turned on) or wilted (turned off). NOTE Requirements A CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 Procedure 1. Check the sector status with the following CLI command:
AIRVANA-03>show sector-element Name Carrier Sector CAI Channel Power Admin Oper
element1/4/1 carrier1 sector1 IS-856 850 35 dBm DOWN DOWN element1/4/2 carrier1 sector2 IS-856 850 35 dBm DOWN DOWN element1/4/3 carrier1 sector3 IS-856 850 35 dBm DOWN DOWN The display shows all sectors. Before continuing, all sectors must have an Admin of DOWN and an Oper of DOWN. 174 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Disabling all sectors 2. If any sector does not have an Admin of DOWN and an Oper of DOWN, you must shut it down using the following commands (this example shuts down all three sectors):
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/1 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/2 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/3 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit This procedure is complete. Go to Attaching the sectors test equipment on page 176. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 175 Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Attaching the sectors test equipment This procedure explains how to attach test equipment to the sectors transmit antenna jumper cable exiting the cabinet. Required tools The following tools are used if the antenna jumper cables exiting the cabinet used standard N-type connectors to attach to external equipment. If you assembled your own jumper cables using different connectors, you need appropriate tools. 13/16 inch open ended wrench Torque wrench with 13/16 inch open ended bit 30 dB attenuator pad with connector appropriate for antenna jumper cable rated for a maximum of 50 watts Power splitter to split the transmit signal for use by the power meter and the AT, with appropriate cables and connector adapters Power meter with connector appropriate for coupler 1xEV-DO access terminal (AT) Warnings You must have disabled the sector before continuing. Failure to disable the sectors can result in EMI radiation that could cause injury and could cause interference with other devices. WARNING Antenna cables emit radio frequency energy. Exposure to radio frequency energy can cause burns or other health problems. Take all appropriate precautions to avoid risk and danger. WARNING Do not touch or disconnect antennas when there is any chance of a lightning strike. Injury or death can occur if lightning strikes an antenna during installation. WARNING 176 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Attaching the sectors test equipment Procedure 1. Identify the sector you are calibrating. For information about sectors, see Understanding radio sectors on page 14. Identify the transmit antenna jumper cable for the sector exiting the Rox System cabinet seal. 2. For information about identifying the transmit jumper cable for the sector, see RF and GPS cable locations on page 101. 3. Use the 13/16 inch open ended wrench to disconnect the transmit antenna jumper cable for the sector from external equipment. 4. Attach a 30 dB attenuator pad to the end of the antenna jumper cable. Failure to attach attenuator pad may result in damage to the power meter and the access terminal. You must account for the attenuator when making power budget calibrations later. WARNING NOTE 5. Connect the power splitter to the attenuator, using appropriate adapters. You must account for the power splitter when making power budget calibrations later. NOTE 6. Connect the power meter to one branch of the power splitter using appropriate adapters. 7. Connect the AT to the other branch of the power splitter using appropriate adapters. This procedure is complete. Go to Enabling and blossoming the sector to be calibrated on page 178. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 177 Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Enabling and blossoming the sector to be calibrated This procedure explains how to enable the sector being calibrated and turn on (blossom) transmission for the sector. This is needed for the AT to establish an active 1xEV-DO session with the IP-RNC 8500. Requirements CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 CLI session to the IP-RNC 8500 A turned on 1xEV-DO AT All sectors are disabled Procedure 1. Use the CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 to enable and blossom the sector being calibrated, as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element <sector-element>
Where: <sector-element> is element1/4/1 for sector1/alpha, element1/4/2 for sector2/
beta, element1/4/3 for sector1/gamma AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 25 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit 2. Verify the sector is up as follows:
AIRVANA-03>show sector-element Name Carrier Sector CAI Channel Power Admin Oper
element1/4/1 carrier1 sector1 IS-856 850 25 dBm UP UP element1/4/2 carrier1 sector2 IS-856 850 35 dBm DOWN DOWN element1/4/3 carrier1 sector3 IS-856 850 35 dBm DOWN DOWN The sector you blossomed should have an Admin of UP and an Oper of UP. This procedure is complete. Go to Starting FTAP for the sector on page 179. 178 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Starting FTAP for the sector Starting FTAP for the sector This procedure explains how to get the UATI identifier for the AT that is required for the FTAP test and how to start the FTAP test. Starting FTAP cause the IP-RNC 8500 to transmit a steady stream of data to the specified AT using the current sector (only one sector at a time is enabled). This causes the IP-RN 8000 to transmit to the AT at a steady rate, enabling power measurement and calibration. Requirements A 1xEV-DO access terminal (AT) A CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 A CLI session to the IP-RNC 8500 Procedure 1. Ensure the AT is turned on and has establisedh a 1xEV-DO connection. How to do this depends on the type of AT. It may just require turning the AT on, or additional steps may be required. 2. Use the CLI session to the IP-RNC 8500 to find the ATs UATI as follows:
AIRVANA-07>enable AIRVANA-07#show 1xevdo session all 1001 40 The following displays (the complete table is not displayed here):
UATI List Inst UATI24 RATI ...
(Dec) (Hex) ...
1 10 000003F2 ... The UATI in this case is 000003F2. If no UATI is displayed, there may be a problem with the AT or with the network. This test requires a completely configured and operational IP-RAN network and an operational 1xEV-DO AT. 3. Still using the CLI session to the IP-RNC 8500, enter TAP configuration mode, as follows AIRVANA-07#tap 4. Configure the TAP session with the UATI of the AT discovered above, as follows:
AIRVANA-07(tap)#user 0x3f2 Where: 0x indicates hexadecimal and 3f2 is the UATI found above (leading zeros are not required) 5. Start the FTAP test as follows:
AIRVANA-07(tap-0x3f2)#at-tx-mode ftap-loopback AIRVANA-07(tap-0x3f2)#start ftap 3600 Where 3600 is the number of seconds the FTAP test runs without being intentionally stopped. Using 3600, the FTAP test will stop in one hour. If you have not completed the calibration for this sector by then, you must restart the FTAP test. This procedure is complete. Go to Measuring power loss for the sector on page 180. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 179
Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Measuring power loss for the sector This procedure explains how to measure the loss of transmit power over the sectors transmit jumper cable and test equipment at three different transmit power levels. Requirements A CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 Procedure 1. Using the CLI session to the IP-RN 8000, set the sectors transmit power level to 25 dBm as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/1 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 25 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown These commands configure the first sector (identified by sector-element element1/4/1). To configure sector 2, use: sector-element element1/4/2. To configure sector 3, use: sector-element element1/4/3. 2. As a result of these commands, the sector transmission blossoms. Wait until the power meter shows a stable power level. Find the differences between this detected power level and the configured transmit power level (25 dB) and write it down. The detected power level should be somewhat less than the transmit power level due to power lost over the antenna jumper cable and test equipment. 3. Change the transmit power level for the sector to 35 dBm using the following:
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 35 4. The sector transmission blossoms. Wait until the power meter shows a stable power level. Find the differences between this detected power level and the configured transmit power level (35 dB) and write it down. 5. Change the transmit power level for the sector to 45 dBm using the following:
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 45 6. The sector transmission blossoms. Wait until the power meter shows a stable power level. Find the differences between this detected power level and the configured transmit power level (35 dB) and write it down. 7. Find the average of the three numbers you calculated. Each of those calculations was the power loss at a given transmit level. The average of those is the average power loss (without compensation for test equipment) and is used to calibrate the power level of the transmission on this sector. This procedure is complete. Go to Setting the sectors transmit power on page 181. 180 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Setting the sectors transmit power Setting the sectors transmit power This procedure explains how to calibrate the sectors power transmission level using the results of the power loss measurements taken in the previous procedure. Requirements A CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 The average dB loss for the sector calculated in the previous procedure Procedure 1. Calculate the power loss parameter for the CLI command using the average power loss from the previous procedure as follows:
a. Subtract the power loss of the power splitter and attenuator. b. Round the result off to the nearest 1/8th (to the nearest 0.125) For example, if the average dB power loss was 33.55 dB and the power splitter and attenuator have a combined loss of 32 dB:
33.55 32 = 1.55 a. b. 1.55 rounded to the nearest 1/8th is 1.625 So, the result is 1.625. This result is used in the next step. 2. Turn off the sector as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/1 Use element1/4/2 for sector 2/beta and element1/4/3 for sector 3/gamma AIRVANA-03(config-element)#shutdown 3. Set the transmit power level for the sector as follows:
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#pa-offset +1.625 Where +1.625 is the result calculated in step 1 4. Turn on the sector as follows:
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit This procedure is complete. Go to Verifying the sectors power level on page 182. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 181
Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Verifying the sectors power level This procedure explains how to verify the sectors calibration. Requirements A CLI session to the IP-RN 8000 Procedure 1. At the CLI session to the IP-RN 8000, use the following commands to set the power level to 25 dBm:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/1 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 25 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown These commands configure the first sector (identified by element1/4/1). To configure sector 2, use: sector-element element1/4/2. To configure sector 3, use: sector-element element1/4/3. 2. As a result of these commands, the sector transmission blossoms. Wait until the power meter shows a stable power level and write it down. 3. Change the transmit power level for the sector to 35 dBm using the following:
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 35 4. The sector transmission blossoms. Wait until the power meter shows a stable power level and write it down. 5. Change the transmit power level for the sector to 45 dBm using the following:
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power 45 6. The sector transmission blossoms. Wait until the power meter shows a stable power level and write it down. 7. Analyze the results to see if calibration is successful. All three measurements should be within 1 dBm of the transmit power set with the tx-power command after compensation for the power loss in the power coupler and attenuator pad. If all three results after compensating for the power splitter and attenuator pad are within 1 dB of the power level set, the sectors transmission power has been calibrated successfully. If any of the three results after compensating for th e power splitter and attenuator pad are not within 0.5 dBm of the power level set, the sectors transmission power has not been calibrated successfully. 8. At this point you can optionally connect a radio frequency spectrum analyzer to the Tx sample port on the PA module for the sector and analyze the wave form for correctness. For information about the Tx sample port, see Understanding the Power Amplifier module on page 18. This procedure is complete. 182 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Completing the sectors transmit power calibration process If the sectors calibration is successful, go to Completing the sectors transmit power calibration process on page 183. If the sectors calibration is not successful, go to Measuring power loss for the sector on page 180. Completing the sectors transmit power calibration process This procedure explains how to stop FTAP for the sector and remove test equipment in preparation for calibrating the next sector or completing the entire calibration process, as appropriate. Requirements If you assembled your own jumper cables using different connectors, you need appropriate, site-specific tools. 13/16 inch open ended wrench Torque wrench with 13/16 inch open ended bit 30 dB attenuator pad with connector appropriate for antenna jumper cable Power meter with connector appr opriate for antenna jumper cable An operational CLI/serial session to the active BIO/SC module See Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 153. Warnings WARNING Antenna cables emit radio frequency energy. Exposure to radio frequency energy can cause burns or other health problems. Take all appropriate precautions to avoid risk and danger. Do not touch or disconnect antennas when there is any chance of a lightning strike. Injury or death can occur if lightning strikes an antenna during installation. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 183
Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power Procedure 1. Shut down the sector as follows (this example shuts down sector1):
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/1 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#shutdown To shut down sector 2, use: sector-element element1/4/2. To shut down sector 3, use: sector-element element1/4/3. AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit AIRVANA-03>
2. Use the CLI session with the IP-RNC 8500 to stop the FTAP session as follows:
AIRVANA-07>(tap-0x3f2)#exit AIRVANA-07>(tap)#exit AIRVANA-07#exit AIRVANA-07>
3. Disconnect the power meter, attenuator pad, and power splitter from the end of the transmit jumper cable for the sector. 4. Connect the antenna jumper cable that was just attached to the test equipment to the proper external antenna cable/surge protection equipment. The connections are typically N-type and require a 13/16 inch open ended wrench. If you assembled your own jumper cables, the connector type may be different Tighten connections snugly. Do not overtighten. All external antenna cables exiting the Rox System cabinet seal must be connected to an external surge suppression system, even if the cables are not used. Failure to connect unused cables to a surge suppression system leaves them open to lightning strikes, which could damage the IP-RN 8000. CAUTION This procedure is complete. If you have completed calibration of all sectors, go to Blossoming and enabling all sectors on page 185. If you still have sectors to calibrate, go to Starting FTAP for the sector on page 179. 184 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Blossoming and enabling all sectors Blossoming and enabling all sectors This procedure explains how to restart transmission (blossom) for all sectors deployed on the node. This procedure is only followed after all sectors have been calibrated and all test equipment is removed. Do not blossom and enable sectors unless all calibration is complete, all test equipment is removed, and all antennas are reconnected. WARNING Requirements An operational CLI/serial session to the active BIO/SC module See Establishing the CLI/serial connection on page 153. Procedure 1. If sector 1 (alpha) is deployed on the node, set the power transmission level to the figure specified by network planners and blossom the transmission as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/1 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power <specified by network planners>
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit 2. AIRVANA-03>
If sector 2 (beta) is deployed on the node, set the power transmission level to the figure specified by network planners and blossom the transmission as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/2 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power <specified by network planners>
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit AIRVANA-03>
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Chapter 14 Calibrating transmit power 3. If sector 3 (gamma) is deployed on the node, set the power transmission level to the figure specified by network planners and blossom the transmission as follows:
AIRVANA-03>enable AIRVANA-03#configure AIRVANA-03(config)#sector-element element1/4/3 AIRVANA-03(config-element)#tx-power <specified by network planners>
AIRVANA-03(config-element)#no shutdown AIRVANA-03(config-element)#exit AIRVANA-03(config)#exit AIRVANA-03#exit AIRVANA-03>
4. Verify all sectors are operational as follows. AIRVANA-03>show sector-element Name Carrier Sector CAI Channel Power Admin Oper
element1/4/1 carrier1 sector1 IS-856 850 XX dBm UP UP element1/4/2 carrier1 sector2 IS-856 850 XX dBm UP UP element1/4/3 carrier1 sector3 IS-856 850 XX dBm UP UP The sector you blossomed should have an Admin of UP and an Oper of UP The Power is as you configured it for each sector. This procedure is complete. Go to Chapter 15, Completing commissioning. 186 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Chapter 15 Completing commissioning About this chapter This chapter explains how to complete the commissioning process. This chapter contains the following sections:
Understanding the commissioning completion process on page 188 Checking the modules with CLI on page 188 Disconnecting the laptop on page 189 Preparing the cabinet for your departure on page 189 Preparing the site for your departure on page 190 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 187
Chapter 15 Completing commissioning Understanding the commissioning completion process This process explains the steps you must take to complete the commissioning process. 1. Checking the status of all modules with CLI See Checking the modules with CLI on page 188 2. Disconnecting the Laptop See Disconnecting the laptop on page 189 3. Ensuring the cabinet is prepared for your departure See Preparing the cabinet for your departure on page 189 4. Ensuring the site is prepared for your departure See Preparing the site for your departure on page 190 This is the end of the commissioning phase. Now that installation and commissioning is complete, you are done with this book. The next phase is network integration, in which network-wide connectivity tests are performed and other steps are taken to ensure network operation. Checking the modules with CLI This procedure explains how to check the node to ensure all modules are operational. It is assumed you have an open CLI session to the active BIO/SC module. 1. Enter the following command to display a report showing the status of all modules:
AIRVANA-03>show module The following displays:
Name Contains Status Up Time slot1/1 slot1/2 slot1/3 slot1/4 slot1/5 slot1/6 slot1/7 slot1/8 slot1/9 radio1/1/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s tfu1/2/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s sc1/3/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:18s modem1/4/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s radio1/5/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s tfu1/6/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s sc1/3/1 Ative 000d:00h:02m:14s modem1/8/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s radio1/9/1 Active 000d:00h:02m:14s Every module in the network element is listed with a status of Active. 188 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Disconnecting the laptop Disconnecting the laptop This procedure explains how to disconnect the laptop and close its front door shelf in preparation for departure. 1. Unplug the serial cable from the laptops COM port and from the BIO/SC module craft port. TIP You might want to leave the cable in the document holder on the inside of the front door. for information about the document holder, see Figure 3 on page 5. 2. If the laptop is connected to the node over Ethernet, disconnect all Ethernet cables. 3. Turn the laptop off. 4. Remove the laptop from the front door laptop shelf. For information about the laptop front door shelf, see Figure 3 on page 5. 5. Close the front door laptop shelf. See Closing the PC shelf on page 202. 6. Leave any pertinent notes or documents in the front door document holder. This procedure is complete. Preparing the cabinet for your departure This procedure explains how to prepare the cabinet for the departure of the field technician. 1. Visually examine the cabinets interior and exterior from all sides and inspect for:
Loose cables that might interfere with the front door closing Loose modules that should be inserted properly but are not inserted all the way Any access panels that are not installed properly Loose power or backhaul cables exiting the cabinet that are not properly enclosed in conduit Improperly installed conduit Loose or dangling antenna cables Check the gasket on the inside edge of the front door. This gasket should be seated properly all the way around. Anything out of the ordinary Failure to ensure the all aspects of the installation were properly performed before leaving the site can result in damage to the equipment or service interruption. CAUTION 2. Press in the tech-on-site switch. See Understanding the tech-on-site switch on page 36. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 189
Chapter 15 Completing commissioning 3. Close the front door. See Closing the door on page 199. 4. Use a padlock to lock the cabinet front door. This procedure is complete. Preparing the site for your departure This procedure explains how to prepare the site for the departure of the field technician. 1. Remove all packing containers or trash and dispose of it properly. 2. Visually inspect the site and fix any problems. 3. Close and lock any:
Equipment boxes or pedestals Gates or fences This is the end of the commissioning phase. Now that installation and commissioning is complete, you are done with this book. The next phase is network integration, in which network-wide connectivity tests are performed and other steps are taken to ensure network operation. 190 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Appendix A IP-RN 8000 Specifications About this appendix This appendix provides specifications for the IP-RN 8000. It contains a series of tables and sections covering these specifications:
IP-RN 8000 physical and environmental specifications on page 192 Power specifications on page 193 Grounding connection specifications on page 193 Backhaul cable and power cable access ports on page 193 Bell Core Earthquake Standards on page 194 Connectors, screws, nuts, washers on page 194 Module physical specifications on page 195 Backhaul cable specifications on page 195 DB-9 BIO/SC serial port pin-out on page 196 Compliance with regulatory and industry standards on page 196 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 191
Appendix A IP-RN 8000 Specifications Table 27 IP-RN 8000 physical and environmental specifications Specification Weight Dimensions Description Fully populated Height Width Depth Operating temperature range With heater Without heater Rate of temperature change Non-operating (storage) ranges Temperature approximately 630 lbs (286 kg) 59.5 inches (1511.3 mm) 30.5 inches (774.7 mm) 39 inches (990.5 mm)
-40C to 46C
-10C to 46C Startup and operation is possible at temperatures as low as -40C, but the IP-RN 8000 may not satisfy all specifications below -10C. Not to exceed a change of more than 15C per hour.
-40C to 70 C 0 to 95% noncondensing 150 miles per hour. Exp. D (241 kilometers per hour) 60 pounds per square foot (may be higher depending on installation) (27.2 kilograms per square Bellcore Zone 4 (GRE-CORE) UL 1950 (UL60950) Humidity Wind Snow Seismic UL Loading Ratings Construction Lifting eyes Heat exchanger Standard alarms Altitude Aluminum structure and body 1/2 inch diameter Closed loop design for use outdoors High temperature Low temperature Intrusion Maximum Set-point 70C Set-point 14C On front door (pull the tech-on-site switch to override the door alarm) 3000 meters 192 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Table 28 Power specifications Specification Description Input Voltage Operating Range 24 V DC to 29 V DC 27 V DC nominal at the cabinet power terminal Negative Return Input Drop Out Time Drops to 0V for 100 uSec max Input Current 85 A maximum without a heater Input Voltage ripple and noise over all load and environment conditions
< 100 mV peak to peak from 0 20 MHz
< 200 mV peak to peak from 0 100 MHz Power cable Ground cable
< 19 mV RMS from 0 10 MHz
< 5 mV RMS from 0 100 KHz 2/0 maximum, 1/0 minimum 1/0 Table 29 Grounding connection specifications Specification Description Optional side grounding connections Three pairs of threaded holes designed for dual hole lugs. The thread specification is 1/4-20. Table 30 Backhaul cable and power cable access ports Specification Description Backhaul cable access port - Airvana fixture attached Backhaul cable access port - Airvana fixture removed 1 inch diameter access port for backhaul cables. Conduit must be attached as appropriate for local conditions and according to local code requirements. 1.36 inches diameter Power cable access port - Airvana fixture* attached 3 inch diameter access port for power cables and optionally for backhaul cables. Conduit must be attached as appropriate for local conditions and according to local code requirements. Power cable access port - Airvana fixture* removed 3.54 inches diameter
* The fixture is a removable connector on the conduit opening. You can install conduit with the fixture in place or removed as appropriate. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 193 Appendix A IP-RN 8000 Specifications Table 31 Bell Core Earthquake Standards Specification Description Bell Core Zone 4 Installations procedures in this guide provide protection from earthquakes in the following Bell Core seismic zones: Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, and Zone 4. Table 32 Connectors, screws, nuts, washers RF cables Male N-type connector. Use 13/16 inch open ended wrench. GPS cables Male N-type connector. Use 13/16 inch open ended wrench. Access panel screws Tamper proof screw with rubber lock washer.
Screw: button socket, 1/4-20 by 3/4 inch, stainless steel, with pin.
Washer: lock washer, SLFSE, 1/4 inch Tamper resistant screw driver Access panel gasket washer Cabinet anchor bolts 5/32 inch tamper resistant hex driver RACO 1209 washer
Bolt: stainless steel, 1/2-inch bolts rated as ASTM, F-593, condition C (minimum)
Washer: stainless steel 1/2 inch flat washer
Lock washer: stainless steel 1/2 inch lock washer The bolts must extend at least 1.125 inches above the concrete pad and not more than 1.5 inches about the concrete pad. 194 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Table 33 Module physical specifications Module Specification BIO/SC Base Input Output/System Controller TFU
(Timing Frequency Unit) 1xDOM
(1xEV Data Only Modem) RM
(Radio Module) PA
(Power Amplifier) Weight Height Length Depth Weight Height Length Depth Weight Height Length Depth Weight Height Length Depth Weight Height Length Depth 4 lbs (1.8 kg) 17.5 inches (444.5 mm) 15.0 inches (381 mm) 1.2 inches (30.48 mm) 5 lbs (2.3 kg) 17.5 inches (444.5 mm) 15.0 inches (381 mm) 2.2 inches (55.88 mm) 5 lbs (2.3 kg) 17.5 inches (444.5 mm) 15.0 inches (381 mm) 1.2 inches (30.48 mm) 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) 8.25 inches (209.55 mm) 15.0 inches (381 mm) 3.8 inches (96.52 mm) 22 lbs (10 kg) 13.2 inches (335.88 mm) 15.3 inches (388.62 mm) 3.8 inches (96.52 mm) Table 34 Backhaul cable specifications Backhaul type Descriptions Ethernet T1/E1 Maximum length: 200 feet (60.96 meters). Temperature range: -40C to 70C Maximum diameter: 0.562 inches (1.43 centimeters) ANSI/EIA/TIA 568 Temperature range: -40C to 70C Maximum diameter: 0.562 inches (1.43 centimeters) IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 195 Appendix A IP-RN 8000 Specifications Table 35 DB-9 BIO/SC serial port pin-out Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description Not connected TXD RXD Not connected Ground Ground CTS RTS Not connected Table 36 Compliance with regulatory and industry standards Type Standard Safety Certification CSA-C22.2 No. 60950 EMC FCC Part 15 Class A T1 Interconnection Bell Core FCC Part 24 FCC Part 68 GR-487-CORE GR-1089-CORE Level 3 GR-63-CORE Level 3 Seismic Bellcore Zone 4 (GRE-CORE) 196 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Appendix B Using the door About this appendix This appendix describes how to use the IP-RN 8000 front door. It contains these sections:
Opening the door on page 198 Closing the door on page 199 Padlocking the door on page 200 Opening the PC shelf on page 201 Closing the PC shelf on page 202 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 197
Appendix B Using the door Opening the door To open the front door:
1. Turn the front-door handle up to the right. 2. Pull the door all the way open until the hinge locking bar locks the door open, preventing it from closing accidentally. Lock-open bar If the IP-RN 8000 is powered on, the DOOR/INTRUSION alarm panel LED lights and you must pull the shaft of the tech-on-site switch at the lower right inside edge of the door seal on the cabinet to notify AirVista that a technician is on-site. SeeUnderstanding the tech-on-site switch on page 36. NOTE 198 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Closing the door Closing the door To close the door:
1. Lift the hinge locking bar with your foot to release the door-open lock. 2. Open the door handle by turning the handle in a clockwise direction and push the door closed. 3. Turn the door handle to the down position. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 199 Appendix B Using the door Padlocking the door To padlock the front door:
1. Ensure the door is closed and the handle is in the down position. 2. Open the padlock and insert it in the door-handle padlock hole. 3. Lock the padlock. 200 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Opening the PC shelf Opening the PC shelf To open the PC shelf:
1. Locate the PC shelf on the inside of the front door. PC shelf 2. Pull the lock on the PC shelfs lower right corner out to the right. 3. Lift the PC shelf upright until it locks in the open position. PC shelf lock Lift upright IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 201 Appendix B Using the door Closing the PC shelf To close the PC shelf, push in the support hinge under it to unlock the shelf and then fold down the PC shelf. 1. Push support hing in. 2. Fold PC shelf down. 202 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Appendix C Using access panels About this appendix This appendix contains access panel procedures used multiple times throughout the main installation process. This appendix contains the following sections:
Removing the power terminal access panel on page 204 Re-installing the power terminal access panel on page 205 Re-installing the right side cable access panel on page 207 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 203
Appendix C Using access panels Removing the power terminal access panel This procedure explains how to remove the power terminal access panel. Requirements 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive screw driver. To remove the power terminal access panel:
1. Open the front door. See Opening the door on page 198. 2. Locate the power terminal access panel on the cabinet. Front view, door open Power terminal access panel 3. Use the 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex driver to remove all screws from the access panel. Each screw has a rubber, sealing lock washer on its shank. 4. Carefully set aside the access panel and the screws with their rubber washers. You will use these to reinstall the panel. Access panels must be handled carefully. If they are bent they may not form a proper seal with the cabinet when they are re-installed. An intact seal on the inside edge of the access panel is required to ensure external environmental conditions are sealed out. CAUTION This procedure is complete. 204 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
Re-installing the power terminal access panel Re-installing the power terminal access panel This procedure explains how to re-install the power terminal access panel. Requirements:
5/32 tamper-resistant screw driver Thread tapping kit with 1/4-20 thread bit at 3/4 inch depth To reinstall the power terminal access panel:
1. Open the front door. See Opening the door on page 198. 2. Locate the power terminal access panel area on the cabinet. Front view, door open Power terminal access panel 3. Retrieve the access panel and the 11 tamper-proof screws and rubber washers that you set aside when removing the panel. 4. Examine the inside edge of the access panel to ensure the access panel is undamaged. The gasket on the inside edge must be intact to ensure a proper seal. 5. Position the access panel and start all screws by hand. Be sure to thread the rubber sealing washer on the screw shank before inserting it into the access panel screw hole. Screws should be started by hand. It is possible to damage the thread in the cabinet if you use a hand tool or a power tool. Damaged threads must be repaired or the cabinet will be improperly sealed and the IP-RN 8000 can be damaged. Use a thread tapping set to fixed damaged threads. WARNING IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 205
Appendix C Using access panels 6. Use a torque wrench with a 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive bit set to 18 inch-pounds to tighten all screws evenly. If access panels screws are not tightened with the correct torque, electronic interface may occur causing equipment malfunction. WARNING This procedure is complete. 206 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Re-installing the right side cable access panel Re-installing the right side cable access panel This procedure explains how to re-install the right side cable access panel. Required tools and materials:
5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive screw driver 5/8 inch open ended wrench 11/16 open ended wrench Torque wrench with a 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive bit Thread tapping set with bit for 1/4-20 threads at 3/4 inch depth Conduit and cables may already be installed into the access panel. NOTE To reinstall the right-side cable-access panel:
1. Locate the right-side access panel. Right access panel 2. Retrieve the 12 tamper-resistant screws and rubber washers that you set aside when removing the panel. 3. Examine the inside edge of the access panel to ensure the access panel is undamaged:
The gasket on the inside edge must be intact to ensure a proper seal. 4. Slide the access panel into place along the grounding wires. If the access panel does not slide towards the cabinet along the grounding wires, loosen the nuts securing the access panel to each grounding wire. IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 207
Appendix C Using access panels 5. Position the access panel and start all screws by hand. Be sure to thread the rubber sealing washer on the screw shank before inserting it in the access panel screw hole. Screws should be started by hand. It is possible to damage the thread in the cabinet if you use hand tool or a power tool. Damaged threads must be repaired or the cabinet will be improperly sealed and the IP-RN 8000 can be damaged. Use a thread tapping set to fixed damaged threads. WARNING 6. Use a torque wrench with a 5/32 inch tamper-resistant hex drive bit set to 18 inch-pounds to tighten all screws evenly. If access panels screws are not tightened with the correct torque, electronic interface may occur causing equipment malfunction. WARNING 7. Re-seal the ground wires. a. Examine the two ground wires that protrude through the side of the access panel. Each ground wire has a rubber grommet and a 11/16 inch sealing net. The rubber grommets may be in their proper location, tight against the access panel. Or, the rubber grommets may have been pushed away from the access panel when the access panel was moved back into place. b. For both ground wires, ensure the rubber grommet is pushed back snugly against the access panel. c. Hand tighten the 11/16 inch nut, sealing the grommet in place. d. Using the 11/16 inch open ended wrench, tighten the nuts on both grounding wires. Wrench tighten snugly, but do not overtighten. Conduit must be installed to all openings on this access panel to ensure equipment protection from the external environment. See Planning conduit and grounding installation on page 53. NOTE This procedure is complete. 208 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Glossary 1x Evolution-Data Only. A 3G Mobile Wireless technology based on CDMA that offers high-speed, high-capacity wireless Internet connectivity, and is optimized for packet data services. 1xEV-DO provides a peak data rate of 2.4 Mbps on the forward link within a single 1.25 MHz CDMA carrier. 1x Radio Transmission Technology. A 3G Mobile Wireless technology based on CDMA that doubles the voice capacity of current CDMA mobile systems, and adds packet data capability. Third Generation. Generic name for mobile wireless systems used for offering advanced voice and data services, the first two generations refer to the existing analog and digital cellular networks respectively. W-CDMA, 1xRTT and 1xEV-DO are the most popular 3G standards. A global standards body that is developing 3G standards for the W-CDMA air interface technology. A global standards body that is developing 3G standards for the CDMA2000 family of air interface technologies including 1xRTT and 1xEV-DO. Airvanas web-based network management system The Air Interface is the part of a mobile wireless standard that defines the protocol enabling the subscriber terminal and the radio access network to interoperate. A telecommunications method for relaying images, sound and text simultaneously at very high speeds. Base Transceiver Station. Radio equipment that cellular operators need to place at the center of each cell, usually simply called a base station. Base Station Controller. A wireless network equipment that controls Base Stations. An electrical signal that emits at a continuous frequency and carriers data. Information is encoded onto the carrier by changing the frequency, amplitude, or phase of the signal (this process is called modulation). The signal is extracted at the other end through demodulation. Carriers are modulated and demodulated according to fixed protocols. Code Division Multiple Access. A global Mobile Wireless technology based on a method of sharing frequency among many users by encrypting each user's signal using a different code. The basic geographical unit of a cellular network, a cell is the area served by a cell site. Its size varies depending on the terrain, capacity demands, and strength of the signal from the cell site. A transmitter/receiver location in a cellular network. The cell site establishes radio links between the wireless network and the user. The site contains an antenna tower, transmission radios, and radio controllers. A pair of radio frequencies. One frequency is used for sending and the other for receiving. 1xEV-DO 1xRTT 3G 3GPP 3GPP2 AirVista Air Interface ATM BTS BSC carrier CDMA cell cell site channel IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 209 Glossary cluster Ethernet Frame Relay IP-RN 8000 IP-RNC 8500 IS-95 Two or more nodes bundled together to appear as a single system. Clusters can be used to provide near continuous access to application services, including databases, Web services, and file services. The world's most widely deployed standard for Local Area Networking; it operates at 10, 100,1,000 and 10,000 Mbps. A widely used connection oriented packet-networking technology. IP-Radio Node 8000. Airvanas Base Transceiver Station. IP-Radio Network Controller. Airvanas Base Station Controller. The industry standard name for CDMA Mobile wireless technology. Metropolitan Ethernet A low cost Wide Area Network technology that transports user data as Ethernet frames over an optical network, typically in a metropolitan area. PSK QAM QPSK Radio Access Network VoIP VPN WAP W-CDMA Phase Shift Keying; a modulation technique. Quadrature Amplitude Modulation; a multi-level modulation technique. Spectrally efficient modulation technique that breaks the information path into two parts called the in phase and the quadrature phase components. The combination of these two signals creates one of four unique symbols that are then used to modulate the phase of the carrier. The part of a wireless network comprised of Base Stations and Base Station Controllers. Voice over IP. A method of sending voice information over a packet-switched network, such as the Internet, using TCP/IP. Virtual Private Network. A networking technology used to send data securely over public data networks. Wireless Application Protocol. Stack of protocols designed for sending simplified Web pages to wireless devices. It replaces web protocols with its own, and requires that pages be written in WML instead of HTML. Wideband CDMA. A 3G CDMA system that is an evolution of the current GSM network. W-CDMA operates on a 5 MHz channel and supports voice and data services. 210 Release 2.0 Acronyms 1xEV-DO 1xDOM 1xRTT 3G 3GPP AIU ATM BIO BIO/SC BIO TM BTS BSC CDMA CLI CTIA FTP GPS GSM LED HSC 1x Evolution-Data Only standard 1x Evolution Data Only module 1x Radio Transmission Technology Third Generation Third Generation Partnership Project Antenna Interface Unit Asynchronous Transfer Mode Base Input/Output Base Input Output/System Controller Base Input/Output Transition Module Base Transceiver Station Base Station Controller Code Division Multiple Access Command Line Interface Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association File Transfer Protocol Global Positioning System Global System for Mobile Communications Light Emitting Diode Hot Swap Controller IP-RAN IP Radio Access Network IP-RN 8000 IP-Radio Node IP-RNC 8500 IP-Radio Network Controller ITU PA PCS PDU PSK RNSM SC SC TM TDMA International Telecommunications Union Power Amplifier Personal Communications System Power Distribution Unit Phase Shift Keying Radio Node Server Module System Controller System Controller Transition Module Time Division Multiple Access IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 211 Acronyms TIA QAM RF RM TFU VoIP VPN WAP W-CDMA Telecommunications Industry Association Quadrature Amplitude Modulation Radio Frequency Radio Module Timing Frequency Unit Voice over IP Virtual Private Network Wireless Application Protocol Wideband CDMA 212 Release 2.0 Index Numerics 10 MHz out 22 1xDOM components 25 installing 122 LEDs 26 physical specifications 195 redundant 20 reset buttons 26 slots 12 2U 4, 10 66-block see backhauls 79 A access panels antenna optional 10 standard 10 cable left side 10 right side 10 cable access re-installing 207 gasket washer 194 power terminal 10 removing 204 punch block punch block access panel 10 screws 194 surge protection bar 10 understanding 9 user equipment 4, 10 acess panels power terminal re-installing 205 AIU cables 35 compenents 17 connecting to Sector Radio Kit 113 description 4 ESD 19 front view 3 sectors 19 understanding 13 Alarm Unit 29 components 29 description 4 front view 3 LEDs 30 alarms 192 alpha slots 12 altitude 192 anchoring bolts 58 antenna access panel 8 right side view 5 antenna cables 7, 8 exiting cabinet 8 inside cabinet 8 Antenna Interface Unit see AIU 17 antennas access panel options 91 cable lables and connectors 88 connecting 85, 96 connecting to surge supresion bar 97 GPS description 34 installation process 86 installing 40 RF description 34 Rox system installing 94 B back view 7 backhaul network diagram 2 routing into cabinet 64 backhaul cable access port right side view 5 backhaul punch block description 5 front view 3 understanding 32 backhaul switch understanding 32 backhauls access to punch block 76 cabling in cabinet 77 connecting 40, 73 description 34 installation process 74, 146 loopback, see loopbacks 158 punch block detail 82 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 213 Index pin out 80 wiring 79 understanding 75 Base Input Output/System Controller see BIO/SC 22 beta slots 12 BIO/SC 22 components 22 installing 119 LEDs 24 physical specifications 195 redundant 20 reset button 15, 24 slots 12 bottom slots 11 C cabinet anchor bolts 194 anchoring 50 bolting to pad 62 description 4 front view 3 installation process 50 installing 40, 49 lifting 60 lowering 61 placing on pad 58 preparing for installation 50 right side view 5 unbolting from palette 57 unpacking 54 chassis power 28 CLI connection 35 craft port 24 diagnostic mode 163 serial connection process 132 establishing connection 135 redundant systems 132 terminal settings 136 understanding 132 telnet 133 commissioning completing the process 188 requirements 129 the process 128 concrete pad 58 conduit 50, 193 214 planning 53 craft Ethernet 24, 35 Ethernet, see Ethernet craft 137 port 129 serial port 24 D danger 45 DB-9 129 depth 192 diagnostic mode in CLI 163 Digital Module Kit installation 104 redundancy 20 slots 12 understanding 19 dimensions 192 disposal 45, 46 document holder right side view 5 door closing 199 description 4 front view 3 lock-open bar 6 right side view 5 opening 198 padlocking 200 right side view 5 E earthquake 194 electro static discharge 19 ESD 19, 44 Ethernet backhuals not switched 33 craft 24, 35 configuring IP 137 connecting 138 craft connection understanding 133 cross-over cable 129 F fan power 28 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Fan Unit 31 air flow 37 components 31 description 4 front view 3 LEDs 31 front view 3 FTP 129 sofware update 142 G gamma slots 12 GPS 2 antennas 7 cables 194 GR-1089 compliance 44 ground connections description 34 connectors rear 7, 8 installing 49 third wire 66 ground cable 193 ground coil cabinet 6 lightning 6 right side view 5 grounding cabinet 67 planning 53 understanding 33 warning 47 H heat exchange 192 exhaust right side view 5 intake right side view 5 heat exchange power 28 Heat Exchanger 37 height 192 humidity 192 HyperTerminal 129 Index I indoor installation 52 input drop out time 193 installation and commissioning, understanding 40 before you install 40 the process 40 insulation pad 59 IP Ethernet craft 137 L laptop Ethernet 129 lifting hooks 8 description 4 front view 3 right side view 5 lightning warning 46 loading 192 locking door 200 loopbacks Ethernet 162 understanding 160 internal test 166 running test 164 T1/E1 161 testing the process 158 understanding 159 M main power 28 module enclosure power 28 module slots description 4 front view 3 modules installation process 104 installing 40, 103 physical specifications 195 slots 12 N network 2 planning 44 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 215 Index P PA components 16 installing 105 LEDs 17 physical specifications 195 slots 12 palette 57 PC shelf head exchange vents 6 opening 201 right side view 5 PDSN 2 PDU components 27 description 4 front view 3 power cable 193 installing 49 routing into cabinet 64 supply connecting 65 description 34 testing 69 switches 28 terminal connecting 66 Power Amplifier see PA 16 power cable access port right side view 5 Power Distribution Unit see PDU 27 power terminal 4 power terminal access panel 10 description 4 powering on procedure 126 powering on the node 40 punch block backhaul wiring 79 R Radio Module see RM 14 radio sectors understanding 13 ratings 192 receiving 44 216 redundancy Digital Module Kit 20 RF antennas 7 cables 194 right side view 5 RM 14 components 14 connecting to PA 111 installing 108 LEDs 15 physical specifications 195 slots 12 RNC-8500 2 Rox System 8 installed 7 RX0 RM 15 RX0 (Sample) RM 15 RX1 RM 15 RX1 (Sample) RM 15 S safety 45 scripts understanding 146 Sector Radio Kit 14 connecting to AIU 113 installation 104 understanding 13 Sector Radio Kits slots 12 sectors alpha, beta, gamma 12 security locking door 200 seismic 194 serial port 24, 129 shipping 44 side ground connectors right side view 5 site planning and construction 40 site planning and construction 44 slots numbering 11 snow 192 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d Index TX (Sample) PA 17 TX (to AIU) PA 17 U UL 192 user equipment 4, 10 V voltage 193 W warning 45 weight 192 width 192 wind 192 Windows 98 129 software update activating release 144 requirements 129 the process 140 transferring 142 specifications 191 cable access ports 193 connectors, screws, nuts, bolts 194 earthquake/sisimic 194 grounding connection 193 modules 195 physical/environmental 192 power 193 spectrum analyzer 129 surge protection understanding 33 surge protection bar access panel 10 surge supression bar 7, 8 detail 97 T T1/E1 backhauls 160 see loopbacks 161 tamper resistent screwdriver 194 tech-on-site switch description 4 front view 3 temperatue 192 temperature 37 terminal connection 35 settings 136 terminal emulation 129 tests Ethernet, see loopbacks Ethernet 160 internal loopback 166 see loopbacks 158 TFU 21 components 21 installin 116 LEDs 22 physical specifications 195 redundant 20 slots 12 Timing Frequency Unit see TFU 21 top slots 11 IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 217 Index 218 Release 2.0, 910056 Rev01d
frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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1 | 2003-09-26 | 1931.25 ~ 1988.75 | PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter | Original Equipment |
app s | Applicant Information | |||||
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1 | Effective |
2003-09-26
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1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
CommScope Technologies LLC
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1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0024704082
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1 | Physical Address |
250 Apollo Drive
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Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01571
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United States
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 | TCB Application Email Address |
c******@curtis-straus.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 |
QHY
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1 | Equipment Product Code |
800002-1
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 | Name |
K****** C******
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1 | Title |
HW Project Manager
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1 | Telephone Number |
(978)********
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1 | Fax Number |
(978)********
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k******@commscope.com
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app s | Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
app s | Non Technical Contact | |||||
n/a | ||||||
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 | PCB - PCS Licensed Transmitter | ||||
1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Licensed Base Station | ||||
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 | Grant Conditions 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 |
Curtis-Straus LLC
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1 | Name |
J**** S******
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1 | Telephone Number |
978-4********
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1 | Fax Number |
978-4********
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J******@us.bureauveritas.com
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1 | 1 | 24E | 1931.25000000 | 1988.75000000 | 10.0000000 | 8400.0000000000 Hz | 1M43D7D |
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