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r5050 & rc5050 Series 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Legal Notice The information contained herein is the property of Exalt Communications, Inc. (Exalt) and is supplied without liability for errors or omissions. No part of this document may be reproduced, in any form, except as authorized by contract or other written permission from the owner. Any brand names and product names included in this manual are trademarks, registered trademarks, or trade names of their respective holders. The contents of this document are current as of the date of publication. Exalt reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. The publication of information in this document does not imply freedom from patent or other rights of Exalt or others. 2013 Exalt Communications Inc. All rights reserved. The Exalt logo is a trademark of Exalt Communications, Inc. ExtendAir is a registered trademark of Exalt Communications Inc. Open-Source License Information Per the terms of your Exalt Limited Hardware Warranty, Software License, and RMA Procedures Agreement with Exalt Communications, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries, certain Third Party Software may be provided with and as part of the Exalt products provided to you, and any such Third Party Software files provided are governed by the terms of their separate Third Party Licenses, which licenses give you at least the license rights licensed to you in the Exalt End User Agreement and may give you additional license rights as to the Third Party Software, but only with respect to the particular Third Party Software to which the Third Party License applies. The Exalt Products may include or be bundled with some or all of the following third party software. Copies of the copyright notices and license agreements for any or all of these may be requested by contacting Exalt support at email: support@exaltcom.com. Open Source Code Embedded Linux - OS U-Boot Busy Box License Agreement Boot Code. Both licensed under GPL Version 3 Website www.gnu.org www.sourceforge.net Linux Commands. Licensed under GPL Version 2 www.gnu.org and www.busybox.net www.gnu.org www.openssl.org Expat Wrapper. Licensed under LGPL Version 3 SSL Web Access. Licensed under dual license SNMP Agent. Licensed under NetSNMP (see Copyright Notices) SSH 2 Server; Expat - XML Parser; BarelyFitz Java Script Tabifier; jQuery; and Flotr Java Script Plotting Library. All of which are licensed under MIT License Licensed under GoAhead License Agreement Scew OpenSSL Net-SNMP Dropbear GoAhead Webserver ii www.opensource.org/
licenses/mit-license.php www.goahead.com 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table of Contents Legal Notice . ii Open-Source License Information . ii List of Figures . v List of Tables . v About this Document . vi Revision History . vi Icons . vi Introduction . 1 Related Documentation and Software . 1 The ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios . 1 Basic Features . 3 Pre-installation Tasks . 5 Link Engineering and Site Planning . 5 Familiarization with the ExtendAir eMIMO Series Radios . 5 Initial Configuration and Back-to-Back Bench Test . 6 Time Division Duplex (TDD) Factors . 8 Link Orientation and Synchronization (future feature) . 8 Radio Synchronization (future feature) . 10 Offset Timing . 13 Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) . 14 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) (future feature) . 15 System Installation and Initiation Process . 17 Record Keeping . 18 Installation . 19 Mechanical Configuration and Mounting . 19 Radio Ports and Indicators . 20 Power . 21 Ethernet Lightning/Surge Protection . 21 Antenna/Transmission System . 22 Transmission Line from Antenna to Radio . 23 Antenna Alignment . 25 Configuration and Management . 27 Telnet into the Command Line Interface (CLI) (future feature) . 27 Telnet . 27 Exalt Graphical User Interface (GUI) . 28 Quick Start . 30 Navigating the GUI . 31 Radio Information Page . 32 Administration Settings Page . 33 File Management Page . 35 System Configuration Page . 37 VLAN Settings Page . 39 Antenna Alignment Page . 40 Performance Page . 41 Metrics Link Statistics and Radio Interface Statistics Page . 42 Reboot Page . 44 208363-001 2013-05-01 iii Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Manual Page . 45 Specifications . 47 Physical Specifications . 47 System Specifications, 4.9GHz Band . 49 System Specifications, 5.3GHz Band . 50 System Specifications, 5.4GHz Band . 51 System Specifications, 5.8GHz Band . 52 Interfaces . 53 Interface Connections . 55 RSL/Sync Connector . 55 Power/Ethernet Connector . 55 Antennas . 57 Troubleshooting . 63 General Practices . 63 Typical Indications of Issues . 64 Improper RF Cable Termination . 65 Multipath Propagation . 65 RF Interference . 65 Path Obstruction . 66 Misaligned Antenna . 66 Faulty Antenna (connectorized antenna rc-models only) . 66 Improper Grounding . 66 Insufficient Link Margin . 67 Moisture in the Transmission System . 67 Back-to-back Bench Testing . 69 Basic Test . 69 Specification Performance Verification . 70 General Compliance and Safety . 71 Safety Notices . 73 Regulatory Notices . 75 United States Compliance . 75 Canada Compliance . 76 Europe and ITU Country Compliance . 77 Regulatory ComplianceTBD . 79 EIRP Limits for the United States and Canada . 81 EIRP for the USA and Canada . 81 EIRP Limits for Australia . 83 EIRP Limits for the European Union and ITU Countries . 84 50xx Series EIRP . 84 Declaration of Conformity to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC . 87 EU WEEE . 87 EU RoHS . 88 Exalt Limited Hardware Warranty Software License and RMA Procedures Agreement . 89 Copyright Notices . 95 Index . 99 iv 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios List of Figures Exalt ExtendAir eMIMO Series Radio . 1 Figure 1 Cabling and mounting . 3 Figure 2 Synchronized GPS sources . 12 Figure 3 Internal Sync for two collocated radios . 12 Figure 4 Internal Sync for more than two collocated radios . 13 Figure 5 GPS Sync for more than one collocated radios . 13 Figure 6 Synchronization for radios in a chain . 14 Figure 7 Radio installation tasks . 17 Figure 8 Figure 9 Pole-mount examples . 19 Figure 10 ExtendAir eMIMO Series connectors . 20 Figure 11 CLI main menu . 27 Figure 12 Initiating the browser connection . 29 Figure 13 Browser Login screen . 29 Figure 14 Radio Information page . 30 Figure 15 Exalt GUI window description . 31 Figure 16 Radio Information page . 32 Figure 17 Administration Settings page . 33 Figure 18 File Management page . 35 Figure 19 System Configuration page . 37 Figure 20 VLAN Configuration page . 39 Figure 21 Antenna Alignment page . 40 Figure 22 Performance page . 41 Figure 23 Metrics page . 42 Figure 24 Reboot page . 44 Figure 25 Manual page . 45 Figure 26 RSL & Sync In/Sync Out connector . 55 Figure 27 Power/Ethernet connector . 56 Figure 28 Basic back-to-back bench test configuration . 69 List of Tables Factory default settings . 9 Table 1 ConnectorsTBD . 20 Table 2 LED indicatorsTBD . 21 Table 3 Table 4 Recommended transmission line . 24 Table 5 Default login information . 29 eMIMO Dual-polarity Antennas . 57 Table 6 Table 7 eMIMO Single-polarity Antennas . 60 Product Approvals (Exalt) . 79 Table 8 Table 9 EU and ITU Country Specific EIRP Levels . 86 208363-001 2013-05-01 v Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios About this Document This manual provides a complete description of the ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios and related software. This manual provides planners, engineers, installers, system administrators, and technicians general and specific information related to the planning, installation, operation, management, and maintenance of these devices. Revision History Date Products and Release code 2013-05-01 Draft for compliance submission Icons The following icons denote specific types of information:
Note: This symbol means take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to materials not contained in the manual. Warning! This warning symbol means there is a risk of electric shock. This situation that could cause bodily injury. Before working on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Caution! This symbol means be careful. There is a risk of doing something that might result in equipment damage or loss of data. This is a general warning, caution, or risk of danger. vi 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Introduction Exalt Communications, Inc. thanks you for your purchase. Our goal is to build the highest quality, highest reliability digital microwave radio products. This commitment to quality and reliability extends to our employees and partners alike. We appreciate any comments on how we can improve our products, as well as your sales and Customer Care experience. Customer Care Hotline (USA):
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You must have a user account to view all downloads. Follow the online instructions to create a user account and request access. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios The Exalt ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios are the most advanced quad-band radios operating in the 4.9, 5.3, 5.4, and 5.8 GHz bands. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios connect digital data from one location to another, obviating the need for copper or fiber connectivity, or enhancing existing connectivity by providing a redundancy solution, a primary solution, and/or additional capacity. Figure 1 shows the ExtendAir eMIMO Series digital microwave radio. Figure 1 Exalt ExtendAir eMIMO Series Radio The following ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios are covered in this manual:
r5050 and rc5050 with license key upgrade for 250 Mbps aggregate capacity configured with 100 Mbps aggregate over-the-air capacity (1PoE port plus two Ethernet ports) 1 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios allows operations in a near line-of-sight (nLOS) and non-line-of-
sight (NLOS) conditions. Provide proper path clearance to achieve a high-performance, reliable connection. Perform professional path engineering and site planning before installing this equipment. The primary focus of this document is the installation and management of the digital microwave radio, and assumes that path engineering and site planning has already been performed. ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios utilize radio frequencies in the 4.90 to 4.94 GHz range. In most countries, this frequency band is allocated exclusively for Public Safety usage and specific restrictions for applications may apply. Licensing or registration may be required. Consult your country regulations to determine any restrictions that may apply and any process that must be followed to implement links in this band. ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios utilize radio frequencies in the 5.250 to 5.875 GHz range. In most countries these frequency bands are considered as license-exempt or unlicensed. This means that virtually any user may use these frequencies freely, without paying for access, or any type of prenotification, post-notification or registration. As a result of this designation, users may also move or change these systems at any time, with significant flexibility to the location, orientation and configuration of the system. However, due also to this designation, there may be uncontrolled interference from other similar devices that occupy this spectrum. In these cases, it is up to engineering and maintenance personnel to design the system with existing and future interference sources in mind, recognizing that there is a chance that the interference conditions could be very dynamic, and outages may occur on the system as a result, and that, in some very rare cases, the system may cause interference into another system and may be required to be disengaged or modified/re-oriented to eliminate the interference. If the spectrum in your country is designated as license-exempt or similar, this does not infer that the installer may configure the system in any manner at any location. In most cases, there are regulations, or device-based conditions that limit the use of the device, such as maximum gain antenna, antenna types and maximum output power, as well as, in some cases, application limits, limited geography of use, and other unique regulations. The link design engineer and/or professional installer must determine these limitations and engineer/install the system within the confines of all local regulations. Also, it is required to examine any regulations that may apply to peripheral equipment, installation and cabling of the system that may be regulated for human safety, electrical code, air-traffic control, and other safety-related categories. In certain countries, the spectrum for this product is NOT considered to be license-exempt. In these cases, there may be additional regulatory requirements concerning the location, frequency, power, orientation, configuration, and other aspects of the system, including, in some cases, a need for link registration, coordination, and fees that may apply to the system usage. Please consult your local regulatory organization(s) to determine usage requirements. In almost all cases, either for license-exempt or other designation, the product itself must be authorized for use in your country. Either Exalt or Exalts agent must have applied for certification or authorization to allow the sale and deployment of the system within the country. It is also possible that only certain versions or configurations of the device are allowed within a particular country. Please contact Exalt or your authorized Exalt representative for information pertaining to your country. Note: It is the (professional) installers responsibility to ensure that the radio system is implemented in a legal fashion. Exalt is not liable for any unsafe or illegal installations. 208363-001 2013-05-01 2 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Basic Features ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave radios are intended for all-outdoor mounting and powered by a separately-purchased power injector. In some cases, the radio can be mounted indoors or in an enclosure. Depending on the configuration purchased, the associated antenna is either integrated as part of the unit or connected separately. For the external antenna models, the unit is typically mounted very close to the external antenna to minimize RF cabling and associated losses. Alternatively, the unit can be mounted at an easily accessible location with longer RF cabling to the antenna. Proper lightning or surge suppression devices and associated grounding are required for all connections. Figure 2 Cabling and mounting For highest performance and reliability, it is advised to minimize the length of RF cable and associated transmission system losses between the antenna and the radios antenna port. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios provide connections for a combination of the following data communication interfaces:
One 10/100/1000BaseT (PoE) port and two 10/100 ports ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios are powered by a combined Power/Ethernet cable, and associated power injector. The power injector provides 48VDC to the unit. The power injector and/or external power supply are sold separately. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios provide the following primary features and benefits:
Very high throughput and flexible interface configurations with voice+data combinations High density collocation using ExaltSyncTM (future feature release) Longer range with smaller antennas. Exalt provides the highest system gain advantage with higher transmit power while sustaining higher throughput levels when competitors must lower modulation levels to maintain the link. Space-Time Block Code (STBC) support: The space-time block code used in ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios is based on an Alamouti sequence and uses two antennas to transmit a single data Low-latency optimization and control for voice and data connections 3 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios stream. This allows transmit diversity and power distribution, which reduces linearity requirements and improves the link budget by 3dB. Encryption for extreme wireless security VLAN tagging and QoS Easy-to-use management and configuration Flexible utilized channel bandwidth selection for interference avoidance and frequency coordination Flexible center frequency tuning for interference avoidance and frequency coordination Flexible capacity to meet current connection requirements and future growth needs Carrier-class reliability and performance 208363-001 2013-05-01 4 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Pre-installation Tasks This section describes the steps necessary to prepare a site for the installation of the Exalt Digital Microwave Radio. Link Engineering and Site Planning Design all terrestrial wireless links prior to purchase and installation. Generally, professional wireless engineering personnel are engaged to determine the viability and requirements for a well-engineered link to meet the users needs for performance and reliability. Exalt recommends using a link budget calculator and/or path planning tool to aid in the pre-planning and engineering required to determine following attributes:
Antenna type gain at each end of the link Antenna mounting height/location for proper path clearance Antenna polarization orientation RF cabling type, length, connectors, route, and mounting Antenna system grounding Radio mounting location and mechanisms Radio grounding Radio transmitter output power setting Anticipated received signal level (RSL) at each end Anticipated fade margin and availability performance at each end Radio settings Anticipated throughput performance With respect to radio path and site planning, these radios are generally identical to other microwave terrestrial wireless systems. Engineering of these systems requires specific knowledge about the radios, including:
RF specifications (transmitter output power, receiver threshold, occupied channel bandwidth, and Lightning arrestor type(s), location(s), and grounding carrier-to-interference) Regulatory limitations on transmitter output power setting and antenna type/gain Noise/interference profile for the intended location Familiarization with the ExtendAir eMIMO Series Radios The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios utilize time division duplex (TDD) radio transmission. This means that the transmitted signal in both directions uses the same center frequency and transmits in one direction for a period of time, and then in the opposite direction for another period of time. This total period of time is referred to as the frame length or TDD frame length, and is further discussed in Time Division Duplex (TDD) Factors. 5 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios The two radio terminals are identical hardware, except for the TDD setting in software. When the radios are in their default state, both radios are configured as Radio B. One end of the link must be configured as Radio A before the two ends of the radio system can communicate. It can be considered that Radio A is the primary radio in the link. Radio A provides the master clock and control to Radio B. For most applications, it is not important how the radio link is oriented, only that one end is configured for Radio A and the other for Radio B. For some applications (such as, multi-radio hub sites or repeaters), the orientation of the radio systems may be more critical. See Link Orientation and Synchronization (future feature) for details. Exalt recommends using the Exalt GUI for radio configuration. This interface requires a computer with an Ethernet port and web browser software, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above. See Configuration and Management for details on how to connect to and use the browser-based GUI interface. Shipping Box Contents Two terminals are required to create a link. The terminal box contains the following items:
Radio terminal (configured as Radio B) Mounting kit (for pole mounting) Accessory kit Grounding screw/washers Weather-sealing tape (required for RF connectors on the rc versions) RSL adapter cable Registration card Quick-start guide The power solution for ExtendAir eMIMO Series is sold separately. Any 802.3af compliant power-
over-Ethernet solution may be used. 802.3at compatibility is also provided. Inspect the outer packaging and the contents of the boxes upon receipt. If you suspect any shipping damage or issues with the contents, contact Exalt Customer Care. Note: Register your system as soon as possible. A 2-year Warranty period applies to products registered within 90 days of purchase. The Warranty period is reduced to 1-year for unregistered products and products registered after the first 90 days. Outdoor-rated and shielded CAT5e or CAT6 cable, such as Beldon 1300A, with RJ-45 connectors is recommended for the Ethernet connections. For Ethernet connections, a maximum length of 100 meters applies to the total length of the cabling between the radio terminal and the first network-aware connection (such as a switch or router). Initial Configuration and Back-to-Back Bench Test Every Exalt digital microwave radio goes through extensive quality testing and performance evaluation over the full operating temperature range prior to shipment. However, before installation, it is strongly advised to perform several tests and tasks that are much more difficult to perform once the radio link endpoints are distant from one another. A back-to-back bench test and pre-configuration will provide confidence that the radio link is operational and properly configured prior to installation, so 208363-001 2013-05-01 6 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios that if troubleshooting is necessary, the radio hardware and configuration settings are eliminated from the troubleshooting process. Verify the following in the back-to-back testing:
Confirm that the radio system is generally operational Radios power-up with planned power and wiring solutions Radio firmware version matches on each terminal (and is ideally the latest version) Upgrade license key entry successful RF link connects in both directions Traffic passes across the link Note: Some countries require Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) for certain frequency bands, which delays the transmitter turn-on time during the initial Channel Availability Check period of 1 minute. In accordance with these regulations, the radios boot up, and then wait for 1 minute before linking. Configure connected equipment and cabling Test Ethernet (CAT5e or CAT6) cabling Configure IP settings for configuration and management Configure passwords and security modes Become familiar with the configuration and management interfaces through the Exalt GUI interface Configure radio parameters Set transmitter output power to engineered or allowed level (see RF Output Power Setting) Set operating center frequency Set link distance and occupied channel bandwidth Make detailed radio performance measurements Measure transmitter output power Measure receiver threshold performance Confirm unfaded error-free performance Some of these tasks may not be possible or practical within a bench test environment due to the nature of the remote connectivity of peripheral equipment. However, it is good practice to perform as much as possible in this environment to minimize field/installation time and troubleshooting efforts. Detailed performance measurements are usually not required for pre-installation, but can be easily performed at this stage and may be helpful for later troubleshooting efforts or for internal records. During troubleshooting, there may often be a point at which a back-to-back bench test should be performed to verify many or all of the above items, and in the case of a suspected faulty device, to help confirm the fault and determine which end of the system is at fault and in need of repair or replacement. 7 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: See Back-to-back Bench Testing for detailed instructions. RF Output Power Setting The maximum RF output power is bounded by one of the following criteria:
Maximum RF output power setting capability of the radio device Maximum RF output power allowed/authorized by the local government regulations and for this specific device Maximum effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) of the transmission system allowed/
authorized by the local government regulations and for this specific device Desired RSL to not exceed the maximum RSL allowed by the device Desired RSL to minimize/eliminate interference into neighboring systems Note: In many cases the radio must be pre-configured for legal maximum output power before connecting to the antenna and transmission system. Instructions for adjusting the output power can also be found at the rear of this guide in the EIRP section for your region. Link distance Time Division Duplex (TDD) Factors The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios are very dynamic, allowing the installer to optimize and control the performance of the radio system for the intended application. The following parameters must be carefully determined during the link engineering phase:
Bandwidth Mode (modulation) The following generalizations can be made with regards to these factors:
The setting of the above parameters determines the following performance factors:
Ethernet throughput System latency (delay) The shorter the link distance, the lower the latency, the higher the throughput The higher the bandwidth, the higher the capacity The higher the mode, the higher the capacity Link Orientation and Synchronization (future feature) Link orientation refers to the Radio A and Radio B placement in your network. Link synchronization refers to using external or internal timing to coordinate multiple links. For every link, one end of the radio link must be configured as Radio A, while the other end is configured as Radio B. In single-link systems, it does not matter which end of the system is mounted at which end of the link, and there is typically no requirement for any link synchronization. 208363-001 2013-05-01 8 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Link orientation and synchronization are more important for networks with site(s) where there is more than one link of the same type or for sites using the same type of radio that are very close to each another at one or both ends. Configure collocated radio terminals for the same link orientation. That is, configure all radios at the same location as Radio A or Radio B. It can be advantageous to utilize link synchronization for collocated links. The radios allow the use of an optional GPS synchronization kit. This synchronization controls the transmitter and receiver frame timing so that collocated radios are transmitting at the same time and receiving at the same time. This can substantially reduce the opportunity for self-interference. Without synchronization, collocated radios may be transmitting and receiving at the same time, incurring near-end interference. Note: It is not always necessary to synchronize collocated radios. If antennas are substantially separated or blocked from one another and/or frequency separation tuning is used, the opportunity for near-end interference can be eliminated. When synchronization is required or desired, the following configurations are recommended:
For a two-radio network without GPS, use Internal Sync and connect a single cable between the SYNC/RSL ports on both radios (see RSL/Sync Connector for wiring instructions). For a two-radio network using GPS sync, use two GPS kits or one GPS kit and the ExaltSync Collocation kit. Note: Refer to the ExaltSync Collocation Expansion Kit Quick Start Guide for instructions. For a network of two or more radios using Internal Sync, connect using the ExaltSync Collocation kit. For a network of two or more radios using GPS Sync, connect using one GPS kit and the ExaltSync Collocation kit, or connect using one GPS kit per link. Radio A/B Configuration Use the Exalt GUI to configure the radio terminals for Radio A and Radio B orientation. Since many other parameters also need to be set, and the Exalt GUI is needed for these configurations, this is the best way to completely configure the radio terminals. Radios arrive from manufacture in default configuration, orientated as Radio B and configured as shown in Table 1. Table 1 Factory default settings Parameter Frequency ExtendAir eMIMO Series Radio Settings 5GHz models: 5788 MHz (5600 or 5785 MHz if the regulatory domain does not allow 5788 MHz) 4.9GHz models: 4965 MHz Transmit Power
+4dBm Link Distance Bandwidth
<10 miles 10 MHz 9 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 1 Factory default settings (Continued) Parameter Mode ExtendAir eMIMO Series Radio Settings Mode 1 Link Security Key 000000000000 Administration Password User Password IP Address IP Mask IP Gateway password password 10.0.0.1 255.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 Ethernet Interfaces Auto-negotiation Note: In many cases, the system design will not be identical to the factory default configuration, and in some cases, these differences prohibit the installation of the radio. If at all possible, obtain a computer and configure the radio terminals using the browser-based GUI. See Exalt Graphical User Interface (GUI) for details. Radio Synchronization (future feature) The radio synchronization feature improves the performance of Exalt radios operating in the same frequency band and that are collocated (such as in repeater and hub configurations). Radio synchronization ties radio systems together to operate off of a common clock system, ensuring that all radios simultaneously transmit and receive, and thus eliminating near-field interference issues and related radio system coupling. Synchronization Modes Synchronization can be implemented using either one or multiple GPS sources, or using the radios
'Internal' clocking signal. The following general configurations can be accommodated:
GPS sync, using one GPS source (sold separately) per link. Ideal for links where the radios are not collocated on the same rooftop or tower. GPS sync, using one GPS source (sold separately) to drive timing to multiple collocated links, using one or more sync distribution accessories (sold separately). The ideal solution for networks that have multiple links at one location, but also have more nearby radio links that are not collocated, including repeaters and multi-link backbones. Internal sync, using one radio to synchronize another collocated link. This can be accomplished with a simple cable and proper radio configuration, and ideal when only 2 radios are collocated. Internal sync, using one radio to synchronize to multiple collocated links. This can be accomplished with one or more sync distribution accessories (sold separately). The ideal solution for networks that have multiple links at one location and do not have other nearby links or repeaters and multi-link backbones. 208363-001 2013-05-01 10 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Virtually any combination of hubs and repeater sites, star configurations, and/or backbones can be implemented with synchronization. It is typically necessary or ideal in each configuration to match the following parameters on every radio in the network:
Link Distance Match to the longest distance link in the network. Frame Length Match to the lowest frame length to optimize total system latency or match to a highest frame length to optimize user throughput. Choose an intermediate value to compromise between latency and throughput. Mode It is desirable, but not always necessary, to match the mode for all collocated links. Bandwidth It is desirable, but not always necessary, to match the bandwidth for all collocated links. For complex networks, an Exalt engineer should review multi-link networks before deployment as several factors can optimize the network for desired performance. Note: When GPS Sync is enabled, link initiation typically takes 1 to 3 minutes to allow for the radio to properly synchronize to the available GPS satellites. Figure 3 illustrates two separate radios benefiting from synchronized GPS sources. Figure 3 Synchronized GPS sources Figure 4 illustrates the recommended synchronization method for two links that share a common site at one end of each link. Using internal sync, a cable can be connected between the two radios to accomplish sync. No GPS receiver is required. This approach cannot be used for more than two collocated radios. 11 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 4 Internal Sync for two collocated radios When more than two radio links terminate from the same site, use the sync distribution accessory, ExaltSync Collocation Kit (sold separately) to connect more links to the Internal Sync source, as shown in Figure 5. Use one kit to connect one Sync Source radio to up to three additional links. Each additional kit expands up to three additional links. Figure 5 Internal Sync for more than two collocated radios This approach can also be used using an Exalt GPS source for synchronization, instead of Internal Sync, as shown in Figure 6. This approach is recommended if there are other nearby sites that are not collocated or part of the connected network that need to be synchronized. Using one kit, a single GPS Antenna can synchronize up to 4 collocated links. This can be expanded 3 additional links per additional kit. 208363-001 2013-05-01 12 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 6 GPS Sync for more than one collocated radios At the far end of a synchronized link, if there are additional links to synchronize, use the Sync Out port of the Radio B to drive synchronization to the collocated radios. If there is only one additional radio, connect a cable from Sync Out to the Sync In port of the next radio, which should be configured as Radio A. Set this radio in the chain to Sync Recipient, as shown in Figure 7. If more than one radio is located at the secondary location, to drive synchronization for multiple Radio A terminals connect a ExaltSync Collocation Kit driven from the Radio B Sync Out port. Figure 7 Synchronization for radios in a chain Offset Timing For GPS implementations, manual control of offset timing is also allowed. This provides a means to delay the synchronization signal using a user-defined offset. This is helpful when Exalt radios are near other devices operating in the same frequency band that also use a timing source, such as GPS. The timing source to the Exalt radios can be adjusted to match the other radio system timing source mechanism. Offset timing can also optimize timing intervals for repeaters and backbones. As the distance of each link results in a unique factor for speed-of-light transmission of the radio signal, a subsequent radio can be delayed in timing so that the overall synchronization of radios is precisely maintained. Offset timing can be adjusted in 1-ms intervals, from zero to the radios frame length setting. For example, if using a 2-ms frame length, the offset timing can be set from zero up to 1999 ms. 13 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios When Sync is Lost If the primary sync source (for example, the GPS source) signal is lost due to equipment failure, a disconnected sync cable, loss of satellite link, or other condition, the radio is said to be flywheeling. When flywheeling, the radios clock is free-running off internal clocking and is no longer synchronized to any source. If the original sync source is restored to the flywheeling radios configuration, it attempts to synchronize to this signal without causing transmission interruption. When the flywheeling radio runs independently for long periods of time, the synchronization signal may be too far outside the capture range of the synchronization loop, and portions of transmission frames can be lost during this re-synchronization process. This condition is temporary and all interconnected radios will re-synchronize to the sync source, as necessary. If the flywheeling period is exceeded, the radio will stop transmitting. There is a setting for infinite flywheeling; however, long periods of flywheeling can cause interference with collocated radios. Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) VLAN segments information in a single connection and creates multiple separate connections to secure information of one type or for one set of users from other information types or for other sets of users. Exalts VLAN communications implementation adheres to the IEEE standard 802.1q. In most cases, an Exalt radio acting as a Layer 2 bridge between two locations is only required to pass traffic with VLAN tagging. Without additional configuration, all Exalt radios support frame sizes in excess of 1900 bytes, which currently supports all defined VLAN packet sizes. Note: If an application only requires the transparent passing of VLAN traffic, disable the VLAN function. Link Symmetry (future feature) The default configuration of ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios provides 50/50 symmetrical throughput. The Tx/Rx Throughput Ratio setting enables programming different symmetry for applications where significantly higher throughput in one direction is anticipated such as for video broadcast, video aggregation, or remote server/storage WANs. Exalt does not recommend placing two links with asymmetry back-to-back in a serial configuration due to the TDD cycle of the radios. This configuration requires that one radio transmits in an overlapping time period while another radio is receiving. Physical antenna isolation and/or frequency channel spacing may accommodate this configuration. Asymmetry is, however, ideal for single-hop, multi-link hub/spoke architectures, or simply single independent links. Note: Asymmetry is only supported for a specific subset of system configurations that are optimized for typical asymmetric applications. TDD frame sizes of 2ms and 5ms are supported. The 5ms configuration maximizes the aggregate throughput of the radio for every situation. The 2ms configuration reduces latency to meet latency-
critical applications, especially for multi-link circuit support. The following RF BW/mode combinations are supported for these configurations:
The following Tx/Rx ratios are supported for these configurations:
5, 10, 20, and 40MHz in all bands 65/35 and 35/65 208363-001 2013-05-01 14 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios 80/20 and 20/80 Note: GPS sync is supported with asymmetric settings, but in addition to the other requirements for sync, all radios tied to sync must be set with matching ratios. Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) (future feature) The Exalt radios primarily use a browser-based graphical user interface (GUI) for radio configuration and management, as described in Exalt Graphical User Interface (GUI). In addition, a command line interface (CLI) is provided for serial and/or Telnet access, as described in Configuration and Management. SNMP is often used for management of larger networks as described here. Use SNMP to manage networked devices and execute the following functions:
GET: Obtain information from the device, such as a configuration setting or parameter. SET: Change a configuration setting on the device. TRAP: The device proactively informs the management station of a change of state, usually used for critical alarms or warnings. One feature of the SNMP implementation is that system configuration changes do not take effect using the SET command. Instead, groups of configuration settings can be preconfigured for global change, and a single Save (Commit) command implements all changes. When some parameters are changed, a link may drop and/or management control lost. MIB files allow many parameters to be set at once, allowing only a temporarily dropped link or management control issue. The opposite end radio can be quickly reconfigured, with little downtime for the link and management control. The save (Commit) command is similar to the Update button. Dropped links or management control issues do not occur with every parameter change. Many configuration changes do not impact traffic or management access. Exalt radios utilize SNMPv3, a high security version of SNMP, to ensure secure access to and storing of management data. The SNMPv3 security string matches the admin and user passwords. Passwords must be eight characters or longer. Some models also have legacy SNMP support for customers requiring SNMPv1 and/or SNMPv2. Note: MIB files can be downloaded on the File Management Page. 15 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios System Installation and Initiation Process The tasks required for radio installation and initiation are outlined in the following figure. Transmission System Tasks Radio Preparation Tasks Path & Site Analysis Link Design Build Antenna Structures &
Egress Read This Manual Completely Pre-configure Radios Perform Back-to-Back Test Mount Antennas &
Transmission Line Install & Test Network &
Power Wiring Both Transmission System & Radio Preparation Tasks Must Be Complete Mount Radios Connect Transmission Line Connect Power Align Antennas to Planned RSL Verify LEDs for Good Link Test Network Connectivity Connect &
Test Primary Services Test Network Management System Figure 8 Radio installation tasks 17 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Length/type of primary transmission lines at each site Length/type of secondary transmission line(s) Transmitter output power setting as installed at each site Record Keeping After installation, record the following items for ongoing maintenance and future troubleshooting. Keep a record for each end of the radio link and store a copy of these records at the radio location, at the opposite end radio location, and a central record storage location. GPS coordinates for antenna locations at each site Antenna heights above ground level (AGL), as mounted Antenna model numbers, serial numbers, and specifications Antenna polarization as mounted Model number and serial number of RF lightning arrestors RSL as measured after antenna alignment at each site Designed RSL per original design at each site RSL reading with far-end power off (from each end) Spectrum analyzer plot with far end off at each site Voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR)/return loss at radios antenna connector at each site Radios network management IP address at each site Radios network management gateway address at each site Radios operating frequency, bandwidth setting, and mode of operation Optionally purchased extended warranty and/or emergency service contract details In addition, certain information may be desired for central record-keeping only:
Link security codes and log in passwords (stored in a secure place) Photographs of complete installation End-user sign-off/acceptance documentation (if any) Photo of product identification label (part number, serial number, MAC address information) Electronic copy of radios configuration file Electronic copy of radios installed software 208363-001 2013-05-01 18 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Installation This section presents all tasks required to install the Exalt Digital Microwave Radio. Mechanical Configuration and Mounting The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios are environmentally sealed units intended for deployment outdoors. The device must be deployed within an ambient temperature range as specified, and with non-restrictive airflow around the chassis. The rc models can also be mounted in an enclosure or indoors. The same airflow and temperature conditions apply. All integrated antenna models can be mounted behind a window if window losses are considered in the link budget calculation. Note: Unless rated for outdoor use by the manufacturer, the power injector and power supply must be placed indoors or in an enclosure. Provide proper clearance for all cables and connectors attached to the device. Note that for the rc models, the RF cable connector may require significant clearance for the bend radius of the coaxial cable assembly. All RF connectors, cables, and adapters must be rated for operation within the radios frequency range. RF connector losses must be accounted for within the link engineering design and output power settings. Mounting the System Use the mounting system supplied with each terminal for wall or pole mounting (Figure 9). The pole mounting kit can accommodate a pole 25"/513cm in diameter. Install the mounting system first, and then affix the radio to the mount. The radio can also be affixed to the mount, and the entire assembly
(including radio) mounted. THESE PHOTOS WERE FROM THE SE TRAINING PPT Figure 9 Pole-mount examples For rc models, the mounting solution is a very simple single bracket, using the same pole-mounting band clamps with the same specifications. For the integrated antenna model, it is critical to mount the entire device at the predetermined location for proper path clearance to the link end. Ensure that there is adequate space around the mounting system and the radio to allow for antenna alignment for both azimuth and elevation adjustments. Note: Mount the rc models as close as possible to the antenna to minimize the length and associated losses of RF cabling. 19 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Ports and Indicators This section provides a brief overview of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the device. Details about each item are in other sections of this document. Figure 10 shows the connectors on the ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios. TBD Figure 10 ExtendAir eMIMO Series connectors Connector Overview Table 2 provides details of the connectors. Detailed pin structures for each connector are in Interface Connections. Table 2 ConnectorsTBD Connector SYNC/RSL Power/ETH1 Description
(1) Sync In for TDD Synchronization (from Exalt GPS or second radio or ExaltSync Collocation Kit).
(2) Sync Out for TDD Synchronization (to a second radio or through ExaltSync Collocation Kit to multiple radios).
(3) Antenna alignment RSL voltage (during installation). Connected cables traverse to the power injector (Data+Power side), and provide the following functions:
Primary ports for user Ethernet data (10BaseT, 100BaseT, or 1000BaseT) to traverse link DC power from power injector ETH2 and ETH3 Ports for additional 10BaseT or 100BaseT Ethernet connections, management and/or traffic.
(Ground) Threaded (M5) receptacle. Use a connector cover on all unused connectors for weatherproofing. The connector covers are included in the accessory kit. Use a safety ring on each connector to secure the connector covers. LED IndicatorsTBD Table 3 provides details of the LED indicators on the ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios. Note that there are two LEDs, labeled top and bottom, associated with each connector. 208363-001 2013-05-01 20 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Green LED Type Green LED Table 3 LED indicatorsTBD Location GPS/RSL Top GPS/RSL Bottom ETH2 or ETH3 Top ETH2 or ETH3 Bottom Power/ETH1 Power/ETH1 Bottom Green LED Green LED Green LED Green LED Function Solid when valid GPS connection is detected. Unused Unused Solid when valid when Ethernet Link is present. Blinking when Ethernet traffic is present. Solid when proper power is applied. Solid when Ethernet link is established. Blinking when Ethernet traffic is present. Power The radio requires a 802.3af or 802.3at compliant PoE power source within specifications. Note: Read this section completely before applying power. Terminating the RF Connectors (rc models) Before applying power, the RF connectors must be properly terminated into a 50-Ohm load. If this is not performed, the radio may be damaged by simply applying power. Also, there are human safety factors to consider regarding potentially harmful RF radiation. The following lists a few simple ways to achieve proper termination:
Connect a 50-Ohm coaxial termination device to the RF port of the radio. The termination must be rated to 1W (or more). Example(s) include:
Broadwave Technologies P/N 552-200-002, or similar Connect the complete transmission system. That is, the RF cabling including the antenna. The cabled antenna provides a proper termination for the RF output. Connect a fixed (or a series of fixed) 50-Ohm attenuator(s) to the RF connector, either directly or at the end of an RF transmission line. The attenuator must be at least 30dB as specified at the operating frequency and rated for a minimum of 1W input power. Examples include:
Broadwave Technologies P/N 352-103-xxx Bird 2-A-MFN-xx JFW Industries 50FP-xxx-H6-N Cover any unused connector with the connector cap and apply the weather-seal tape. Both cap and tape are included in the accessory kit. Ethernet Lightning/Surge Protection To provide for human safety and for the safety of connected network equipment, it is highly recommended to place a weatherproof lightning suppression device at the egress point where the CAT5e or CAT6 cable(s) enter the building, shelter, or cabinet. 21 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios To protect the radio equipment, install a weatherproof lightning suppression device near the radio for all connected CAT5e or CAT6 cables. Any Ethernet surge protection device used for the PoE port must be rated for 802.3af use, and for 1000BaseT operation. For the ETH2 and ETH3 connections, any 100BaseT rated surge protection device can be used. Use a short CAT5e or CAT6 cable for the connection between the radio and the first arrestor. Use bulk outdoor-rated CAT5e or CAT6 cable for the longer run between arrestors, and indoor- or outdoor-rated cable with a standard CAT5e or CAT6 termination for the connection from the egress arrestor and power injector. If the radio arrestor is deleted from the design, Exalt resellers can supply a longer cable with the proper weatherproof connector for the connection from the radio to the egress arrestor. Note: Use only outdoor-rated UV-resistant CAT5e or CAT6 cable. This cable must have an outer diameter between 0.25"/6.35 mm and 0.31"/7.87mm. Belden 1300A is recommended. Securely hand-tighten all connectors on the ODU to ensure a weatherproof seal. Antenna/Transmission System This section provides guidance to mounting and connecting the RF transmission system, which consists of the antenna, RF cabling, and RF lightning arrestors. Consult the manufacturers instructions for proper mounting, grounding, and wiring of these devices, and for definitive direction. These manufacturers instructions supersede any information in this section. See Table 7 and Table 6 for lists of supported antennas. Initial Antenna Mounting The antenna must be an exact model recommended by the path and site planning engineer(s). Mount the antenna at the proper height, mast/mounting location and polarization orientation as determined by the path and site planning engineer(s). The model type, location, and orientation of the antenna is critical with respect to achieving proper path clearance, as well as to mitigate external or self-
interference from nearby or collocated systems operating in or near the same frequency band. Warning! Mount the antenna in a restricted area and in a manner preventing long-term human exposure to the transmitted RF energy. To comply with FCC and Industry Canada regulations, the minimum safe distance from the antenna for continuous human exposure is 10'/3m. The antenna structure must be secure and safe with respect to the mounting of the antenna, transmission system weight, radio housing, and the combined weight of any personnel that may climb or attach to the structure. The combined weight of items and forces on the structure must be carefully considered in the design and construction of the structure. This must include the weight bearing on the structure in the highest wind conditions possible in the region, and with respect to all objects affixed to the structure. If additional objects are affixed to the structure in the future, it may be important to evaluate both the mechanical impact of these planned additions (with respect to wind and weight loading), as well as the potential impact to RF interference and frequency coordination (if additional radio equipment is anticipated). This is especially important if future equipment is likely to operate within the same frequency band. 208363-001 2013-05-01 22 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Once the antenna is mounted, cabled, and aligned, your goal is to never require modification. This prior planning is important in the path and site planning stages and in construction of the antenna structure. Follow the antenna manufacturers instructions for mechanical mounting of the antenna. Ensure that there is enough room around the antenna for alignment activities (moving the antenna in vertical and horizontal arcs), and for the RF transmission line to connect to the antenna connector unobstructed and within the specified bend radius requirements of the transmission line. At this point, the antenna mounts should be fully secure to the structure, the feed of the antenna securely mounted to the antenna (if the feed is a separate assembly), and the azimuth and elevation adjustments not completely tightened in preparation of the antenna alignment activity. It is a good practice to connect the transmission line to the antenna connector as early in the process as possible, to reduce the opportunity for debris or moisture to enter either the antenna connector or the transmission line connector. Use a connector cover or other temporary measures to ensure that the connector is kept clear. Take extra care if the antenna is installed during inclement weather to ensure that no moisture gets inside the antenna connector at any time. Now the antenna can be aimed in the general direction required for the link. Use a compass, a reference bearing, binoculars or any other similar device to point the antenna in the direction
(generally) of the far end radio, and then slightly tighten the azimuth and elevation adjustments so that the antenna maintains its general position and is safe to be left without additional securing. Refer to the Exalt white paper, Antenna Alignment, for more information on antenna alignment techniques. Transmission Line from Antenna to Radio Most installations use a very short length of coaxial transmission line for the connection between the antenna and the radio device. Coaxial transmission line can either have a solid or braided shield. Solid-
shield cables are more resistant to external signal coupling and interference, but are generally stiffer than braided cables. Consult the path or site engineer(s) to ensure that the proper materials are chosen for the installation and that all factors were considered. Generally, the larger the diameter of the transmission line, the lower the loss. So for longer runs of transmission line, larger diameter cables are highly advised. However, at every frequency, there is a maximum diameter cable that supports the operating frequency. Verify the specifications. This should is determined in the path and site planning process. Table 4 lists representative samples of transmission line types recommended for the Exalt Digital Microwave Radio. 23 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 4 Recommended transmission line Manufacturer Type Andrew LDF4-50 Description 1/2-inch solid shield Loss at 4.9GHz Loss at 5.3GHz Loss at 5.8GHz 5.6dB/100'
6.0dB/100'
5.7dB/100'
Andrew LDF4.5-50 5/8-inch solid shield N/A 4.4dB/100'
4.7dB/100'
Times Times RFS RFS LMR-600 1/2-inch braided shield 6.8dB/100'
6.9dB/100'
7.3dB/100'
LMR-900 5/8-inch braided shield N/A 4.6dB/100'
4.9dB/100'
LCF12-50J 1/2-inch solid shield 5.5dB/100'
5.6dB/100'
5.9dB/100'
LCF12-58J 5/8-inch solid shield N/A 4.5dB/100'
4.8dB/100'
It is critical that the transmission line and antenna be capable of supporting the same type of connector, or easily adapted. It can be important to minimize the number of connectors and adapters, and it is ideal that they match directly without adaptation. In most cases, transmission line allows for N-type male connectors and antennas have N-type female connectors. If possible, connect the primary transmission line directly to the antenna. It is desired to have the fewest possible pieces of transmission line in the system, to minimize losses and points of failure from connectors. The antenna can typically accommodate a direct connection if planned in advance. Use a 90 adapter for the connection to the antenna, if necessary, but confirm that all connectors and transmission lines are properly specified for the operating frequency with minimum loss, proper impedance (50 Ohm) and proper VSWR characteristics. Transmission line connector termination is a critical element of the installation. Many factory built RF transmission lines do not provide the proper characteristics for proper transmission, despite their published specifications, often due to the fully or semi-automated process of factory termination, which may not have considered the frequency of your system. When buying pre-terminated transmission line, it is strongly advised to obtain the documentation of test measurements on the connected transmission line showing that the loss characteristics and VSWR are within the specified limits specifically at your operating frequency. In addition to factory-built transmission line, self-
terminated transmission line can suffer the same issues. Caution: Always follow the manufacturers termination process EXACTLY, and only use the manufacturers authorized tools and connectors for a given transmission line type. The manufacturers of transmission line typically offer instruction and certification for transmission line termination, and may also provide videos illustrating the process. There is no amount of extra care, education, precision, and effort that can be overstated for this process. There is often a need for a small excess of transmission line near the antenna to accommodate both the need for extra slack as the antenna is loosened and moved for the alignment process, and to accommodate a drip loop for the transmission line and the initial transmission line securing hardware and grounding near the antenna. In addition, the transmission line is typically very stiff, and can provide undue pulling force on the antenna or radio connector. Take care to align the cable with the connector so that it does not provide any torque or strain on the connector. Consult your transmission line manufacturer for the proper transportation, hoisting, securing, and grounding process. Always be very mindful of the entire length of transmission line to ensure that the transmission line is never twisted, kinked, or over-bent beyond the specified bend radius. Once a 208363-001 2013-05-01 24 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios transmission line is over-bent or kinked, it will likely never recover its specified characteristics, even after straightening, and will often be completely unusable. The opposite end of this primary transmission line typically terminates at the radio connector. If using a long transmission line (in excess of 3'/1m), an RF lightning arrestor is recommended to protect the radio equipment. As soon as practical, weatherproof the connected ends of the transmission line to the antenna and lightning arrestor and radio. This process should be delayed as long as possible to ensure that all systems are working properly before applying the weatherproofing. Once weatherproofing is applied, it may have to be removed for testing or installation modification. With this in mind, if the installation is occurring during inclement weather, take extra care at all times to ensure that no moisture enters any connector at any time. If moisture is suspected to have compromised the antenna or transmission line, it may render those devices useless without any means for remedy except for full replacement. Cap and weatherproof the second antenna connector on the radio if using a single-polarity antenna. Indoor Mounting On rare occasions the antenna can be mounted indoors behind a window. In these cases, there would not be a need for drip loops or an RF lightning arrestor. Use a very short transmission line connected directly between the antenna and the radio mounted nearby. The weatherproofing process can also be omitted. Polyphaser AL-LSXM RF Lightning Arrestor RF lightning arrestors provide a direct path to ground for lightning strikes that may couple to or directly hit the outdoor transmission system or antenna structure. The RF lightning arrestor prevents any associated voltage and current from entering the radio equipment, other equipment, or humans. The following lightning arrestors are examples of proper devices for Exalt Digital Microwave Radios:
Citel PRC5800 Mount and ground the RF lightning arrestor in accordance to the manufacturers recommendations. Place it as close as possible to the radio equipment. Minimize the distance to the radio to lessen the opportunity for lightning to couple to or strike the unprotected section of transmission line (if any). Consult a qualified electrician or installer in all cases of grounding and lightning arrestor implementation. Antenna Alignment Antennas must be installed at both ends of the planned link to commence precision alignment. Refer to the Exalt white paper, Antenna Alignment. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios have an integrated antenna. Antennas are typically aligned using the radio hardware for precise alignment. However, there are many very useful tools available to aid in this process, inclusive of devices specifically designed for the purpose of aligning antennas. Some examples are:
XL Microwave Path Align-R Use of these devices may be extremely advantageous as compared to using the radio, because they employ many unique facilities to aid in this process. Using these tools also makes it possible to align Teletronics 17-402 25 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios the antennas before the radio equipment is delivered. However, many installers successfully use the radios as the means for antenna alignment. The following are the primary facilities when using the radio to align the antenna:
RSL voltage connection using a volt meter (recommended) Insert the included adapter into the GPS connector on the radio housing and the opposite end connected to a volt meter. The RSL test point DC voltage is inversely proportional and numerically calibrated to the received signal level. The voltage rises as the antennas are less in alignment, and falls as antennas are more in alignment. The voltage measurement corresponds to the received signal level in measurements of dBm (a negative number for RSL measurements). For example, an RSL of -60dBm yields an RSL voltage measurement of 0.60VDC; an RSL of 45dBm measures 0.45VDC. Audio alignment buzzer Enable the audio alignment buzzer through the Exalt GUI. When enabled, the radio enclosure emits a sound. The pitch rises when higher (better) levels of RSL are achieved. Align the antennas until the highest pitch is accomplished. The tone is continuous when the two ends of the radio system are in communication. Otherwise, the buzzer beeps. Exalt GUI RSL reading indicates the current RSL in dBm. Note: There is a slight delay in RSL readings in the GUI as the RSL levels change. In this case, fine alignment can be done in small adjustments allowing a small gap of time so that the impact of the adjustment on the GUI display catches up to real time. Note: Only use the browser-based GUI for antenna alignment if there are no other means available. If this method is required, refer to Exalt Graphical User Interface (GUI). The RSL reading can be read on a PC or any handheld computing device that supports an HTML browser and Ethernet connectivity. 208363-001 2013-05-01 26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Configuration and Management This section describes the command line interface (CLI) and Exalt graphical user interface (GUI). Telnet into the Command Line Interface (CLI) (future feature) Use a Telnet connection to access the CLI in the Exalt Digital Microwave Radios. Use the CLI to set key parameters on the system. Connect to the Radio in a Telnet Session Make the Telnet connection to the radio through the Ethernet port. Use Windows and perform the following steps:
1 Open a command prompt or MS-DOS prompt (Start>Run). 2 Type C:\>Telnet <IP Address> at the command line:
The default IP address is 10.0.0.1 Telnet Use Telnet when prompted to enter the administration level login and password. The default administration login is admin and password is password. It is recommended that the default administration password be reset by performing a radio reset. Figure 11 shows the three menu choices available after log in. Figure 11 CLI main menu The following selections can be made on all screens:
Ctrl+\ (control and backslash keys) = exit session 0 = back to previous screen 9 = help 27 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Exalt Graphical User Interface (GUI) The Exalt GUI is the primary user interface for configuring and troubleshooting the radio and radio system. A computer or hand-held device with a conventional HTML browser and Ethernet port is required. Microsoft Internet Explorer is the preferred browser. Firefox, Chrome and Safari are also supported. Preparing to Connect If the radios are new, both radios are preconfigured as Radio B, and have the same IP address. The initial priority is to configure one radio to Radio A and assign different IP addresses, unique to each radio. There are two ways to change the IP address:
1 Reset the radio to the critical default factory settings. 2 Connect to the GUI using the default IP address (10.0.0.1), and change the IP address through the GUI interface. Note: To connect to the radios Ethernet port and use the GUI interface, the accessing computer must match the radios IP address subnet. It is therefore necessary to either change the radios IP address through the CLI to match the subnet of the computer, or change the computers IP address to match the subnet of the radio (such as, a computer IP address of 10.0.0.10 if trying to connect to a radio set to the factory default IP address of 10.0.0.1). To configure a radio as Radio A, connect to the GUI and change the configuration, as discussed in this section. Make Connections It is recommended that one radio at a time be configured, on a bench, before taking the radios to the field for installation:
Terminate the RF connector with a 50-Ohm termination or a fixed attenuator of at least 20dB (see Power). Note: Do not connect the radios in a back-to-back configuration. If the radios are set to their factory default settings, both radios are configured as Radio B and cannot communicate. Both radios also have the same IP address, which causes IP address conflicts Note: The IP address subnet of the accessing computer must match the radios IP address subnet to connect using Ethernet. Once connected to the radio using Ethernet, log in to the Exalt GUI. Log In Use the following steps to log in to the Exalt GUI. 1 Open a browser window. Microsoft Internet Explorer is the recommended browser. Netscape, Mozilla, and Firefox are also supported. If there are issues with your browser, please report it to Exalt Customer Care. You may be required to use a different browser to immediately overcome issues. 2 Type the IP address of the radio in the address bar. 208363-001 2013-05-01 28 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 12 Initiating the browser connection The following window displays after pressing the Enter key or clicking the Go button in the browser window. Figure 13 Browser Login screen Login Privileges There are two levels of login privileges:
Administrator (admin) assigned complete permissions to view, edit, and configure User (user) assigned limited, view-only permissions with no edit or configuration rights The default login names and passwords are as follows:
Table 5 Default login information Privilege level Administrator User User name admin user Default password password password Administrator login credentials are required for configuration purposes. Type the user name and passwords for Administrator level and click OK. The following screen displays. 29 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 14 Radio Information page Quick Start To establish a link on the bench, apply the following basic configurations to the radio terminal. Use the steps in the Quick Start Guide included with the radio. A summary of the items that need to be configured are:
Radio IP address for each end. Each end must have a different IP address and cannot match the accessing computers IP address or any address assigned if radios are part of a larger network. It may be required to change the IP address of the accessing computer after changing the IP address of the radio so that the IP subnet matches. The radio IP address is listed on the Administration Settings Page. If all other parameters are still configured at their factory default settings, the radios can now be connected back-to-back to verify that the link is communicating and perform any other desired tests. See Back-to-back Bench Testing for test information. Note: Click the Save button to save changes on any page. Also on all pages until saved, changed fields display with an orange background. Encryption Key (Administration Settings Page) Most configuration parameter settings are intuitive. The following link parameters must match at both ends for the link to communicate:
Bandwidth (System Configuration Page) Subnet Mask (Administration Settings Page) 208363-001 2013-05-01 30 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: Changing any of these parameters causes a temporary loss of link. The GUI displays a warning and provides an opportunity to cancel changes. Navigating the GUI The GUI provides the primary interface for all configuration and management. In the navigation pane, click the page link to access that page. There are two sections of the main GUI window:
Navigation pane Main window PAGE LINK NAVIGATION PANE MAIN WINDOW Figure 15 Exalt GUI window description 31 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Information Page This page provides general information about the local radio terminal. This information is helpful for troubleshooting and for record keeping. Figure 16 Radio Information page 208363-001 2013-05-01 32 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Administration Settings Page This page allows contains general parameters for the radio system. The Current Value column lists entries actual settings. Desired changes are entered in the New Value column. After all desired changes are entered, click the Update button to accept and enable changes. Figure 17 Administration Settings page Most entries on this page are self-explanatory. The following lists unique or important parameters. Radio Default: Resets ALL configurations to their default settings. Note: On the far-end radio when you click the Radio Default button, the link to the radio is lost because the only configurations that are not reset are the IP addresses. Fill in the date and time fields as soon as practical. Events are captured with time/date stamps, which is valuable information for troubleshooting. Reset the admin and user passwords. These passwords should not match. If the admin password remains at the factory default setting, it provides an opportunity for random reassignment by a network-connected user. The new password must be entered twice. If the passwords do not match and the Update button clicked, the password is not changed and remains set to the previous password. 33 208363-001 2013-05-01 Enter the license key provided by Exalt to access extended features. Click Update to accept the changes and enable the new features. License keys are issued by radio serial number, so ensure that the license key used was issued for this particular radio. Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Access List Filtering: Enable this option to limit Radio A and Radio B connections to only provisioned radios (that is, those provisioned through the peer MAC address). For Radio B, access filtering is mandatory. Enable Access List Filtering for the Radio A to allow any Radio B to connect. Peer Mac Address: When Access List Filtering is enabled, Radio A only connects to the Radio B identified in the MAC address. Encryption: Not applicable when Open is selected. WPA2 (AES) is the available authentication protocol, which provides additional data security for the wireless link. This feature requires that both radios have a valid AES encryption key, simply insert a matching hexadecimal string on both terminals and enable the Access List Filtering option. 208363-001 2013-05-01 34 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios File Management Page This page allows the administrator to upload and download files to and from the radio. The following types of files can be uploaded: configuration, license, and radio firmware. When uploading Configuration Files, current configuration parameters are immediately overwritten, and the unit automatically reboots. When uploading radio firmware files, the file is placed into reserve memory space. Figure 18 File Management page The following types of files can be downloaded: radio firmware, configuration, and license key. Use the following steps to download a file. 1 Select the radio button for the type of file to download (Radio Firmware, License Key, or Configuration). 2 Browse to the file location, and select the file. 3 Click the Upload to Radio button and wait for the radio to prepare the file for download. For some file downloads, a second page/link appears. The file download and upload is useful when configuring several radios with similar settings. A copy of the configuration file can also help restore radio settings. In addition, a copy of the Exalt default configuration file is helpful to restore the radio to factory settings. Note: Do not change the name of any download file. The configuration file must be named config.nv. To keep track of multiple configuration files, use a folder naming system or temporarily rename the file, however, it must be named config.xml before it can be uploaded to a radio. Never change radio firmware file names under any circumstances. If copying the same configuration file into multiple radios, take as some parameters will match and that may be undesirable. However, it may be easier to change just a subset of parameters rather than every parameter. The following parameters can cause problems or confusion if they match at each of a link:
Radio Name 35 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Link Name Endpoint Identifier IP Address The following parameters can match at both ends of the link:
WPA2 (AES) License Key (although each link should be different) Admin and User passwords Bandwidth RF Frequency Note: In all cases, the radio reboots after a new file is selected. This places the radio out of service for a short time. 208363-001 2013-05-01 36 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios System Configuration Page This page contains several critical system parameters. Figure 19 System Configuration page Most entries on this page are self-explanatory. The following lists unique or important parameters. Disable the Radio Transmission Status parameter to stop transmitting to the far-end radio. Set the Endpoint Identifier parameter to either Radio A or Radio B. Select the Band 5 GHz ISM or 4.9GHz parameter radio button. Note: 4.9GHz band operation is restricted in most countries to Government or Public Safety use. Consult with local regulatory restrictions prior to operating in this band. Select the Channel parameter with the value assigned to the radio license. For 5.8GHz ISM operation, select Auto Select ISM if desired to scan for the ISM frequency with the least noise or interference. The Radio B always searches for the Radio A. This parameter must match at both ends of the link. Select the Bandwidth parameter as determined in the design/engineering stage. This parameter must match at both ends of the link. 208363-001 2013-05-01 37 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: Changing Bandwidth will temporarily interrupt traffic. The Channel and Bandwidth parameters must match at each end. Adjust the far-end radio first, and then the near-end radio. Changing Bandwidth changes the radios threshold. A narrower bandwidth has better threshold performance and improved interference immunity, therefore if changing to a wider bandwidth, there is an opportunity that the link may be lost and unrecoverable through GUI control. Check the available fade margin to determine if the impact to threshold and increased bandwidth is acceptable to maintain the link and the desired performance. If the link is lost due to increasing the Bandwidth parameter, travel to the radio location(s) may be required to reset the value. Set the Antenna Type parameter as used in the installation. Set the Antenna Gain parameter to match the installed transmission system gain (that is, the gain of the antenna minus all losses between the radio and the antenna). Set the Radio Transmit Power Limit parameter to the designed level (dBm). The professional installer sets this value or dictates the value of this setting to the system administrator following the system design and local regulations. In many cases, this value must be set to a proper value to comply with legal restrictions. Improper values can result in liability to the user and/or installer. Note: Changing Radio Transmit Power may temporarily interrupt traffic. Small changes in output power do not normally interrupt traffic, but larger changes may. Do not adjust the Radio Transmit Power parameter to a value higher than is legally allowed. Do not adjust the Radio Transmit Power parameter lower than the link budget and fade margin can afford. Note: The link may be lost and unrecoverable through GUI control. If the link is lost due to reduction of Radio Transmit Power, travel to the radio location(s) may be required to reset the value. Set the Link Distance parameter to optimize radio performance for the maximum link distance. Shorter distances provide better reaction times for error packet retransmissions, which allows better throughput (given the same RSL level). Note: Do not select a range less than the actual link distance. This will cause failure and collisions on transmission between the radios. 208363-001 2013-05-01 38 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios VLAN Settings Page VLAN is disabled as the default setting for Exalt radios. The Exalt radios still pass VLAN and non-
VLAN traffic across the link, but do not examine the VLAN traffic or act upon it. Enable VLAN using the Exalt GUI for expanded VLAN support. Figure 20 VLAN Configuration page Note: Once a VLAN is configured or modified and the Update button clicked, the management connection will likely be lost. The management connection to the radio must follow the configuration to the assigned VLAN. After configuring and enabling the management VLAN on the radio, reconfigure your networks management access to match the settings on the radio. VLAN configurations are maintained even when VLAN is disabled. That is, the VLANs can be configured and the configuration saved, even though they are not active until VLAN is enabled. Use the following methods to restore the management connection if a mistake was made assigning the management VLAN and access cannot be restored: Reset the radio to the critical factory defaults. The following VLAN configurations are provided:
Gigabit (PoE/ETH1) Fast-Ethernet (ETH2 and ETH3) 39 208363-001 2013-05-01 Antenna Alignment Page This page aids with antenna alignment. Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 21 Antenna Alignment page Input the MAC address of the peer radio. This is mandatory for Radio A and optional for Radio B. Click Alignment Start to initiate alignment. Audio beeps indicate the received signal level. The RSSI displays when alignment completes or when Alignment Stop is clicked. Click Alignment Stop when you are satisfied with antenna alignment. 208363-001 2013-05-01 40 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Performance Page This page provides statistical information about the performance of the system in relation to the integrity of the user data and the RF link. Figure 22 Performance page The WLAN MAC Address field indicates the local radio MAC address. The Radio Transmission Status field allows you to disable transmissions on this radio. The Operational Mode field indicates which mode the radio is in: master or client. The Radio Freq field is the measurement of the received signal level at the radio antenna port. This is the measured level of the RF signal coming from the opposite end of the radio link. The Transmit Power field lists the transmit signal quality (dBm). The Link Quality field indicates the strength of the link at both ends. The Signal Level field indicates the worst (lowest) received signal level that occurred since the last counter reset. It is helpful to know if the RSL dropped significantly from the normal level, or has reached a level near or below threshold. The Noise Level field displays the noise interference (dBm) detected in the link. The Client Connected to Master field lists the address of Radio B that connected to this Radio A unit. 41 208363-001 2013-05-01 Metrics Link Statistics and Radio Interface Statistics Page The Metrics page lists link and radio interface statistics. Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 23 Metrics page The link statistics listed are:
Rx packets the number of data packets received Rx packets errors the number of data packet errors Rx packets dropped the number of data packets dropped Rx bytes the number of data bytes received The radio interface statistics are:
Packets sent on the interface Packets received on the interface Tx packets the number of data packets transmitted Tx packets errors the number of transmit data packet errors Tx packets dropped the number of transmit data packets dropped Tx bytes the number of data bytes transmitted 208363-001 2013-05-01 42 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Received PHY error packets Received CRC error packets Bad ACK received is a count of data unacknowledged frames. Note that the number of frames transmitted is not synonymous with ETH frames received from the external network. Data frames are different units of transmission. Non-zero values are not necessarily bad; it is normal to have these errors with resends and ACM involved. Good RTS Bad FCS Keep Alive (Radio B only) Rate index 0 to 15 stats indicates the modulation level. The higher the number the better modulation rate is achieved. 43 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Reboot Page Use this page to reboot the radio. The function may never be required, but can be used in emergencies. All configurations that require a reboot automatically reboot on administrator confirmation. Figure 24 Reboot page 208363-001 2013-05-01 44 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Manual Page The manual (this document or the version that matches the installed firmware) is available within the GUI. Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.5 or higher is required (go to www.adobe.com to download Acrobat Reader). Click the Manual link to display the manual within the browser window. Once the manual displays, click the save button on the PDF toolbar to download the manual locally. Figure 25 Manual page 45 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Specifications This section presents specifications for the ExtendAir eMIMO Series of Digital Microwave Radios. Physical Specifications Integrated Antenna Models Physical Configuration Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Operating Temperature Altitude Humidity Environmental Outdoor unit (ODU) 13.3 x 13.3 x 4.5 inches / 33.8 x 33.8 x 11.4 cm 7 lbs, 3.18 kg 40 to +149F /40 to +65C 15,000'/4.6 km 100% condensing IP-67 Connectorized Antenna Mode (rc models) Physical Configuration Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Operating Temperature Altitude Humidity Environmental Outdoor unit (ODU) 9.4 x 9.4 x 5.25 inches / 23.9 x 23.9 x 13.34 cm 6 lbs. 2.72 kg 40 to +149F /40 to +65C;
15,000'/4.6 km 100% condensing IP-67 47 208363-001 2013-05-01 Common System Specifications Power Control Step Size Selectable Modulation Modes Maximum RSL Receiver Threshold (BER=10-6) Maximum Aggregate Over-the-Air Capacity Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios 1.0dB BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM 0dBm no damage QPSK: 25dBm error-free 64QAM: 30dBm error-free dBm 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz Mbps 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 99 96 93 90 94 91 88 85 89 86 83 80 83 80 77 74 BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 2 4.5 13 27 13.5 27 130 270 9 18 78 162 4.5 9 39 81 Maximum Range Link Latency Error Floor Frequency Stability Link Security 120 km
<3 ms typical 10-12
+7 ppm 96-bit Security Code, over-the-air 128-bit AES encryption 208363-001 2013-05-01 48 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 4.9GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power (at full power) Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Receiver Threshold (BER=10-6) 49404990MHz
+20dBm STBCa 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz dBm 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 99 96 93 90 94 91 88 85 89 86 83 80 83 80 77 74 Non-overlapping Channelsb 5MHz 10 10MHz 5 20MHz 2 40MHz N/A a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 49 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.3GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power (at full power) Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 52505350MHz
+21dBm STBCa 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 20 10MHz 10 20MHz 5 40MHz 2 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 208363-001 2013-05-01 50 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.4GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power (at full power) Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 54705725MHz
+21dBm STBCa 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 51 10MHz 29 20MHz 14 40MHz 7 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 51 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.8GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power (at full power) Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 57255875MHz
+28dBm STBCa 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 26 10MHz 18 20MHz 9 40MHz 4 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 208363-001 2013-05-01 52 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Interfaces RF Connector Impedance Ethernet Connectors Interface Speed Duplex Compliance N-type female (2, rc-model only) 50 Ohms 3x RJ48C/RJ-45, female 1x 10/100/1000/BaseT 2x 10/100BaseT Half, full, auto 802.3 Sync-In Sync-Out Connector RJ-45, female Power DC Power Injector (sold separately) 6-pin barrier strip Connector 48VDC (802.3af compliant, 802.3at compatible) Input Voltage Consumption
<13 W 53 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Interface Connections This section provides the pin number assignment and wiring information for the connectors on the ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios. All connectors are shown as viewed from the radio rear panel, oriented with the PoE connector at the lower left corner. RSL/Sync Connector This connector can be used during the antenna alignment process, to provide a received signal level
(RSL) voltage to a voltmeter. The connector is also used for connection to an optional Exalt GPS antenna for the purposes of GPS synchronization, or used to send or receive sync signals to a collocated radio, or to an ExaltSync Collocation Kit, for multiple radio sync. Figure 26 illustrates the pin orientation and functionality for this connector. Pin Function 1
+5V out to GPS antenna 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ground Tx Data to GPS antenna Enable signal to GPS antenna Rx Data from GPS antenna Sync input signal Received Signal Level (RSL) Sync output signal Figure 26 RSL & Sync In/Sync Out connector Two Radio Internal Sync Out/In If using the Internal Sync Out/In function between two radios only, connect Pin 8 from the Sync Out radio to Pin 6 of the Sync In radio and use a straight connection for Pin 2. Connect no other pins. To ease the need to keep track of which end of the cable is for In and Out, consider cross-connecting Pins 6 and 8, with a straight connection for Pin 2. Connect no other pins. Sync Distribution Accessory If using a sync distribution accessory (sold separately), connect CAT5e cabling straight from the radio Sync connector(s) to the accessory. Power/Ethernet Connector This connector is the primary connector on the radio, and must be connected to provide power to the radio, and primary Ethernet communications for traffic and Ethernet. Figure 27 illustrates the pin orientation and functionality for this connector. The Ethernet cable between the PoE injector must be wired as a straight connection. The wiring follows typical wiring for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), and is 802.3af compliant and 802.3at compatible. 55 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Paired with Pin 2 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 1 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 6 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 5 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 4 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 3 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 8 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 7 (with 48VDC) Figure 27 Power/Ethernet connector 208363-001 2013-05-01 56 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Antennas The ExtendAir eMIMO Series digital microwave radios are intended for use in the USA. In some countries, antennas exceeding a certain level of gain may be unlawful. Refer to RF Output Power Setting for details on regulatory limits. ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios with integrated antennas have software selectable midband gain of 9, 17, or 23 dBi with a beamwidth of 3dB at 60, 20, and 10 degrees, respectively. Table 6 lists dual-polarity antennas for the ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios. Table 6 eMIMO Dual-polarity Antennas Manufacturer Model Number MA-WC56-DP9 MA-WE56-DP12 MA-WD56-DP13 MT-463012/NVH MA-WE56-DP15 Type Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel KBT65VH15-5158RT0 Panel MT-463013/NVH MA-WD55-DS16 MA-WD56-DP16 MA-WD56-DSV16 MA-WD62-DS16 MA-WD62-DP16 MT-484052/NVH Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel KBT65DP17-5158RT0 Panel MA-WC55-DS17 MA-WC62-DP17 TDJ-5158BKR2 MA-WC56-DP17 MT-485005/VHN MA-WA56-DP19 MA-WA56-DP19 Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Diameter Gain
(dBi) Band Support, GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 1.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 0.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 9 12 13 14 14.5 15 15.5 16 16 16 16 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 208363-001 2013-05-01 MTI Mars Mars MTI Mars KBT MTI Mars Mars Mars Mars Mars MTI KBT Mars Mars KBT Mars MTI Mars MTI 57 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 6 eMIMO Dual-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number MTI MTI MTI MTI MTI MT-485053/NVH MA-WA56-DP20 MT-465017/NVH MT-485025/ND MA-WA56-DP25N RadioWaves FPD1-5-24 ARC Wireless PD5823B88 Mars Mars MA-WA56-DP25N MA-WA62-DP24 Type Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Diameter 0.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft Wireless Beehive 5.8DP-26 Solid Parabolic 1.5 ft General Dynamics HQFD2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics QFD2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft KBT L-Com MTI TDJ-4958P6AC2 Panel 2 ft HG5158DP-29D Solid Parabolic 2 ft MA-QA56-DP28NB Panel 2 ft RadioWaves HPD2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft CommScope HPX2F-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Laird Mars HDDA5W-29-DP Solid Parabolic 2 ft MA-WA62-DP30 Panel 2 ft RadioWaves SPD2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Wireless Beehive 5.8DP-29 Solid Parabolic 2 ft 19.5 21 22.5 23 23.5 23.8 24 24 24 26 28.1 28.4 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.6 29 29 29 29 29 CommScope PX2F-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft 29.4 ARC Wireless DA5830SD1 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Wireless Beehive 5.8DP-31 Solid Parabolic 3 ft General Dynamics QFD2.5-52 Solid Parabolic 2.5 ft RadioWaves HPD3-5.2 Solid Parabolic 3 ft 30 31 31.1 31.1 208363-001 2013-05-01 Gain
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(dBi) Band Support, GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 6 eMIMO Dual-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number Type Diameter General Dynamics HQFD2.5-52 Solid Parabolic 2.5 ft 31.2 Laird L-Com HDDA5W-32-DP Solid Parabolic 3 ft HG5158DP-32D Solid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves SPD3-5.2 Solid Parabolic 3 ft CommScope PX3F-52 Solid Parabolic 3 ft General Dynamics QFD4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft CommScope HPX4F-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics HQFD4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves HPD4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft CommScope PX4F-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves SPD4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics QFD6-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft CommScope PX6F-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft General Dynamics HQFD6-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft CommScope PARX6-59 Solid Parabolic 6 ft RadioWaves HPD6-5.2 Solid Parabolic 6 ft RadioWaves SPD6-5.2 Solid Parabolic 6 ft 32 32 32.5 33.4 34.1 34.5 34.8 34.8 34.9 34.9 37.4 37.6 37.8 37.9 37.9 37.9 MA-WA56-DP20 MT-485049/NVH MT-466010/NVH Panel Panel Panel 1 ft 1 ft 2 ft 22.5, 20.5 23V/23H 27.5, 28, 27 X X X MPRD2449 Solid Parabolic 2 ft 27.5, 28.1, 29.4 X MT-486013/NVH Panel 2 ft HG4958DP-30D Solid Parabolic 2 ft 28, 29 28, 30 MA-WA56-DP28N Panel 2 ft 28.5, 29 MPRD3649 Solid Parabolic 3 ft 29.8, 31, 32 HG4958DP-34D Solid Parabolic 3 ft 31, 34 X X X X X Mars MTI MTI PC Tel MTI L-Com Mars PC Tel L-Com 59 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 208363-001 2013-05-01 Table 7 lists single-polarity antennas for the ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios. Table 7 eMIMO Single-polarity Antennas Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios MT-484034/NV/I Panel 1.5 ft Manufacturer Model Number MTI MTI KBT KBT KBT KBT MTI KBT KBT KBT KBT KBT KBT KBT MT-462008/N/A MA-W55-10NH TDJ-5158BFA90-Y KBT120VP12-5158RT0 Panel KBT65VP15-5158RT0 Panel KBT120VP15-5158RT0 Panel KBT90VP16-5158RT0 Panel KBT65VP17-5158RT0 Panel KBT90VP17-5158RT0 Panel TDJ-5158BKC TDJ-5158BKR-C TDJ-5158BKR TDJ-5158BKB Type Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel General Dynamics EPD1-52 KBT KBT KBT KBT Laird Laird TDJ-5158BKT-C TDJ-5158EB23 TDJ-5158SPL4 TDJ-5158P4 PA58-24 R2T58-24 RadioWaves FP1-5-24 Laird Laird GD5W-25P GD53-25 Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic 208363-001 2013-05-01 Diameter 0.5 ft 1 ft 0.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 2 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 2 ft 2 ft Gain
(dBi) 9.5 10 11 12 15 15 15 16 17 17 18 20 20 20 23 23 23 23.5 24 24 24 24.2 25 25 Bandwidth GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
(X) X X X 60 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 7 eMIMO Single-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number Type Diameter Laird Laird Laird KBT GD57-25 HDGD58-26 GD58-26 Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic TDJ-5158SPL6 Panel Commscope 28T-5801-1 Grid Parabolic CommScope UBP600-4-1 Panel 2 ft 2 ft 2 ft 2 ft 3 ft 2 ft PC Tel MPRC2449 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics EPD2-52 KBT Laird Laird Laird TDJ-5158P6 GD53-28 GD57-28 GD5W-28P Panel Panel Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic RadioWaves FP2-5-28 Panel CommScope UBG600-4-1 Grid Parabolic 2 ft 2 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 2 ft 3 ft General Dynamics HQF2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics QF2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Laird Laird Laird GD58-29 HDGD58-29 Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic 3 ft 3 ft HDDA5W-29-SP Solid Parabolic 2 ft RadioWaves SP2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft CommScope P2F-57W Solid Parabolic 2 ft CommScope P2F-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics QF2.5-52 Solid Parabolic 2.5 ft RadioWaves G3-5.2 Grid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves HP2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Gain
(dBi) 25 26 26 26.5 27 27.5 27.7 28 28 28 28 28 28 28.5 28.5 28.5 29 29 29 29 29.3 29.4 31.1 31.1 31.4 Bandwidth GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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(X) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 61 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 7 eMIMO Single-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number Type Diameter RFS Cablewave SPF3-52CN1S Solid Parabolic 3 ft Laird HDDA5W-32 Solid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves HP3-5.2 Solid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves CommScope SP3-5.2 P3F-52 Solid Parabolic 3 ft Solid Parabolic 3 ft RFS Cablewave SDF4-52BN1S1 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics SSP4-2357A Solid Parabolic 4 ft RFS Cablewave SPF4-52CN1S1R Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics HQF4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics QF4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft CommScope RadioWaves P4F-52 SP4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves HP4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RFS Cablewave DA4-W57BC1S1 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves CommScope SP6-57 P6F-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft Solid Parabolic 6 ft General Dynamics QF6-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft RadioWaves RadioWaves HP6-5.2 SP6-5.2 Solid Parabolic 6 ft Solid Parabolic 6 ft Gain
(dBi) 31.4 32 32.5 32.5 33.5 33.9 34.4 34.4 34.7 34.8 34.9 34.9 34.9 35.5 35.8 37.6 37.8 37.9 37.9 PC Tel MPRC3649 Solid Parabolic 3 ft 30.4, 31.2, 32 X Bandwidth GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 208363-001 2013-05-01 62 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Troubleshooting This section provides information regarding troubleshooting of common issues and alarms on these radios. Exalt Digital Microwave Radio systems are designed by Exalts expert engineers with extensive experience through multiple generations of microwave radio design. These new-generation systems contain extensive diagnostic tools, alarm indications, and troubleshooting aids. And, as compared to other systems in their class, are easier to install, maintain, and troubleshoot. The GUI provides information to aid in troubleshooting. Contact Exalt Customer Care for further assistance with issues with your Exalt radio and with suggestions on how the radio and documentation can be improved. General Practices Troubleshooting a microwave radio link can be a complex task. Approach troubleshooting as a process of elimination, and first determine which portions of the system are operating properly. In a vast majority of cases, failures or poor performance of microwave links is attributed to something other than the microwave radio hardware. In this respect, the back-to-back bench test (see Back-to-
back Bench Testing) is very important to determine if radio hardware is operating properly and eliminate many variables in the troubleshooting process. If a back-to-back bench test fails, then the radio hardware is either broken or the radios are improperly configured. Upgrade the radio to the most current release of firmware, and/or reset the radio to its critical factory settings, following the quick start guide instructions and those in Configuration and Management, helps to confirm if configuration issues cause failure. The most common issues with microwave radio links are:
An improperly terminated RF cable Multipath propagation RF interference Path obstruction Misaligned antenna Moisture in the transmission system (antenna feed and/or RF cable) If the radio link has been operating without issues and is exhibiting new poor performance behavior or becomes completely inoperative, the troubleshooting process should pay close attention to any conditions that may have changed between the time when the system was working without issue and the time when the issues started. Also, it can be helpful to compare some performance parameters of the system before and after the presence of issues. Often the source of the issues can be determined by thoughtful consideration of changes, such as:
Changes in weather, including high winds Changes made to the radio equipment, transmission system, or connected equipment New radio systems or electronic equipment the nearby radio or transmission system Faulty antenna Improper grounding Insufficient link margin in the design/implementation 63 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Tree growth, flooded fields, or changes in rivers/lakes along the path Link distance matches at each end of the link TDD Frame Length matches at each end of the link Endpoint Identifier is different at each end of the link (one end Radio A, one end Radio B) Ethernet interfaces are enabled, as desired Link security key matches at each end of the link New construction nearby either end of the link, or along the path Verify that configurations are set as follows:
RF matches at each end of the link Bandwidth matches at each end of the link Typical Indications of Issues In many cases, microwave radio users do not notice changes or degradation to the radio system until the radio system fails completely or becomes highly errored or significantly intermittent. However, regular management of the radio system can help indicate changes in performance that have not yet impacted user performance, but may impact performance at a later date if left unchecked or unaddressed. The administrator can use this as an opportunity to be proactive and monitor the radio link performance regularly, watching for unexplained or unexpected changes in performance and trends in performance changes. Most importantly, monitoring radio system RSL over time indicates the performance of the radio system. Address any long-term drop in RSL and erratic or unsteady RSL. Some RSL changes are expected and weather patterns and the related multipath can cause dramatic RSL changes resulting in system outage. However, that outage should not occur at a significantly greater rate than the designed long-term performance. Consult the path design engineer for more information about link reliability expectations and anticipated RSL deviation. In addition, regular inspection of the transmission system (RF cables and antennas) and paying close attention to changes along the path, such as construction or tree height, or new microwave radio installations nearby, can be extremely helpful and proactive. When link performance is very poor, alarms on the radio front panel and within the radios management system indicates particular failures. Consult this manual for more information on the specific alarms and diagnostics, or contact Exalt Customer Care for assistance. Exalt Customer Care is primarily motivated to determine if the radio hardware is faulty and require return for repair, and to help execute an effective and efficient repair and return process for radio terminals believed to be faulty. However, Exalt Customer Care provides advice regarding the total radio system and RF path engineering and environment, and advises on troubleshooting. End users should first contact the installer and/or designer of the system. In many cases, an in-depth understanding of RF design is required, and on-site analysis and special test equipment, may be necessary. Compared to phone support from Exalt Customer Care, troubleshooting is much more expeditious if the professional installer and/or link designer examines the system and reviews the management information in the GUI. In turn, if the professional installer and/or link designer contacts Exalt Customer Care, the process to rectify the system is much more expedient due to the in-depth knowledge related to the implementation and the RF environment. 208363-001 2013-05-01 64 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Improper RF Cable Termination Improper RF cable termination is a very common problem. In many cases, this is a problem that occurs during installation and is not a problem that suddenly appears. However, if cables are moved or flexed, especially near the termination points, and radio errors, changes in RSL, or other performance issues occur, this is a certain sign of this issue. Another relatively easy method to test for this condition is to decrease the output power of the radio system (at each end, one end at a time). A poor RF cable termination may be reflecting too much RF energy back into the radio system, and reducing output power reduces the reflected energy at a faster rate than the transmitted energy towards the far end. Be careful not to reduce the output power to the point where the radios threshold is reached. Typically, a reduction of just 3 to 6dB is enough to determine if this is the issue. If the reduction of output power clears the error condition, this is the likely cause. Use a reflectometer or meter that can read VSWR at the operating frequency to identify poor terminations as well as poor antenna feeds. Note: The Praxsym VSWR meter is an excellent tool for this purpose. Multipath Propagation Multipath propagation is a term that encompasses changes to the RF path, such as reflections and/or refraction, causing partial or complete destruction of the radio signal, and thus excessive bit errors and/
or system outages. Rapid changes in temperature, inversion layers, humidity, air pressure, water evaporation, as well as standing water or moisture on objects along the path are all examples of changes that can cause multipath propagation. New building construction near either end of the path or along the path can cause new reflection characteristics. If your system has been operating without issue and is suddenly experiencing issues that are symptomatic of a certain time of day or related to change in climatic events or some of the external factors listed above, this is likely the cause. Consult a professional RF path engineer in these cases. Often, minor repositioning of the antennas at either or both ends can reduce or eliminate these problems. RF Interference RF interference is usually indicative of another radio system nearby either end of your radio system or aimed towards one or both ends of your radio system usually at or near the same frequency and usually with a similar signal level. Other forms of RF interference also exist, such as electronic equipment placed close to the radio chassis or transmitters that couple onto the cabling or grounding system of the radio. Microwave ovens and wireless communication devices used near the equipment or cabling are examples of electronic equipment interference. 65 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: Exalt Digital Microwave Radios operate in license-exempt bands. Microwave ovens, wireless Internet devices and cordless phone technology may also use this frequency band. It may be necessary to separate the radio chassis, cabling system and antenna from these devices. RF interference, like most other causes of problems, is indicated by significant bit errors and/or system outages. One means to determine presence of interference is the use of a spectrum analyzer that covers the same range as the radio system. A professional RF engineer can use a spectrum analyzer to locate sources of interference, measure these sources, and determine potential remedies to take to operate in the presence of interference. If a spectrum analyzer is not available, the radios RSL port can help determine RSL levels of interfering signals. By turning the far-end radio off, the residual RSL measured by the radio indicates the level of interference seen by the radio. It is possible that interference levels below that which can be measured still have an impact on the radio system especially if the radio system has low fade margin or is using a high order modulation. Exalt Digital Microwave Radios provides considerable flexibility to tune to different frequencies across the bands within which they operate. This is the easiest method to use to try to avoid existing interference. In addition, the occupied bandwidth of the radio can be reduced. This, along with re-
tuning, can be very effective, however throughput is reduced. Repositioning the antenna and/or changing polarization, or upgrading the antenna to a higher gain, and/or using a high-performance antenna, are all secondary means that can be used. It may be necessary to perform combinations of both radio changes (retuning, occupied bandwidth reduction) and antenna system changes (position, polarization, upgrade). Path Obstruction A path obstruction is defined as an object, such as a building or tree, impeding the proper path of the radio system. If the system design was proper at the time of installation and issues arise at a later date, an updated path profile and survey may be necessary to identify changes in path clearance. Misaligned Antenna At the time of initial installation, it is critical that the antennas at each end are properly aligned and that the designed RSL is achieved. However, antennas may become misaligned due to high winds, changes in the guy-wiring systems keeping the antenna mast stable, or loosening of the antenna mounting hardware. A reduction in the RSL of the link is symptomatic of this condition, but this condition is not the only condition that results in a reduction of RSL. However, if conditions occur where the antenna alignment may be suspected, the mechanics must be inspected and the antennas realigned. Faulty Antenna (connectorized antenna rc-models only) A faulty antenna is rare, but is still a possibility. In some cases, the mechanics of the antenna feed can get moisture inside, or a bad or weak connection in the pin and connector structure of the antenna may occur. A VSWR measurement of the antenna connection can be made to verify this condition. Improper Grounding In addition to being a potential human safety issue, improper system grounding is a somewhat common condition that can cause continuous bit errors or bit errors when metal objects come in 208363-001 2013-05-01 66 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios contact with the radio, transmission system, or racking system. If touching the radio causes errors, grounding is the cause. It can be difficult to identify grounding problems, but a professional electrician can normally inspect a system and identify if there are deficiencies in the grounding system. Insufficient Link Margin Ideally, the link was designed with enough link margin (fade margin) to allow for multipath propagation and atmospheric fading and still remain reliable. In some cases, link margin is compromised by economic factors, such as using low-cost RF cabling or lower-cost antennas that have less gain or deficient performance compared to higher cost transmission system components. In some cases, there may be antenna size restrictions that forced the design to not have the desired amount of link margin. If the link was designed with poor link margin, there are likely many cases of bit errors and outages. The antenna system and transmission line can be upgraded to help reduce this. If the link design was installed with sufficient margin, but RSL is reduced, the remaining link margin may no longer be enough to maintain a reliable link. The causes of RSL reduction were previously described, but are usually due to new path obstruction(s) or antenna misalignment due to wind or mechanical factors. The antenna height or location can be changed to overcome new obstructions. Realignment of the antenna, and/or improvement to mechanical structures can help overcome antenna misalignment. Moisture in the Transmission System If the connectors on cables and antennas and egress junctions are not properly weatherproofed, moisture can get into the transmission system and cause significant error conditions and erratic performance. In many cases, the transmission system must be replaced. A VSWR meter is one means to identify such issues. Conduct physical inspections often. If changes to the weatherproofing (such as cracking) are noticed, replace the weatherproofing before leakage occurs. 67 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Back-to-back Bench Testing Use back-to-back bench testing to test the radio before installation, pre-configure the radio and connected equipment before installation, or in the troubleshooting process to identify if the radio hardware is the source of a system issue. It is a critical process, and often required or highly desirable for any installation or troubleshooting exercise. This section describes how to properly configure the radio hardware and accessories for a proper back-to-back bench test. For radio testing, there are two types of back-to-back configurations:
1 Basic test (test general operation) 2 Specification performance verification Basic Test The basic test is a simple test of radio functionality. It verifies that the radios are properly configured to communicate to one another, and verifies general radio performance as operational. For the basic test, the following items are needed:
Radio pair RF interconnect cable(s) (any length short is best) Fixed or variable attenuation, between 60 and 90dB (note: attenuation for basic test does not to be calibrated or precise) Powering source Computer/terminal with either serial or Ethernet port (helpful, but not necessary) If no computer is available, use the temporary hardware configuration key or DIP switch, depending on radio model (see Initial Configuration and Back-to-Back Bench Test) Connect the items as follows:
1 Connect attenuation and (known-good) RF cable(s) between radio pair, shown in Figure 28. 2 Configure one radio as Radio A; the other as Radio B 3 Power on radio pair Figure 28 Basic back-to-back bench test configuration After connecting and powering on, observe the front panel LEDs to verify that the LINK and STATUS LEDs are green. If so, the radios are communicating and all radio-related alarm conditions are normal. 69 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios It can be beneficial to have a computer to verify configuration in case of red LEDs or to pre-configure the radio as desired for operation. Follow the instructions in Configuration and Management. Specification Performance Verification The specification performance verification is a more detailed test that allows you to verify that the radios output power and threshold specifications are being met. This is typically a test that would only be performed in a troubleshooting scenario, but can be performed before installation to provide a detailed record or ensure radio performance before installation. This test is identical to the basic test, but in place of the fixed attenuation, it requires the use of calibrated variable attenuation, or a set of calibrated fixed attenuators, or a combination of both, adding to a total attenuation value of 120dB, as measured at the operating frequency of the radio. In addition, a volt meter or computer is also required. Connect the system as shown in Figure 28, using the combination of fixed and variable attenuation between the radios RF ports. Connect the volt meter to either radios RSL test point and associated reference ground connection. In this test, it is desirable to use pre-tested RF cables, known to be good, and the insertion loss is known at the operating frequency. If the cables are short (6'/2m or less), you can estimate the loss, including connectors, to be less than 1dB each. The estimate of cable loss is critical to the overall confidence of the measurements made in this test. There are two critical specifications that can be tested in this configuration:
RF output power Radio receiver threshold To measure transmitter output power, simply insert any value of attenuation between the radios between 60 and 90dB. Ensure that both RF output power settings are at maximum. Use the volt meter to measure RSL in both directions. The RSL measured value should match the appropriate value according to the inserted attenuation, such as:
RSL = RF Output Power cabling losses total attenuation Verify output power by adjusting output power using the Exalt GUI (in administration mode) and evaluate the corresponding change to the RSL measurement. For threshold testing, the key is to insert a measured amount of loss that is close to, but not exceeding the radios specified system gain. System gain is the difference between RF output power and receiver threshold. At your selected modulation and bandwidth settings, determine the specified threshold performance, and choose a value of attenuation (including cable losses) that adds to roughly 5 to 15dB less than the system gain. For example, if the threshold for your measurement is -85dBm, the output power is +27dBm, so the system gain is 112dB. Choose a value of total attenuation in the range of roughly 100105dB. Once this attenuation is inserted, verify RSL readings as in the first step, and then, using the GUI, reduce radio output power in 1dB steps until the receiving radio (the one whose output power not being adjusted) Link LED turns from green to yellow. This indicates that threshold has been reached. At this point, verify the equation for system gain using the new output power level setting and verify that the threshold performance is meeting or exceeding the published specification. Note: Due to the variation of measurements and accuracies involved in this test, you may read a measurement that is 1dB to as much as 2dB off of the expected value. It should be of no concern unless the value is more than 3dB worse than expected. 208363-001 2013-05-01 70 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios General Compliance and Safety The usage of radio transmission devices is subject to specific regulatory requirements governed by regional legislation. In most cases, the specific device must be authorized for use in a given country and must be installed and adjusted in accordance with specific radio-frequency settings and in a manner that has been authorized specific to the device itself in accordance with the specific location of the device. Some users may be completely or partially restricted from use of the device. Please consult local governmental agency/agencies for regulatory requirements before use, or contact Exalt or your Exalt authorized dealer for assistance. Do not modify this device in any way without the express written consent of Exalt. Modification voids the manufacturer warranty, and may also be illegal in accordance to government regulations. In addition, there are no user-serviceable parts or assemblies inside the product housing. There may also be voltages, signals, and mechanisms within the device that could be harmful to human safety. The mounting of this device and associated peripherals and connections (inclusive of antenna mast, antenna, cabling, egress, lightning protection devices, grounding, power, and so on) may be subject to regional requirements for health and human safety. A qualified professional installer and an electrician are highly recommended, and may be required by law. 71 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Safety Notices 1 Review this entire guide for important installation instructions BEFORE attempting to install this product. 2 This product is intended to be installed, used, and maintained by experienced telecommunications personnel only. 3 Employ a properly licensed or authorized electrician to install or evaluate/certify the installation of all power and grounding related to the use of this equipment and all connected devices. 4 The device(s) shall only be connected to AC power sources provided by the supplier or to DC sources within the device specifications. Use a separate breaker circuit at the power source. 5 Lightning, surge protection devices, and earth grounding are required for most installations to ensure human safety. Consult a qualified electrician. 6 Servicing of this device should be performed by authorized personnel only. Do not disassemble this device. By opening or removing any covers you may expose yourself to hazardous energy parts. Incorrect reassembly of this product can cause a malfunction, and/or electrical shock, when the unit is subsequently used. 7 Do not connect or disconnect the power connection to the device when the power supply is plugged into an AC outlet. To connect, first connect the power connection to the device, and then apply power (or plug in) at the outlet. To disconnect, disengage power at the outlet or unplug, and then disconnect the direct connection to the device. 8 Do not insert any object of any shape or size inside this product at any time, whether powered or not. Objects may contact hazardous energy components that could result in a risk of fire or personal injury. 9 Liquids shall not come in contact with, or enter the inside of the device at any time. 10 Proper ventilation and/or airflow shall be provided surrounding the equipment. Items shall not come in contact with heat-sinking materials. Ensure that ambient operational and storage temperature specifications are maintained at all times. 11 Equipment is suitable for mounting on noncombustible surfaces only. 12 Do not move or alter the marking labels. 13 A CSU or similar isolating device is necessary between the equipment and the public telecommunications network. The equipment has not been evaluated for direct connection to the public telecommunications network. 73 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Regulatory Notices United States Compliance When operating in the 49404990 MHz band, the ExtendAir eMIMO models (regulatory model name/
number eMIMO 100) are licensed-band products operating within Part 90 Subpart Y of the FCC regulations. This band is specifically reserved for Public Safety applications and related agencies, in accordance with these regulations. Transmitter power reduction may be required, depending on transmission system gains and losses, in accordance with instructions found in this appendix. When operating in the 5250-5850MHz bands, the ExtendAir eMIMO models (regulatory model name/
number eMIMO 100) operate under FCC Rule Parts 15.247 and/or 15.407 as a license-exempt device. They may be used as a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint transmission device for fixed or temporary-fixed (non-mobile) installations. The devices are subject to the following restrictions:
Do not use external amplifiers to boost the power or overcome transmission system losses, unless the specific amplifier/cable/antenna combination has expressly been authorized by the FCC. Cross-border transmissions are expressly prohibited, except with written permission from both the FCC and the governing body of the neighboring country (Cofetel for Mexico; Industry Canada for Canada). Use only parabolic dish antennas, directional flat-panel, or omni-directional antennas. No other types of antennas are authorized. Parabolic dishes of either grid or solid type are allowed. Antenna gains between 9dBi and 37.9dBi are permitted. Federal Communications Commission (FCC), United States The device is allowed to be used provided it does not cause interference to other devices. It is not guaranteed to provide protection against interference from other electronic and radio devices. The system has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by Exalt may void the users authority to operate this equipment. 75 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios This device must be professionally installed. To comply with regulations, the output power of this device may need to be adjusted in accordance to the associated transmission system. See RF Output Power Setting for details. The antenna associated with this device shall be mounted in a location that is at least 10.5'/3.2m away from humans that may be subject to long-term or continuous exposure. Canada Compliance When operating in the 49404990 MHz band, the ExtendAir eMIMO models (regulatory model name/
number eMIMO 100) are licensed-band products operating within RSS-111 of Industry Canada regulations. This band is specifically reserved for Public Safety applications and related agencies, in accordance with these regulations. Transmitter power reduction may be required, depending on transmission system gains and losses, in accordance with instructions found in this appendix. When operating in the 5250-5850MHz bands, the ExtendAir eMIMO models (regulatory model name/
number eMIMO 100) operate under RSS-210 of Industry Canada regulations. Operation is subject to the following conditions, unless express permission is granted by Industry Canada to operate in a different manner:
External amplifiers cannot be used to boost the power or to overcome transmission system losses, unless the specific amplifier/cable/antenna combination is expressly authorized by Industry Canada. Cross-border transmissions are expressly prohibited, except with written permission from both Industry Canada and the governing body of the neighboring country (FCC for USA) Only parabolic dish antennas, directional flat-panel, or omni-directional antennas may be used. No other types of antennas are authorized. Parabolic dishes of either grid or solid type are allowed. Antenna gains between 9dBi and 37.9dBi are permitted. Industry Canada (IC), Canada This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1 2 this device may not cause interference, and this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Antennas Supported in Canada The ExtendAir eMIMO models (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) are designed to operate with the antennas listed in Table 7 and Table 6, which have a maximum gain of 37.9dBi. Antennas not included in the list or having a gain greater than 37.9dBi are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 Ohms. 208363-001 2013-05-01 76 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Europe and ITU Country Compliance All of these permitted devices must be professionally installed. They can only be used as a point-to-
point or point-to-multipoint transmission device for fixed or temporary-fixed (non-mobile) installations. Note: Do not use external amplifiers to boost the power or overcome transmission system losses, unless the specific amplifier/cable/antenna combination has expressly been authorized by the specific country regulations. The output power must never exceed that specified in Specifications. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series 50xx models operate under EN 301 893 and EN 302 502 rules as a license-exempt device. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series 50xx models comply with ETS 301 893 for the 5.3 and 5.47 GHz bands for license-exempt use for most countries recognizing ETSI or ITU band assignments. This band is not yet harmonized for all countries recognizing ETSI or ITU band assignments. These bands require Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Transmitter Power Control (TPC) for radar-detection and avoidance. There is a +30dBm EIRP limit applied to this band. Transmitter power must be adjusted accordingly with respect to the RF cabling losses and antenna gains associated with each terminal. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series 50xx models comply with ETS 302 502 for the 5.8 GHz band. This band is not yet harmonized for all countries recognizing ETSI or ITU band assignments. Consult the individual country regulations or your Exalt Communications representative for details. This band requires DFS and TPC for radar-detection and avoidance. There is a +33dBm EIRP limit for use of the 10 MHz BW setting, and a +36dBm EIRP limit for use of the 20 MHz BW setting. Some countries limit the EIRP to +5dBm for all bandwidths in this band. All models comply with the requirements for CE Mark (EN 60950-1 and IEC 60950-1) and EMC (EN 301 489-17). No substitutions shall be made, and all wiring and grounding instructions contained in this manual must be followed to ensure safety in accordance to the standards and local rules. 77 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Regulatory ComplianceTBD As of this printing, Exalt Communications, Inc. has approvals for the products that are covered by this manual, as indicated in Table 8. If your application or country is not listed, check with your Sales Representative for the current status. Notations are as follows: indicates approved; () indicates in-process; * indicates consult Exalt Communications for availability. Table 8 Product Approvals (Exalt) Country Austria Australia Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Canada Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Great Britain Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Mexico 79 4.9GHz 5.3GHz 5.4GHz 5.8GHz 208363-001 2013-05-01 Table 8 Product Approvals (Exalt) (Continued) Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios 4.9GHz 5.3GHz 5.4GHz 5.8GHz Country Netherlands Norway Philippines Poland Portugal Romania Slovak Republic Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UAE United States 208363-001 2013-05-01 80 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios EIRP Limits for the United States and Canada Note: The professional installer is responsible to ensure that RF output power is properly adjusted to not exceed the regulatory limit. EIRP for the USA and Canada 49404990 MHz Band For ExtendAir eMIMO Series (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) operating within the 49404990 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is +46dBm. The maximum output power of the radio shall never exceed +20dBm. The transmit power must be reduced from maximum by 1 dB for every 1dB that the antenna gain exceeds 26dBi (including transmission system losses) 52505350 MHz Band For operation within the 52505350 MHz band, the maximum EIRP is 30 dBm. The maximum output of the radio is +21 dBm. P = 30 G + L where:
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Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5250 to 5350 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5250 and 5350 MHz. 54705725 MHz Band For operation within the 54705725 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 30 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is +21 dBm. P = 30 G + L where:
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81 Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5470 to 5725 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5470 and 5725 MHz. 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios 57255850 MHz Band For operation within the 57255850 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 61.9 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is +28 dBm P = 61.9 G + L where:
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Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5725 to 5850 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5725 and 5850 MHz. 208363-001 2013-05-01 82 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios EIRP Limits for Australia Note: The professional installer is responsible to ensure that RF output power is properly adjusted to not exceed the regulatory limit. 54705725 MHz Band Note: Australian regulations have a no-transmit band from 56005650 MHz, adjust the transmitter to avoid this range. For ExtendAir eMIMO Series (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) models within the 5470 5725 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 30 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is
+21 dBm. P = 30 G + L where:
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Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5470 to 5725 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5470 and 5725 MHz. 57255850 MHz Band For ExtendAir eMIMO Series (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) models within the 5725 5850 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 36 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is
+28 dBm. P = 36 G + L where:
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G =
L =
83 Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5725 to 5850 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5725 and 5850 MHz. 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios EIRP Limits for the European Union and ITU Countries The countries that are covered by this Regulatory Domain are: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Switzerland, and Turkey. Note: The professional installer is responsible to ensure that RF output power is properly adjusted to not exceed the regulatory limit. Use only parabolic dish antennas, directional flat-panel, or omni-directional antennas. No other types of antennas are authorized. Parabolic dishes of either grid or solid type are allowed. Antenna gains between 9dBi and 37.9dBi are permitted. 50xx Series EIRP Table 9 summarizes the maximum power by band and country for ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios. 52505350 MHz band For all models within the 52505350 MHz band, the maximum EIRP is specified in Table 9. The maximum output of the radio is +21 dBm. P = ME G + L where:
P =
ME =
G =
L =
Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Maximum EIRP, as specified in Table 9. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5250 to 5350 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5250 and 5350 MHz. 54705725 MHz band For all models within the 54705725 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is specified in Table 9. The maximum output power of the radio is +21 dBm. P = ME G + L where:
P =
ME =
G =
L =
208363-001 2013-05-01 Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Maximum EIRP, as specified in Table 9. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5470 to 5725 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5470 and 5725 MHz. 84 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios 57255850 MHz band For all models within the 57255850 MHz band, the maximum transmit power with respect to specific country EIRP regulations is determined based on the channel bandwidth. The EIRP power limit is specified in Table 9. The ExtendAir eMIMO Series radios (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) maximum transmitter conducted power is +28 dBm. Use the following equation to determine the maximum transmitter power for the radio:
P = ME G + L where:
P =
ME =
G =
L =
Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Maximum EIRP, as specified in Table 9. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5725 to 5850 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5725 and 5850 MHz. 85 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 9 EU and ITU Country Specific EIRP Levels Country Maximum EIRP 5.3 GHz band Maximum EIRP 5.4 GHz band Maximum EIRP 5.8 GHz band
(BW dependent)a 5 dBm Austria 23 dBm Belgium Cyprus Czech 23 dBm 23 dBm Denmark 23 dBm Estonia Finland France 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm Germany 23 dBm Ghana Great 23 dBm 23 dBm Hungary 23 dBm Iceland Ireland Italy 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm Liechtens 23 dBm Lithuania 23 dBm Luxembo 23 dBm Netherla Norway Poland Portugal 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm Romania 23 dBm Slovak 23 dBm Slovenia 23 dBm Spain Sweden 23 dBm 23 dBm Switzerla 23 dBm Turkey 23 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm a. If the output power is designated as 33/36 dBm, the EIRP is limited to 33 dBm for 10 MHz bandwidth transmissions and 36 dBm for 20 MHz bandwidth transmissions. 208363-001 2013-05-01 86 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Declaration of Conformity to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC English:
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tion) 55 IP address 36 IP address conflicts 28 IP address subnet 28 IP settings 7 L LEDs ETH2 or ETH3 21 GPS/RSL 21 99 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Transmit Power parameter 38 receiver threshold 5 record keeping 18 regulatory requirements EIRP 81 USA 75 repeater 11 Reset page 44 RF connector termination 21 RF Frequency parameter 36 RF interface 53 RF interference 65 RF lightning arrestor 25 RF output power 8 RSL 8 current RSL readings 41 monitor for performance 64 RSL Sync 55 RSL voltage 26 S safety 71 shipping box contents 6 site preparation 5 SNMP 15 specifications 47 sync distribution accessory 55 sync source 14 synchronization 10 system latency 5 system performance 41 system settings Current BER field 41 grounding 66 Minimum RSL field 41 system specifications 48 T T1/E1 2&4 LED 21 TDD factors 8 TDD frame length 5 Telnet menu 27 Telnet session 27 testing 69 back-to-back bench 6 threshold 70 Power/ETH1 21 License Key 34 lightning arrestor 5 lightning arrestors 25 link 5 orientation 8 RF link testing 7 synchronization 8 Link Distance parameter 38 link margin 67 Link Name parameter 36 link parameters 30 login names 29 login privileges 29 M Minimum RSL field 41 mounting hardware 19 multi-link network 11 multipath 64 multipath propagation 65 N noise profile 5 O offset timing 13 P passwords 7, 29, 36 path obstruction 66 performance degradation 64 Performance page 41 Power connector 55 power interface 53 Power/Ethernet connector 20 R radio default settings 9 grounding 66 initiation tasks 17 installation tasks 17 mounting 5, 19 rebooting 44 Radio A 9 Radio A configuration 6 radio configuration 6 Radio Information page 32 Radio Name parameter 35 Radio Transmission Status parameter 37 threshold testing 70 time division duplex (TDD) SeeTDD frame timing, offset 13 208363-001 2013-05-01 100 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios transmission line coaxial 23 transmitter output power 7 troubleshooting 63 U unfaded error-free performance 7 Update button 33 user privileges 29 V VLAN 14 tagging 14 VLAN page 39 voltage test 26 VSWR 65 101 208363-001 2013-05-01 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO Series Digital Microwave Radios 208363-001 2013-05-01 102 208363-001 2013-05-01
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r5050 & rc5050 Series r5600H-17 & rc5600H-N r5661S-17 r5600S-23 & r5600S-N 208363-009 2016-05-25 Legal Notice The information contained herein is the property of Exalt Wireless, Inc. (Exalt) and is supplied without liability for errors or omissions. No part of this document may be reproduced, in any form, except as authorized by contract or other written permission from the owner. Any brand names and product names included in this manual are trademarks, registered trademarks, or trade names of their respective holders. The contents of this document are current as of the date of publication. Exalt reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. The publication of information in this document does not imply freedom from patent or other rights of Exalt or others. 2013 Exalt Wireless Inc. All rights reserved. The Exalt logo, ExtremeAir, and ExploreAir are registered trademarks of Exalt Wireless, Inc. Open-Source License Information Per the terms of your Exalt Limited Hardware Warranty, Software License, and RMA Procedures Agreement with Exalt Wireless, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries, certain Third Party Software may be provided with and as part of the Exalt products provided to you, and any such Third Party Software files provided are governed by the terms of their separate Third Party Licenses, which licenses give you at least the license rights licensed to you in the Exalt End User Agreement and may give you additional license rights as to the Third Party Software, but only with respect to the particular Third Party Software to which the Third Party License applies. The Exalt Products may include or be bundled with some or all of the following third party software. Copies of the copyright notices and license agreements for any or all of these may be requested by contacting Exalt support at email: support@exaltcom.com. Open Source Code Embedded Linux - OS U-Boot Busy Box License Agreement Boot Code. Both licensed under GPL Version 3 Website www.gnu.org www.sourceforge.net Scew OpenSSL Net-SNMP Dropbear GoAhead Webserver Linux Commands. Licensed under GPL Version 2 www.gnu.org and www.busybox.net www.gnu.org www.openssl.org Expat Wrapper. Licensed under LGPL Version 3 SSL Web Access. Licensed under dual license SNMP Agent. Licensed under NetSNMP (see Copyright Notices) SSH 2 Server; Expat - XML Parser; BarelyFitz Java Script Tabifier; and Flotr Java Script Plotting Library. All four are licensed under MIT License Licensed under GoAhead License Agreement www.opensource.org/
licenses/mit-license.php www.goahead.com Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table of Contents Legal Notice . ii Open-Source License Information . ii List of Figures . vi List of Tables . vii About this Document . viii Revision History . viii Icons . viii Introduction . 1 Related Documentation and Software . 1 The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios . 1 Basic Features . 3 ExpandAir Hub and Subscriber Models . 4 Pre-installation Tasks . 5 Link Engineering and Site Planning . 5 Familiarization with the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Radios . 5 Initial Configuration and Back-to-Back Bench Test . 7 Time Division Duplex (TDD) Factors . 8 Link Orientation . 9 System Installation and Initiation Process . 11 Record Keeping . 12 Installation . 13 Mechanical Configuration and Mounting . 13 Radio Ports and Indicators . 14 Power . 15 Ethernet Lightning/Surge Protection . 16 Antenna/Transmission System . 16 Transmission Line from Antenna to Radio . 17 Antenna Alignment . 19 Configuration and Management . 21 Quick Start . 23 Navigating the GUI . 24 Radio Information Page . 26 Administration Settings Page . 27 NTP and Time Zone Page . 29 SNMP Configuration Page . 30 SNMP Trap Configuration Page . 31 File Management Page . 32 System Configuration Page . 34 Ethernet Page . 38 Access Control List Page . 42 VLAN Configuration Page . 44 Antenna Alignment Settings Page . 47 Radio Default Page . 48 Performance Page . 49 Ethernet Negotiation State Page . 51 Subscriber PageHub models only . 52 208363-009 2016-05-26 iii Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Metrics Link Statistics and Radio Interface Statistics Page . 53 DFS Page . 56 Event Log Page . 58 Spectrum Analyzer Page . 59 Reboot Page . 63 Shutdown Page . 64 Manual Page . 65 SpecificationsExtendAir Models . 66 Physical Specifications . 66 System Specifications, 4.9GHz Band . 68 System Specifications, 5.3GHz Band . 69 System Specifications, 5.4GHz Band . 70 System Specifications, 5.8GHz Band . 71 Interfaces . 72 SpecificationsExpandAir Models . 73 Physical Specifications . 73 System Specifications, 4.9GHz Band . 75 System Specifications, 5.3GHz Band . 76 System Specifications, 5.4GHz Band . 77 System Specifications, 5.8GHz Band . 78 Interfaces . 79 Interface Connections . 80 Sync Connector . 80 Power/ETH1 Connector . 81 Antennas . 82 Troubleshooting . 88 General Practices . 88 Typical Indications of Issues . 89 Improper RF Cable Termination . 90 Multipath Propagation . 90 RF Interference . 90 Path Obstruction . 91 Misaligned Antenna . 91 Faulty Antenna (connectorized antenna rc-models only) . 91 Improper Grounding . 91 Insufficient Link Margin . 92 Moisture in the Transmission System . 92 Back-to-back Bench Testing . 93 Basic Test . 93 Specification Performance Verification . 94 General Compliance and Safety . 95 Dynamic Frequency Selection . 96 Safety Notices . 98 Regulatory Notices . 99 United States Compliance . 99 Canada Compliance . 100 Europe and ITU Country Compliance . 101 iv 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Regulatory Compliance . 102 EIRP Limits for the United States and Canada . 104 EIRP for the USA and Canada . 104 EIRP Limits for Australia . 106 EIRP Limits for the European Union and ITU Countries . 107 50xx Series EIRP . 107 Declaration of Conformity to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC . 110 EU WEEE . 110 EU RoHS . 111 Copyright Notices . 112 END USER AGREEMENT . 116 Index . 121 208363-009 2016-05-26 v Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios List of Figures Exalt ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Radios . 1 Figure 1 Cabling and mounting . 3 Figure 2 Radio installation tasks . 11 Figure 3 Pole-mount examplesr model at left; rc model at right . 13 Figure 4 ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series connectors . 14 Figure 5 Initiating the browser connection . 22 Figure 6 Browser Login screen . 22 Figure 7 Radio Information page . 23 Figure 8 Figure 9 Exalt GUI window description . 24 Figure 10 Radio Information page ExtendAir model (-W rest-of-world model) . 26 Figure 11 Administration Settings pageExtendAir model . 27 Figure 12 NTP and Time Zone page . 29 Figure 13 SNMP Configuration page . 30 Figure 14 SNMP Trap Configuration page . 31 Figure 15 File Management pageExtendAir model . 32 Figure 16 File Transfer link page . 33 Figure 17 System Configuration pageExtendAir eMIMO model . 34 Figure 18 Ethernet page . 38 Figure 19 ExpandAir In-band Management Configuration . 39 Figure 20 Band management example . 40 Figure 21 ExpandAir Out-of-band Management Configuration . 41 Figure 22 Access Control List pageExtendAir Hub model . 42 Figure 23 Access Control ListExpandAir Sub model . 43 Figure 24 VLAN Configuration page . 44 Figure 25 Antenna Alignment Settings pageExtendAir model . 47 Figure 26 Radio Default page . 48 Figure 27 Performance pageExtendAir Term-RadioB/Sub model . 49 Figure 28 Radio Collocation paneRadioB/Sub . 50 Figure 29 Radio Collocation paneRadioA/Hub . 50 Figure 30 Ethernet Negotiation State page . 51 Figure 31 Subscribers pageExpandAir Hub models only . 52 Figure 32 Metrics pageExtendAir RadioA/Hub model . 53 Figure 33 DFS pageExpandAir model . 56 Figure 34 Event Log page . 58 Figure 35 Spectrum Analyzer page . 59 Figure 36 Spectrum Analyzer example . 61 Figure 37 Reboot pageExpandAir model . 63 Figure 38 Shutdown pageExpandAir model . 64 Figure 39 Sync In/Sync Out connector . 80 Figure 40 Power/ETH1 connector . 81 Figure 41 Basic back-to-back bench test configuration . 93 vi 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios List of Tables Factory default settings . 9 Table 1 Connectors . 14 Table 2 LED indicatorsTBD . 15 Table 3 Table 4 Recommended transmission line . 18 Table 5 Default login information . 22 Table 6 Dual-polarity Antennas . 82 Table 7 Single-polarity Antennas . 85 Product Approvals (Exalt) . 102 Table 8 Table 9 EU and ITU Country Specific EIRP Levels . 109 208363-009 2016-05-26 vii Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios About this Document This manual provides a complete description of the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios and related software. This manual provides planners, engineers, installers, system administrators, and technicians general and specific information related to the planning, installation, operation, management, and maintenance of these devices. Revision History Date Feature Support 2013-06-20 Initial release. 2013-08-30 DFS bands and QoS disable features release. 2013-11-15 DFS release for North America version; metrics page improvements. 2013-12-23 Added new Shutdown button and buzzer features. 2014-02-21 Added ExpandAir models. 2014-05-16 First unified ExtendAir and ExpandAir eMIMO release. Sync and TDMA features added to ExtendAir;
SNMP, NTP, and Event Log features added to all models. 2014-08-22 Added Out-of-Band Management, VLAN, and Spectrum Analyzer features. 2016-05-26 Updated to include current contact information and information on FCC Class II Permissive Changes. Icons The following icons denote specific types of information:
Note: This symbol means take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to materials not contained in the manual. Warning! This warning symbol means there is a risk of electric shock. This situation that could cause bodily injury. Before working on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Caution! This symbol means be careful. There is a risk of doing something that might result in equipment damage or loss of data. This is a general warning, caution, or risk of danger. viii 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Introduction Exalt Wireless, Inc. thanks you for your purchase. Our goal is to build the highest quality, highest reliability digital microwave radio products. This commitment to quality and reliability extends to our employees and partners alike. We appreciate any comments on how we can improve our products, as well as your sales and Customer Care experience. Customer Care Hotline (USA):
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You must have a user account to view all downloads. Follow the online instructions to create a user account and request access. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios The Exalt ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios are the most advanced quad-band radios operating in the 4.9, 5.3, 5.4, and 5.8 GHz bands. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios connect digital data from one location to another, obviating the need for copper or fiber connectivity, or enhancing existing connectivity by providing a redundancy solution, a primary solution, and/or additional capacity. Figure 1 shows the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series digital microwave radios. Figure 1 Exalt ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Radios 208363-009 2016-05-26 1 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios The following ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios (-A North American models; -E ETSI/
ITU models; -W rest-of-world models) are covered in this manual:
configured with 100 Mbps aggregate over-the-air capacity (1PoE port plus two Ethernet ports) r5050 and rc5050 with license key upgrade for 250 Mbps aggregate over-the-air capacity r5600H-17, rc5600H-N, r5661S-17, r5600S-23, and r5600S-N (-17 models have a built-in software-selectable 17/9dBi gain antenna [20 or 60 3dB Beamwidth]; -23 models have a built-in 23dBi gain antenna [10 3dB Beamwidth]) with license key upgrade for 250 Mbps aggregate over-the-air capacity configured with 100 Mbps aggregate over-the-air capacity (1PoE port plus two Ethernet ports) The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios allow operations in a near line-of-sight (nLOS) and non-line-of-sight (NLOS) conditions. Provide proper path clearance to achieve a high-
performance, reliable connection. Perform professional path engineering and site planning before installing this equipment. The primary focus of this document is the installation and management of the digital microwave radio, and assumes that path engineering and site planning has already been performed. ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios utilize radio frequencies in the 4.90 to 4.94 GHz range. In most countries, this frequency band is allocated exclusively for Public Safety usage and specific restrictions for applications may apply. Licensing or registration may be required. Consult your country regulations to determine any restrictions that may apply and any process that must be followed to implement links in this band. ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios utilize radio frequencies in the 5.250 to 5.875 GHz range. In most countries these frequency bands are considered as license-exempt or unlicensed. This means that virtually any user may use these frequencies freely, without paying for access, or any type of prenotification, post-notification or registration. As a result of this designation, users may also move or change these systems at any time, with significant flexibility to the location, orientation and configuration of the system. However, due also to this designation, there may be uncontrolled interference from other similar devices that occupy this spectrum. In these cases, it is up to engineering and maintenance personnel to design the system with existing and future interference sources in mind, recognizing that there is a chance that the interference conditions could be very dynamic, and outages may occur on the system as a result, and that, in some very rare cases, the system may cause interference into another system and may be required to be disengaged or modified/re-oriented to eliminate the interference. If the spectrum in your country is designated as license-exempt or similar, this does not infer that the installer may configure the system in any manner at any location. In most cases, there are regulations, or device-based conditions that limit the use of the device, such as maximum gain antenna, antenna types and maximum output power, as well as, in some cases, application limits, limited geography of use, and other unique regulations. The link design engineer and/or professional installer must determine these limitations and engineer/install the system within the confines of all local regulations. Also, it is required to examine any regulations that may apply to peripheral equipment, installation and cabling of the system that may be regulated for human safety, electrical code, air-traffic control, and other safety-related categories. In certain countries, the spectrum for this product is NOT considered to be license-exempt. In these cases, there may be additional regulatory requirements concerning the location, frequency, power, orientation, configuration, and other aspects of the system, including, in some cases, a need for link 2 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios registration, coordination, and fees that may apply to the system usage. Please consult your local regulatory organization(s) to determine usage requirements. In almost all cases, either for license-exempt or other designation, the product itself must be authorized for use in your country. Either Exalt or Exalts agent must have applied for certification or authorization to allow the sale and deployment of the system within the country. It is also possible that only certain versions or configurations of the device are allowed within a particular country. Please contact Exalt or your authorized Exalt representative for information pertaining to your country. Note: It is the (professional) installers responsibility to ensure that the radio system is implemented in a legal fashion. Exalt is not liable for any unsafe or illegal installations. Basic Features ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave radios are intended for all-outdoor mounting and powered by a separately-purchased power injector. In some cases, the radio can be mounted indoors or in an enclosure. Depending on the configuration purchased, the associated antenna is either integrated as part of the unit or connected separately. For the external antenna models, the unit is typically mounted very close to the external antenna to minimize RF cabling and associated losses. Alternatively, the unit can be mounted at an easily accessible location with longer RF cabling to the antenna. Proper lightning or surge suppression devices and associated grounding are required for all connections. Figure 2 Cabling and mounting For highest performance and reliability, it is advised to minimize the length of RF cable and associated transmission system losses between the antenna and the radios antenna port. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios provide connections for a combination of the following data communication interfaces:
One 10/100/1000BaseT (PoE) port and two 10/100BaseT ports 208363-009 2016-05-26 3 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios are powered by a combined Power/Ethernet cable, and associated power injector. The power injector provides 48VDC to the unit. The power injector and/or external power supply are sold separately. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios provide the following primary features and benefits:
Longer range with smaller antennas. Exalt provides the highest system gain advantage with higher transmit power while sustaining higher throughput levels when competitors must lower modulation levels to maintain the link. Space-Time Block Code (STBC) support: The space-time block code used in ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios is based on an Alamouti sequence and uses two antennas to transmit a single data stream. This allows transmit diversity and power distribution, which reduces linearity requirements and improves the link budget by 3dB. Encryption for extreme wireless security Easy-to-use management and configuration Flexible utilized channel bandwidth selection for interference avoidance and frequency coordination Flexible center frequency tuning for interference avoidance and frequency coordination Flexible capacity to meet current connection requirements and future growth needs Carrier-class reliability and performance High density collocation using ExaltSyncTM ExpandAir Hub and Subscriber Models The ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radio is a high performance sub-6 GHz wireless Point-to-
Multipoint (PMP) platform utilizing 2x2 MIMO and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
(OFDM) technologies. With the ability to support up to sixteen Subscriber units per Hub unit, all-
outdoor ExpandAir PMP solutions provide high throughput at extended ranges while OFDM allows for operation in Line of Sight (LOS), near Line of Sight (nLOS), and Non-Line of Sight (NLOS) environments. 4 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Pre-installation Tasks This section describes the steps necessary to prepare a site for the installation of the Exalt Digital Microwave Radio. Link Engineering and Site Planning Design all terrestrial wireless links prior to purchase and installation. Generally, professional wireless engineering personnel are engaged to determine the viability and requirements for a well-engineered link to meet the users needs for performance and reliability. Exalt recommends using a link budget calculator and/or path planning tool to aid in the pre-planning and engineering required to determine following attributes:
Antenna type gain at each end of the link Antenna mounting height/location for proper path clearance Antenna polarization orientation RF cabling type, length, connectors, route, and mounting Antenna system grounding Radio mounting location and mechanisms Radio grounding Radio transmitter output power setting Anticipated received signal level (RSL) at each end Anticipated fade margin and availability performance at each end Radio settings Anticipated throughput performance With respect to radio path and site planning, these radios are generally identical to other microwave terrestrial wireless systems. Engineering of these systems requires specific knowledge about the radios, including:
RF specifications (transmitter output power, receiver threshold, occupied channel bandwidth, and Lightning arrestor type(s), location(s), and grounding carrier-to-interference) Regulatory limitations on transmitter output power setting and antenna type/gain Noise/interference profile for the intended location Familiarization with the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Radios The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios utilize time division duplex (TDD) radio transmission. This means that the transmitted signal in both directions uses the same center frequency and transmits in one direction for a period of time, and then in the opposite direction for another period of time. This total period of time is referred to as the frame length or TDD frame length, and is further discussed in Time Division Duplex (TDD) Factors. 208363-009 2016-05-26 5 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios For ExtendAir eMIMO Point-to-Point (PTP) terminals, the two radio terminals are identical hardware, except for the Endpoint Identifier option in software. When the radios are in their default state, both radios are configured as Radio B. One end of the link must be configured as Radio A before the two ends of the radio system can communicate. It can be considered that Radio A is the primary radio in the link. Radio A provides the Radio A clock and control to Radio B. For most applications, it is not important how the radio link is oriented, only that one end is configured for Radio A and the other for Radio B. For some applications (such as, multi-radio hub sites or repeaters), the orientation of the radio systems may be more critical. See Link Orientation for details. For ExpandAir Point-to-Multipoint (PMP), the Hub is equivalent to Radio A. Subscribers, or Subs, are equivalent to Radio B. ExtendAir eMIMO PTP terminals can be configured as Radio B and be installed as Subs in an ExpandAir network. That is, two ends of an existing PTP link can be re-purposed as two Subs in a PMP network by adding an ExpandAir Hub. Exalt recommends using the Exalt GUI for radio configuration. This interface requires a computer with an Ethernet port and web browser software, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above. See Configuration and Management for details on how to connect to and use the browser-based GUI interface. For ExtendAir eMIMO, two terminals are required to create a link. For ExpandAir, a single Hub radio and at least one Sub or ExtendAir eMIMO terminal configured as a Sub (Radio B) are required to create a link. Generally, ExpandAir networks have more than one Subscriber. Shipping Box Contents Each radio box contains the following items:
Radio terminal (ExtendAir eMIMO radios are configured as Radio B) Mounting kit (for pole mounting) Accessory kit Grounding screw/washers Weather-sealing tape (required for RF connectors on the rc models) Registration card Quick-start guide The power solution for ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series is sold separately. Any 802.3af compliant power-over-Ethernet solution may be used. 802.3at compatibility is also provided. Inspect the outer packaging and the contents of the boxes upon receipt. If you suspect any shipping damage or issues with the contents, contact Exalt Customer Care. Note: Register your system as soon as possible. Outdoor-rated and shielded CAT5e or CAT6 cable, such as Beldon 1300A, with RJ-45 connectors is recommended for the Ethernet connections. For Ethernet connections, a maximum length of 100 meters applies to the total length of the cabling between the radio terminal and the first network-aware connection (such as a switch or router). 6 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Initial Configuration and Back-to-Back Bench Test Every Exalt digital microwave radio goes through extensive quality testing and performance evaluation over the full operating temperature range prior to shipment. However, before installation, it is strongly advised to perform several tests and tasks that are much more difficult to perform once the radio link endpoints are distant from one another. A back-to-back bench test and pre-configuration will provide confidence that the radio link is operational and properly configured prior to installation, so that if troubleshooting is necessary, the radio hardware and configuration settings are eliminated from the troubleshooting process. Verify the following in the back-to-back testing:
Confirm that the radio system is generally operational Radios power-up with planned power and wiring solutions Radio firmware version matches on each terminal (and is ideally the latest version) Upgrade license key entry successful RF link connects in both directions Traffic passes across the link Note: Some countries require Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) for certain frequency bands, which delays the transmitter turn-on time during the initial Channel Availability Check period of 1 minute. In accordance with these regulations, these radios boot up, and then wait 1 minute before linking. Changes to system parameters may cause additional Channel Availability Checks (CACs), causing an additional 1 minute wait-time to link after changes are made. Configure connected equipment and cabling Test Ethernet (CAT5e or CAT6) cabling Configure IP settings for configuration and management Configure passwords and security modes Become familiar with the configuration and management interfaces through the Exalt GUI interface Configure radio parameters Set transmitter output power to engineered or allowed level (see RF Output Power Setting) Set operating center frequency Set link distance and occupied channel bandwidth Make detailed radio performance measurements Measure transmitter output power Measure receiver threshold performance Confirm unfaded error-free performance Some of these tasks may not be possible or practical within a bench test environment due to the nature of the remote connectivity of peripheral equipment. However, it is good practice to perform as much as possible in this environment to minimize field/installation time and troubleshooting efforts. Detailed performance measurements are usually not required for pre-installation, but can be easily performed at this stage and may be helpful for later troubleshooting efforts or for internal records. 208363-009 2016-05-26 7 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios During troubleshooting, there may often be a point at which a back-to-back bench test should be performed to verify many or all of the above items, and in the case of a suspected faulty device, to help confirm the fault and determine which end of the system is at fault and in need of repair or replacement. Note: See Back-to-back Bench Testing for detailed instructions. RF Output Power Setting The maximum RF output power is bounded by one of the following criteria:
Maximum RF output power setting capability of the radio device Maximum RF output power allowed/authorized by the local government regulations and for this specific device Maximum effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) of the transmission system allowed/
authorized by the local government regulations and for this specific device Desired RSL to not exceed the maximum RSL allowed by the device Desired RSL to minimize/eliminate interference into neighboring systems Note: In many cases the radio must be pre-configured for no greater than the legal maximum output power before connecting to the antenna and transmission system. Instructions for adjusting the output power can also be found at the rear of this guide in the EIRP section for your region. Link distance TDMA or CSMA operation TDD Frame Size (if TDMA is selected) Time Division Duplex (TDD) Factors The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios are very dynamic, allowing the installer to optimize and control the performance of the radio system for the intended application. The following parameters must be carefully determined during the link engineering phase:
Bandwidth Mode (modulation) The setting of the above parameters determines the following performance factors:
The following generalizations can be made with regards to these factors:
The shorter the link distance, the lower the latency, the higher the throughput The higher the bandwidth, the higher the capacity The higher the mode, the higher the capacity TDMA has predictable latency relative to the TDD Frame Size setting Ethernet throughput System latency (delay) 8 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Link Orientation Link orientation refers to the Radio A and Radio B (Hub and Sub for ExpandAir) placement in your network. For every link, one end of the radio link must be configured as Radio A/Hub, while the other end is configured as Radio B/Sub. Radio Configuration Use the Exalt GUI to configure the radio terminals for Radio A/Hub and Radio B/Sub orientation. Since many other parameters also need to be set, and the Exalt GUI is needed for these configurations, this is the best way to completely configure the radio terminals. Except for ExpandAir Hubs, radios arrive from manufacture in default configuration, orientated as Radio B/Sub and configured as shown in Table 1. Table 1 Factory default settings Parameter ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Radio Settings Radio (RF) State Disabled Endpoint Identifier Radio B/Subexcept for ExpandAir Hubs Band/Frequencya Bandwidth
-A models: 5.8GHz ISM/5.745GHz
-E and -W models: 5.4GHz UNII-DFS/5.500GHz
-A models: 5MHz
-E and -W models: 20MHz Transmit Power Limit Disabled/25 dBm Link Distance 12.4 mi/20 km Link Security Key 000000000000 Administration Password password User Password IP Address IP Mask IP Gateway password 10.0.0.1 255.255.255.0 10.0.0.10 Access List Filtering Disabled Encryption Open (no security applied) a. If band is supported by the regulatory model; otherwise a different frequency may be the default setting. 208363-009 2016-05-26 9 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: In many cases, the system design will not be identical to the factory default configuration, and in some cases, these differences prohibit the installation of the radio. If at all possible, obtain a computer and configure the radio terminals using the browser-based GUI. See Configuration and Management for details. Reset to Default Settings If the IP address or password is lost or forgotten or a VLAN issue exists where access to the radio cannot be made, reset the radio to critical factory defaults. To reset the radio to factory settings:
1 Remove the waterproof connector/gland/spacer assembly from the Sync In/Out port of the radio. Keep all pieces of this connector safe and secure (rubber gland, beveled washer, nut, spacer plug). If the Sync port was in use, remove the connected sync cable. 2 Place the reset tool (an RJ-45 wired with pins 3 and 5 connected to each other and no other pins 3 connected) into the Sync In/Out port of the radio. If already communicating to the radio GUI, navigate to the Shutdown page and click the Shutdown button Wait for 30 seconds before going on to the next step. 4 Power cycle the radio using one of the following methods:
a. Remove power at the PoE injector source b. Disconnect from the PoE injector or disconnect at the ETH1/PoE port 5 Reconnect or reapply power. IMPORTANT! Ensure that proper and constant power is applied for the remainder of this process. Wait at least 20 seconds or until three short beeps occur. On any wait longer than 20 seconds, at approximately every 10 seconds thereafter, two short beeps sound. 6 Remove the reset tool from the Sync In/Out port. Wait approximately 45 to 90 seconds or until one long beep occurs. 7 Replace the waterproof connector/gland/spacer assembly in the Sync In/Out port or reconnect sync cable and tighten the connector assembly. Wait approximately 2 minutes from the time step 5 was completed. IP address = 10.0.0.1 IP Mask = 255.255.255.0 The following changes are made to the radio:
Admin and User passwords = password All factory settings are configured The radio should be accessible using the above default access configurations and can be reprogrammed as necessary. 10 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Installation and Initiation Process The tasks required for radio installation and initiation are outlined in the following figure. Transmission System Tasks Radio Preparation Tasks Path & Site Analysis Link Design Build Antenna Structures &
Egress Read This Manual Completely Pre-configure Radios Perform Back-to-Back Test Mount Antennas &
Transmission Line Install & Test Network &
Power Wiring Both Transmission System & Radio Preparation Tasks Must Be Complete Mount Radios Connect Transmission Line Connect Power Align Antennas to Planned RSL Verify LEDs for Good Link Test Network Connectivity Connect &
Test Primary Services Test Network Management System Figure 3 Radio installation tasks 208363-009 2016-05-26 11 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Length/type of primary transmission lines at each site Length/type of secondary transmission line(s) Transmitter output power setting as installed at each site Record Keeping After installation, record the following items for ongoing maintenance and future troubleshooting. Keep a record for each end of the radio link and store a copy of these records at the radio location, at the opposite end radio location, and a central record storage location. GPS coordinates for antenna locations at each site Antenna heights above ground level (AGL), as mounted Antenna model numbers, serial numbers, and specifications Antenna polarization as mounted Model number and serial number of RF lightning arrestors RSL as measured after antenna alignment at each site Designed RSL per original design at each site RSL reading with far-end power off (from each end) Spectrum analyzer plot with far end off at each site Voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR)/return loss at radios antenna connector at each site Radios network management IP address at each site Radios network management gateway address at each site Radios operating frequency, bandwidth setting, and mode of operation Optionally purchased extended warranty and/or emergency service contract details In addition, certain information may be desired for central record-keeping only:
Link security codes and log in passwords (stored in a secure place) Photographs of complete installation End-user sign-off/acceptance documentation (if any) Photo of product identification label (part number, serial number, MAC address information) Electronic copy of radios configuration file Electronic copy of radios installed software 12 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Installation This section presents all tasks required to install the Exalt Digital Microwave Radio. Mechanical Configuration and Mounting The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios are environmentally sealed units intended for deployment outdoors. The device must be deployed within an ambient temperature range as specified, and with non-restrictive airflow around the chassis. The rc models can also be mounted in an enclosure or indoors. The same airflow and temperature conditions apply. All integrated antenna models can be mounted behind a window if window losses are considered in the link budget calculation. Note: Unless rated for outdoor use by the manufacturer, the power injector and power supply must be placed indoors or in an enclosure. Provide proper clearance for all cables and connectors attached to the device. Note that for the rc models, the RF cable connector may require significant clearance for the bend radius of the coaxial cable assembly. All RF connectors, cables, and adapters must be rated for operation within the radios frequency range. RF connector losses must be accounted for within the link engineering design and output power settings. Mounting the System Use the mounting system supplied with each terminal for pole mounting (Figure 4). The pole mounting kit for r-model radios accommodates a pole 1.53"/3.87.7cm in diameter; rc-model radios accommodate a pole 2-6"/5.1-15.2cm in diameter. Install the mounting system first, and then affix the radio to the mount. The radio can also be affixed to the mount, and the entire assembly (including radio) mounted. Figure 4 Pole-mount examplesr model at left; rc model at right For rc models, the mounting solution is a very simple single bracket, using pole-mounting band clamps accommodating 26"/5.115.2cm pole diameters. For integrated antenna models, it is critical to mount the entire device at the predetermined location for proper path clearance to the link end. Ensure that there is adequate space around the mounting system and the radio to allow for antenna alignment for both azimuth and elevation adjustments. Note: Mount the rc models as close as possible to the antenna to minimize the length and associated losses of RF cabling. 208363-009 2016-05-26 13 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Ports and Indicators This section provides a brief overview of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the device. Details about each item are in other sections of this document. Figure 5 shows the connectors on the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios. SYNC IN/SYNC OUT/RESET ETH3 ETH2 POWER/ETH1 Figure 5 ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series connectors Connector Overview Table 2 provides details of the connectors. Detailed pin structures for each connector are in Interface Connections. Table 2 Connectors Connector Sync In/Sync Out/Reset Description Sync In for TDD Synchronization (from the second radio or through the ExaltSync Collocation Kit). Sync Out for TDD Synchronization (to a second radio or through the ExaltSync Collocation Kit to multiple radios). Connect the reset tool to this port to reset the radio to factory configuration settings (see Reset to Default Settings). ETH2 and ETH3 10/100BaseT connections for data to traverse the link and/or management. PoE/ETH1 Connected cables traverse to the power injector (Data+Power side), and provide the following functions:
Primary ports for user Ethernet data (10BaseT, 100BaseT, or 1000BaseT) to traverse link and/or management DC power from power injector
(Ground) Threaded (M5) receptacle. 14 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: Retain all weatherproofing spacers for unused connectors. Ensure that all connections are hand-tight for proper weatherproofing. LED Indicators Table 3 provides details of the LED indicators on the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios. Note that there are two LEDs, labeled top and bottom, associated with each connector. Green LED Type Green LED Table 3 LED indicatorsTBD Location Sync/Reset Top Sync/Reset Bottom ETH2 or ETH3 Top ETH2 or ETH3 Bottom PoE/ETH1 Bottom PoE/ETH1 Top Green LED Green LED Green LED Green LED Function Reserved for future use Unused Unused Unused Solid when proper power is applied. Solid when Ethernet link is established. Blinking when Ethernet traffic is present. Power The radio requires a 802.3af or 802.3at compliant PoE power source within specifications. Note: Read this section completely before applying power. Terminating the RF Connectors (rc models) Before applying power, the RF connectors must be properly terminated into a 50-Ohm load. If this is not performed, the radio may be damaged by simply applying power. Also, there are human safety factors to consider regarding potentially harmful RF radiation. The following lists a few simple ways to achieve proper termination:
Connect 50-Ohm coaxial termination devices to the RF ports of the radio. The terminations must be rated to 1W (or more). Example(s) include:
Broadwave Technologies P/N 552-200-002, or similar Connect the complete transmission system. That is, the RF cabling including the antenna. The cabled antenna provides a proper termination for the RF output. Connect a fixed (or a series of fixed) 50-Ohm attenuator(s) to the RF connectors, either directly or at the end of RF transmission lines. The attenuators must be at least 30dB as specified at the operating frequency and rated for a minimum of 1W input power. Examples include:
Broadwave Technologies P/N 352-103-xxx Bird 2-A-MFN-xx JFW Industries 50FP-xxx-H6-N 208363-009 2016-05-26 15 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios When installing outdoors, cover any unused connector with the connector cap and apply the weather-
seal tape. Both cap and tape are included in the accessory kit. Ethernet Lightning/Surge Protection To provide for human safety and for the safety of connected network equipment, it is highly recommended to place a weatherproof lightning suppression device at the egress point where the CAT5e or CAT6 cable(s) enter the building, shelter, or cabinet. To protect the radio equipment, install a weatherproof lightning suppression device near the radio for all connected CAT5e or CAT6 cables. Any Ethernet surge protection device used for the PoE port must be rated for 802.3af use, and for 1000BaseT operation. For the ETH2 and ETH3 connections, any 100BaseT rated surge protection device can be used. Use a short CAT5e or CAT6 cable for the connection between the radio and the first arrestor. Use bulk outdoor-rated CAT5e or CAT6 cable for the longer run between arrestors, and indoor- or outdoor-rated cable with a standard CAT5e or CAT6 termination for the connection from the egress arrestor and power injector. Note: Use only outdoor-rated UV-resistant CAT5e or CAT6 cable. The cable that connects directly to the radio must have an outer diameter between 0.25"/6.35 mm and 0.31"/7.87mm. Belden 1300A is recommended. Securely hand-tighten all connectors on the ODU to ensure a weatherproof seal. Antenna/Transmission System This section provides guidance to mounting and connecting the RF transmission system, which consists of the antenna, RF cabling, and RF lightning arrestors. Consult the manufacturers instructions for proper mounting, grounding, and wiring of these devices, and for definitive direction. These manufacturers instructions supersede any information in this section. See Table 7 and Table 6 for lists of supported antennas. Initial Antenna Mounting The antenna must be an exact model recommended by the path and site planning engineer(s). Mount the antenna at the proper height, mast/mounting location and polarization orientation as determined by the path and site planning engineer(s). The model type, location, and orientation of the antenna is critical with respect to achieving proper path clearance, as well as to mitigate external or self-
interference from nearby or collocated systems operating in or near the same frequency band. Warning! Mount the antenna in a restricted area and in a manner preventing long-term human exposure to the transmitted RF energy. To comply with FCC and Industry Canada regulations, the minimum safe distance from the antenna for continuous human exposure is 10'/3m. The antenna structure must be secure and safe with respect to the mounting of the antenna, transmission system weight, radio housing, and the combined weight of any personnel that may climb or attach to the structure. The combined weight of items and forces on the structure must be carefully considered in the design and construction of the structure. This must include the weight bearing on the structure in the highest wind conditions possible in the region, and with respect to all objects affixed to the structure. 16 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios If additional objects are affixed to the structure in the future, it may be important to evaluate both the mechanical impact of these planned additions (with respect to wind and weight loading), as well as the potential impact to RF interference and frequency coordination (if additional radio equipment is anticipated). This is especially important if future equipment is likely to operate within the same frequency band. Once the antenna is mounted, cabled, and aligned, your goal is to never require modification. This prior planning is important in the path and site planning stages and in construction of the antenna structure. Follow the antenna manufacturers instructions for mechanical mounting of the antenna. Ensure that there is enough room around the antenna for alignment activities (moving the antenna in vertical and horizontal arcs), and for the RF transmission line to connect to the antenna connector unobstructed and within the specified bend radius requirements of the transmission line. At this point, the antenna mounts should be fully secure to the structure, the feed of the antenna securely mounted to the antenna (if the feed is a separate assembly), and the azimuth and elevation adjustments not completely tightened in preparation of the antenna alignment activity. It is a good practice to connect the transmission line to the antenna connector as early in the process as possible, to reduce the opportunity for debris or moisture to enter either the antenna connector or the transmission line connector. Use a connector cover or other temporary measures to ensure that the connector is kept clear. Take extra care if the antenna is installed during inclement weather to ensure that no moisture gets inside the antenna connector at any time. Now the antenna can be aimed in the general direction required for the link. Use a compass, a reference bearing, binoculars or any other similar device to point the antenna in the direction
(generally) of the far end radio, and then slightly tighten the azimuth and elevation adjustments so that the antenna maintains its general position and is safe to be left without additional securing. Refer to the Exalt white paper, Antenna Alignment, for more information on antenna alignment techniques. Transmission Line from Antenna to Radio Most installations use a very short length of coaxial transmission line for the connection between the antenna and the radio device. Coaxial transmission line can either have a solid or braided shield. Solid-
shield cables are more resistant to external signal coupling and interference, but are generally stiffer than braided cables. Consult the path or site engineer(s) to ensure that the proper materials are chosen for the installation and that all factors were considered. Generally, the larger the diameter of the transmission line, the lower the loss. So for longer runs of transmission line, larger diameter cables are highly advised. However, at every frequency, there is a maximum diameter cable that supports the operating frequency. Verify the specifications. This is determined in the path and site planning process. Table 4 lists representative samples of transmission line types recommended for the Exalt Digital Microwave Radio. 208363-009 2016-05-26 17 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 4 Recommended transmission line Manufacturer Type Andrew LDF4-50 Description 1/2-inch solid shield Loss at 4.9GHz Loss at 5.3GHz Loss at 5.8GHz 5.6dB/100'
5.7dB/100'
6.0dB/100'
Andrew LDF4.5-50 5/8-inch solid shield N/A 4.4dB/100'
4.7dB/100'
Times Times RFS RFS LMR-600 1/2-inch braided shield 6.8dB/100'
6.9dB/100'
7.3dB/100'
LMR-900 5/8-inch braided shield N/A 4.6dB/100'
4.9dB/100'
LCF12-50J 1/2-inch solid shield 5.5dB/100'
5.6dB/100'
5.9dB/100'
LCF12-58J 5/8-inch solid shield N/A 4.5dB/100'
4.8dB/100'
It is critical that the transmission line and antenna be capable of supporting the same type of connector, or easily adapted. It can be important to minimize the number of connectors and adapters, and it is ideal that they match directly without adaptation. In most cases, transmission line allows for N-type male connectors and antennas have N-type female connectors. If possible, connect the primary transmission line directly to the antenna. It is desired to have the fewest possible pieces of transmission line in the system, to minimize losses and points of failure from connectors. The antenna can typically accommodate a direct connection if planned in advance. Use a 90 adapter for the connection to the antenna, if necessary, but confirm that all connectors and transmission lines are properly specified for the operating frequency with minimum loss, proper impedance (50 Ohm) and proper VSWR characteristics. Transmission line connector termination is a critical element of the installation. Many factory built RF transmission lines do not provide the proper characteristics for proper transmission, despite their published specifications, often due to the fully or semi-automated process of factory termination, which may not have considered the frequency of your system. When buying pre-terminated transmission line, it is strongly advised to obtain the documentation of test measurements on the connected transmission line showing that the loss characteristics and VSWR are within the specified limits specifically at your operating frequency. In addition to factory-built transmission line, self-
terminated transmission line can suffer the same issues. Caution: Always follow the manufacturers termination process EXACTLY, and only use the manufacturers authorized tools and connectors for a given transmission line type. The manufacturers of transmission line typically offer instruction and certification for transmission line termination, and may also provide videos illustrating the process. There is no amount of extra care, education, precision, and effort that can be overstated for this process. There is often a need for a small excess of transmission line near the antenna to accommodate both the need for extra slack as the antenna is loosened and moved for the alignment process, and to accommodate a drip loop for the transmission line and the initial transmission line securing hardware and grounding near the antenna. In addition, the transmission line is typically very stiff, and can provide undue pulling force on the antenna or radio connector. Take care to align the cable with the connector so that it does not provide any torque or strain on the connector. Consult your transmission line manufacturer for the proper transportation, hoisting, securing, and grounding process. Always be very mindful of the entire length of transmission line to ensure that the transmission line is never twisted, kinked, or over-bent beyond the specified bend radius. Once a 18 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios transmission line is over-bent or kinked, it will likely never recover its specified characteristics, even after straightening, and will often be completely unusable. The opposite end of this primary transmission line typically terminates at the radio connector. If using a long transmission line (in excess of 3'/1m), an RF lightning arrestor is recommended to protect the radio equipment. As soon as practical, weatherproof the connected ends of the transmission line to the antenna and lightning arrestor and radio. This process should be delayed as long as possible to ensure that all systems are working properly before applying the weatherproofing. Once weatherproofing is applied, it may have to be removed for testing or installation modification. With this in mind, if the installation is occurring during inclement weather, take extra care at all times to ensure that no moisture enters any connector at any time. If moisture is suspected to have compromised the antenna or transmission line, it may render those devices useless without any means for remedy except for full replacement. Cap and weatherproof the second antenna connector on the radio if using a single-polarity antenna. Indoor Mounting On rare occasions the antenna can be mounted indoors behind a window. In these cases, there would not be a need for drip loops or an RF lightning arrestor. Use a very short transmission line connected directly between the antenna and the radio mounted nearby. The weatherproofing process can also be omitted. Polyphaser AL-LSXM RF Lightning Arrestor RF lightning arrestors provide a direct path to ground for lightning strikes that may couple to or directly hit the outdoor transmission system or antenna structure. The RF lightning arrestor prevents any associated voltage and current from entering the radio equipment, other equipment, or humans. The following lightning arrestors are examples of proper devices for Exalt Digital Microwave Radios:
Citel PRC5800 Mount and ground the RF lightning arrestor in accordance to the manufacturers recommendations. Place it as close as possible to the radio equipment. Minimize the distance to the radio to lessen the opportunity for lightning to couple to or strike the unprotected section of transmission line (if any). Consult a qualified electrician or installer in all cases of grounding and lightning arrestor implementation. Antenna Alignment Antennas must be installed at both ends of the planned link to commence precision alignment. Refer to the Exalt white paper, Antenna Alignment. Antennas are typically aligned using the radio hardware for precise alignment. However, there are many very useful tools available to aid in this process, inclusive of devices specifically designed for the purpose of aligning antennas. Some examples are:
XL Microwave Path Align-R Use of these devices may be extremely advantageous as compared to using the radio, because they employ many unique facilities to aid in this process. Using these tools also makes it possible to align the antennas before the radio equipment is delivered. However, many installers successfully use the radios as the means for antenna alignment. Teletronics 17-402 208363-009 2016-05-26 19 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Antennas must be installed at both ends of the planned link to commence precision alignment. Refer to the Exalt white paper, Antenna Alignment. Antennas are typically aligned using the internal alignment buzzer and the RSL value reported on the radio GUI. 1 Configure one side of the link as Radio A/Hub and the other side as Radio B/Sub, with the desired link frequency and Bandwidth setting at both ends, and the maximum transmit power allowed. 2 Enable Radio A/Hub with the Radio (RF) State parameter enabled on the System Configuration Page. 3 Enable Radio B/Sub and enter the RF MAC Address of Radio A/Hub on the Antenna Alignment Settings Page of the GUI. The RF MAC Address of each radio is located on the Radio Information Page. 4 Coarse align antennas at both ends using compass bearings and/or a local landmark on the path. For ExpandAir Hubs, align in accordance to the coverage area azimuth and elevation plan based on the original engineering design. Use a distant landmark for azimuth alignment. Use the elevation markers on the mounting bracket for the integrated radio, or the mounting system for the remote antenna. For remote antenna elevation alignment, use a level or inclinometer to properly set elevation. 5 Click Start Alignment on Radio B/Sub. The alignment buzzer sounds. When the alignment buzzer is enabled, the radio enclosure emits a sound. The beeps get more rapid as better levels of RSL are achieved. Align the antennas until the fastest beeps are accomplished. The beep interval is once per 3 seconds if the far-end RF MAC Address is not found. Once the far-end is acquired, the beep interval starts at one beep per second and once the far-end is acquired, becomes a more rapid beep from 95 to 53 dBm. Above 53 dBm, the beep is continuous. 6 Adjust the azimuth and elevation of the Radio B/Sub antenna until it aligned and has the best possible RSL. RSL (RSSI) is reported on the Antenna Alignment page, to the right of the RF MAC Address entry. 7 Lightly tighten the antenna adjustment mechanics. 8 After Radio B/Sub is aligned as best as possible, for ExtendAir eMIMO, enable alignment on the Radio A side, enable Access List Filtering and enter the far-end RF MAC Address. For ExpandAir models, check the Alignment RSL on the Hub for record-keeping and any minor adjustments needed for proper coverage. The Hub antenna may need to be realigned when Subs are added to the network. Subs will not need to be realigned unless significant changes are made to the elevation angle of the Hub. Subs further toward the edge of coverage (range or azimuth) may require realignment to maximize performance. 9 Repeat this procedure to align Radio A/Hub. Alignment should be optimized at both ends, one side at a time, back and forth, until the target RSL is achieved, as indicated on the Performance Page. 10 After the designed RSL is achieved, mechanically secure the antenna for azimuth and elevation alignment. Carefully monitor the RSL level while tightening the mechanics, and ensure that the antenna remains in alignment. 11 Disable Antenna Alignment on both ends of the link once alignment is completed. 20 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Configuration and Management The Exalt GUI is the primary user interface for configuring and troubleshooting the radio and radio system. A computer or hand-held device with a conventional HTML browser and Ethernet port is required. Microsoft Internet Explorer is the preferred browser. Firefox, Chrome and Safari are also supported. Prepare to Connect Except for ExpandAir Hub radios, new radios are preconfigured as Radio B/Sub, and have the same IP address. The initial priority is to configure one radio to Radio A and assign different IP addresses, unique to each radio. There are two ways to change the IP address:
1 Reset the radio to the critical default factory settings. IMPORTANT! If a reboot is prompted during the radio reset, ensure that proper and constant power is applied during the entire reboot process. 2 Connect to the GUI using the default IP address (10.0.0.1), and change the IP address through the GUI interface. Note: To connect to the radios Ethernet port and use the GUI interface, the accessing computer must match the radios IP address subnet. It is therefore necessary to change the computers IP address to match the subnet of the radio (such as, a computer IP address of 10.0.0.10 if trying to connect to a radio set to the factory default IP address of 10.0.0.1). To configure a radio as Radio A, connect to the GUI and change the configuration, as discussed in this section. Make Connections It is recommended that one radio at a time be configured, on a bench, before taking the radios to the field for installation:
For models with RF connectors, terminate the RF connectors with a 50-Ohm termination or a fixed attenuator of at least 30dB (see Power). Note: Do not initially connect the radios in a back-to-back configuration. If the radios are set to their factory default settings, both radios are configured as Radio B/Sub and cannot communicate. Both radios also have the same IP address, which causes IP address conflicts Once connected to the radio using Ethernet, log in to the Exalt GUI. Log In Use the following steps to log in to the Exalt GUI. 1 Open a browser window. Microsoft Internet Explorer is the recommended browser. Firefox, Chrome, and Safari are also supported. If there are issues with your browser, please report it to Exalt Customer Care. You may be required to use a different browser to immediately overcome issues. 2 Type the IP address of the radio in the address bar. 208363-009 2016-05-26 21 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 6 Initiating the browser connection The following window displays after pressing the Enter key or clicking the Go button in the browser window. Figure 7 Browser Login screen Login Privileges There are two levels of login privileges:
Administrator (admin) assigned complete permissions to view, edit, and configure User (user) assigned limited, view-only permissions with no edit or configuration rights The default login names and passwords are as follows:
Table 5 Default login information Privilege level Administrator User User name admin user Default password password password Administrator login credentials are required for configuration purposes. Type the user name and passwords for Administrator level and click OK. The following screen displays. 22 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 8 Radio Information page Quick Start To establish a link on the bench, apply the following basic configurations to the radio terminal. Use the steps in the Quick Start Guide included with the radio. A summary of the items that need to be configured are:
Radio IP address for each end. Each end must have a different IP address and cannot match the accessing computers IP address or any address assigned if radios are part of a larger network. It may be required to change the IP address of the accessing computer after changing the IP address of the radio so that the IP subnet matches. The radio IP address is listed on the Administration Settings Page. One radio must be configured as Radio A (or Hub) and the other as Radio B (or Sub). Radio RF State must be enabled. All configuration settings on the System Configuration Page must match. If all other parameters are still configured at their factory default settings, the radios can now be connected back-to-back to verify that the link is communicating and perform any other desired tests. See Back-to-back Bench Testing for test information. Note: Click the Save button to save changes on any page. Also on all pages until saved, changed fields display with an orange background. Most configuration parameter settings are intuitive. The following link parameters must match at both ends for the link to communicate:
208363-009 2016-05-26 23 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Encryption Key (Administration Settings Page) Bandwidth (System Configuration Page) Frequency (System Configuration Page) Link Security Key (Administration Settings Page) In addition:
Enter the Peer (RF) MAC Addresses for all Radio B/Sub radios on the Radio A/Hub Access Control List Page or disable Access List Filtering. Both radios must have the Radio (RF) State parameter enabled (System Configuration Page) The Link Distance setting must be equal to or greater than the actual link distance (System Configuration Page) Note: Changing any of these parameters may cause a temporary loss of link. Navigating the GUI The GUI provides the primary interface for all configuration and management. In the navigation pane, click the page link to access that page. There are three sections of the main GUI window:
Navigation pane Main window Link name and status LINK NAME AND STATUS PANES PAGE LINK NAVIGATION PANE MAIN WINDOW Figure 9 Exalt GUI window description The link name and status panes in the upper-left indicate link state:
Link Up: Both panes are green. 24 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Link Down: The top pane and the Local radio (at left) pane are red, and Remote (right) pane is gray. Pane is in the Yellow link state: RSL is lower than Alarm Threshold or PER Threshold exceeded. The upper pane displays the link name of the radio you are logged in to as configured on the Administration Settings Page. The Local pane (left) displays the local radio name and its IP address as configured on the Administration Settings page. For ExtendAir eMIMO models and Subscribers of ExpandAir networks, the Remote pane (right) displays the MAC address of the far-end radio (when connected). For ExpandAir Hub radios, the Remote pane (right) displays how many Subscribers are connected and the color of this pane follows this convention:
Green: All subscribers selected for monitoring are connected. See Access Control List Page to enable monitoring. Red: One or more monitored Subscribers are not connected. 208363-009 2016-05-26 25 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Information Page This page provides general information about the local radio terminal. This information is helpful for troubleshooting and for record keeping. Figure 10 Radio Information page ExtendAir model (-W rest-of-world model) For Customer Support and return material authorization (RMA) activity, the Model Number, Part Number and Serial Number are required. Hardware ID number is required by Customer Support only if there are issues with license key entries. The Licensed Features field indicates the features installed based on the License Key entered on the Administration Settings Page. The Firmware Version field lists the currently installed version in the Active bank of the File Transfer Page. Note: It is strongly advised to update to the latest release of firmware, which is available for download from www.exaltcom.com. 26 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Administration Settings Page This page allows contains general parameters for the radio system. Figure 11 Administration Settings pageExtendAir model The Current Value column lists entries actual settings. Desired changes are entered in the New Value column. After all desired changes are entered, click the Update button to accept and enable changes. Most entries on this page are self-explanatory. The following lists unique or important parameters. IMPORTANT! If a reboot is prompted during a configuration reset, ensure that proper and constant power is applied during the entire reboot process. The Date and Time fields are not adjustable. This display is based on NTP settings. Security Key must match at the endpoints of any link (Hub and all Subs for a point-to-multipoint network). Reset the admin and user passwords. These passwords should not match. If the admin password remains at the factory default setting, it provides an opportunity for random reassignment by a network-connected user. The new password must be entered twice. If the passwords do not match and the Update button clicked, the password is not changed and remains set to the previous password. Enter the license key provided by Exalt to access extended features. Click Update to accept the changes and enable the new features. License keys are issued by radio serial number, so ensure that the license key used was issued for this particular radio. Changing the license key will cause the radio to reboot. 208363-009 2016-05-26 27 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Encryption: Not applicable when Open is selected. AES is the available authentication protocol, which provides additional data security for the wireless link. This feature requires that both radios have a valid AES encryption key, simply insert a matching string on both terminals and enable the Encryption option. 28 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios NTP and Time Zone Page This page allows you to configure the radio to receive date and time information from a Network Time Protocol (NTP) server. Figure 12 NTP and Time Zone page Enter up to four NTP server IP addresses. The radio must have a network path to the server(s) to obtain NTP information. Select the time zone of the system. Note: These radios do not have an internal clock. It is recommended that you configure NTP so that the Event Log and other diagnostic tools display accurate time and date information. 208363-009 2016-05-26 29 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios SNMP Configuration Page This page allows configuration of Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support. SNMP v1, SNMPv2c, and SNMPv3 are supported. Note that when using SNMPv3, authentication is performed using SHA1, and privacy/encryption is performed using DES56. Figure 13 SNMP Configuration page Enable the SNMP types used by your network administration (if any). Note: SNMPv3 is the only secure SNMP protocol. SNMPv3 is recommended over SNMPv1 or SNMPv2c. When using SNMPv3, authentication is performed using SHA1; privacy and encryption is performed using DES56. Enter all required passwords or community strings for the SNMP service(s). Add System Contact information and the radio information for retrieval by the SNMP management system. 30 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios SNMP Trap Configuration Page Support is available for SNMP traps when SNMP is enabled. Figure 14 SNMP Trap Configuration page Configure up to four SNMP trap destination addresses. Use any or all of available traps so that the network manager is automatically warned of alarms and perform in-depth polling to determine status or use the GUI to examine radios in the alarm state. Enable Spectrum Analyzer traps to notify you when a spectrum analysis scan starts and ends, and when RF Mute is enabled for the Spectrum Analyzer. 208363-009 2016-05-26 31 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios File Management Page This page displays the firmware version, and allows the administrator to upload and download files to and from the radio. Figure 15 File Management pageExtendAir model The previous, current, and factory versions of firmware display, and controls to change the current version to match either the previous or factory version are provided. Both ends of any link must match the current version for proper operation. Always modify the far-end first, and then the near-end. For Point-to-Multipoint, modify all subscribers before to upgrading the hub. Note: Link outages may occur until firmware versions match. Several files are available for download from the radio, as shown. Follow the instructions on the File Transfer Link page (Figure 16) to download the selected file type. License key and radio firmware files can be uploaded. When uploading radio firmware files, the file is automatically loaded as the new Current version, and the previous version is moved to the Previous Version memory slot. Press Revert to previous to change the current version to the previous version. Press Revert to factory to change from the current version to the original factory version. Follow these steps to upload a file:
1 Select the radio button for the type of file to upload (radio firmware or license key). 2 Browse to the file location, and select the file. 3 Click the Upload to Radio button. For file downloads, a second page/link appears. Note: Do not change the name of any download file. Never change radio firmware file names. 32 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 16 File Transfer link page 208363-009 2016-05-26 33 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Configuration Page This page contains several critical system parameters. Figure 17 System Configuration pageExtendAir eMIMO model Most entries on this page are self-explanatory. The following lists unique or important parameters. Disable the Radio (RF) State parameter to stop transmitting to the far-end radio. Set the Endpoint Identifier parameter to either Radio A/Hub or Radio B/Sub. One end of the link must be Radio A/Hub and the other end must be Radio B/Sub. For ExpandAir, there can be up to 16 subscribers per Hub. 34 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Compatibility details:
ExpandAir Hubs can be configured as any type of terminal (Hub, Sub, or PTP terminal endpoint A or B). ExtendAir eMIMO terminals can be configured as Subs (by configuring Radio B) in an ExpandAir network. ExpandAir Subs can only be configured as Subs and cannot be used in PTP configuration ExtendAir eMIMO networks.
(-W models only) Set the Country Code parameter to the country where the radio is deployed. Select the desired frequency Band. The available bands are related to the selected country code
(-W models only). Note: 4.9GHz band operation is restricted in most countries to Government or Public Safety use, and is only available on -A models. Consult with local regulatory restrictions prior to operating in this band. Select the RF Frequency to match at both ends. If desired, instead of selecting a specific frequency, you can select AUTO to scan the selected band to identify the frequency with the least noise or interference. Some bands also require Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS). DFS is automatically enabled for these bands and is selectable for all other bands. Radio B/Sub radios always search for Radio A/Hub radios. 208363-009 2016-05-26 35 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: With AUTO selected, the link scans and a new frequency may be selected every time the link is re-established due to certain configuration changes or reboot. QoS select to enable Quality of Service on the radio. QoS is a network prioritizing feature that ensures high-priority traffic transfers during peak capacity demands. The priority hierarchy is adhered to when capacity demand is higher than the link can provide; highest priority traffic is allowed to transfer, while lowest priority traffic may be dropped. This parameter must match at both ends of the link. QoS complies with 802.1p and IPv4 ToS/Diffserv. Select the Bandwidth parameter as determined in the design/engineering stage. This parameter must match at both ends of the link. Note: Changing the System Configuration parameters will temporarily interrupt traffic. Adjust the far-end radio first, and then the near-end radio. Changing Bandwidth changes the radios threshold. A narrower bandwidth has better threshold performance and improved interference immunity, therefore if changing to a wider bandwidth, there is an opportunity that the link may be lost and unrecoverable through GUI control. Check the available fade margin to determine if the impact to threshold and increased bandwidth is acceptable to maintain the link and the desired performance. If the link is lost due to increasing the Bandwidth parameter, travel to the radio location(s) may be required to reset the value. If DFS is enabled or enforced by the country configuration, the interruption will be a minimum of one minute to accommodate Channel Availability Check (CAC). Set the Effective Antenna Gain parameter to match the installed transmission system gain (that is, the gain of the antenna minus all losses between the radio and the antenna). Set the Transmit Power Limit parameter to the designed level (dBm). The professional installer sets this value or dictates the value of this setting to the system administrator following the system design and local regulations. In many cases, this value must be set to a proper value to comply with legal restrictions. Improper values can result in liability to the user and/or installer. Do not adjust the Radio Transmit Power Limit parameter to a value higher than is legally allowed. Note: The link may be lost and unrecoverable through GUI control. If the link is lost due to reduction of Radio Transmit Power, travel to the radio location(s) may be required to reset the value. Set the Link Distance parameter to optimize radio performance for the maximum link distance. Shorter distances provide better reaction times for error packet retransmissions, which allows better throughput (given the same RSL level). Note: Do not select a range less than the actual link distance. This will cause failure and collisions on transmission between the radios. The distance setting is not required for Radio B/Sub implementations. Note: Link Distance options are tied to other settings (such as TDD Frame Size). Only settings based on the combination of other settings are available. For Radio A/Hub, set the Access Protocol parameter to CSMA or TDMA. Select TDMA to provide predictable, but not best-effort, throughput and latency. 208363-009 2016-05-26 36 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios When TDMA is selected, the Radio Collocation, TDD Frame Size, and Tx/Rx Throughput Ratio options are available and must be configured. For Radio A/Hub, use Radio Collocation when there is more than one ExpandAir Hub or ExtendAir eMIMO Radio A terminal at the same location operating in the same frequency band, or if an ExpandAir Hub is collocated with an ExtendAir radio in the same frequency band. Collocation Sync ensures that local radios transmit and receive simultaneously to eliminate local interference from local transmitters into local receivers. The available options define the clocking source for collocated Hubs in TDMA mode. All radios in a collocation set have the same TDD Frame Size and same Throughput Ratio. The following options are available when the Radio Collocation option is selected:
No Sync Source allows the Hub or PTP link to run on its own clock. Select this option where TDMA is desired for Subscriber capacity allocation and/or latency control and there is only one Hub radio or PTP link and no collocation, or when collocated radios are operating with significant frequency separation and/or physical separation where separation eliminates the possibility of near-field interference of local transmit signals into local receive cycles. Use the Sync Recipient option to allow either a Hub or the Radio A end of a PTP link to synchronize to another Hub or the Radio A end of a PTP link, other Exalt radio sync output, or when it is the last radio in a collocation set. Use the Sync Recipeient+Relay option when the radio is part of a collocation set and connected to an Exalt 4-port collocation kit, but is NOT the first or last radio in that collocation set. The relay function carries the clock source through to the next radio in the collocation set. Use the Sync Source option when the radio is the source of synchronization for another Exalt radio sync input, including when it is the first radio in a collocation set. For Radio A/Hub, set the TDD Frame Size when TDMA is selected to control Hub-to-Sub connection latency or PTP radio latency, which impacts capacity. The options are 2, 4, or 5 milliseconds. The higher the TDD Frame Size, the higher the connection capacity, but the longer the latency. All synchronized collocated radios must have the same TDD Frame Size setting. For Radio A/Hub, set the Tx/Rx Throughput Ratio when TDMA is selected to control the ratio of throughput from outbound (transmit) traffic (Hub-to-Sub or Radio A to Radio B) versus inbound
(receive) traffic (Sub-to-Hub). A common setting is a 50/50 ratio for equivalent Outbound-to-Inbound traffic, but can be set to 65/
35 or 80/20 in either direction. There are bandwidth setting restrictions for certain combinations where narrow a bandwidth 80/20 settings are only available with a TDD Frame Size of 5ms. 65/35 settings are supported with all TDD Frame Size settings. setting (such as 5MHz) is not allowed. RSL Threshold applies to all radio implementations, except Hubs. This field sets the level at which an RSL Threshold Alarm (Trap) occurs (if the incoming signal level falls below this value) and the level to clear the alarm (Trap) with the Normal setting. For Hubs, the RSL Threshold alarm points are managed on the Access Control List Page. PER (Packet Error Rate) High Threshold allows you to set specific network operational requirements. The selected value applies to the PER alarm (Trap). 208363-009 2016-05-26 37 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Ethernet Page There are two sections to this page. The first is for Ethernet Administration State. In this section, the administrator can selectively enable or disable the ETH2 and/or ETH3 ports of the radio. ETH1/PoE is always enabled and should be used for primary radio traffic and management if only one port is enabled. Figure 18 Ethernet page The lower portion of this page allows you to configure port allocations for in-band or out-of-band management. The default setting is in-band management (management and traffic is carried over the air and available from all enabled Ethernet connectors on either end of the link) or out-of-band
(management traffic is not carried over the air and only available from the connectors designated for management, and traffic is independently carried on port(s) designated for traffic). ETH1 is the PoE port and is a Gigabit Ethernet port. ETH2 and ETH3 are 100BaseT ports and do not support PoE. Note: For out-of-band management configurations, due to the difference between Gigabit Ethernet and 100BaseT support on the interfaces, most users will configure the ETH1/PoE port as the traffic port and ETH2/ETH3 port(s) as management ports. 38 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 19 ExpandAir In-band Management Configuration The link can be configured in mixed mode, where one side of the link has in-band management and the other side uses out-of-band management. Figure 20 shows supported band management configurations. 208363-009 2016-05-26 39 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 20 Band management example The management function of each port can be assigned as:
In-Band Management (Figure 19) All ports can pass traffic over the link and also have access to management of the radio. Management traffic is carried over the link. In Figure 19, all interfaces are set to their default values of Traffic+Mgmt. 40 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 21 ExpandAir Out-of-band Management Configuration Out-of-band Management Each port can be set to either Traffic or Management. All ports set to traffic are connected together and pass traffic over the link, and all ports set to management are connected together, but separated from the traffic and do not go over the link. Management is not available over the wireless link in this configuration (unless externally switched or routed to a Traffic port). Note: The radio requires that a minimum of one interface have access to management (by setting to Mgmt or Traffic+Mgmt). 208363-009 2016-05-26 41 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Access Control List Page This page allows you to associate either or both ends of the radio link based on the MAC address of the far-end partner. For ExpandAir Hubs, this allows user-assigned names applied to each subscriber, and setting of the RSL Alarm and Normal Threshold for each subscriber, similar to this functionality on the System Configuration Page for Sub or Term A/B configurations. For Hub configurations, you can assign each subscriber for Monitoring or No Monitoring. This determines the overall far-end alarm status of the Hub. Figure 22 Access Control List pageExtendAir Hub model If Access List Filtering is enabled, the Hub (Term-RadioA) only associates with Subscribers that match the configured MAC addresses. The Terminal A configuration only provides one line for the remote RF MAC Address entry for Terminal B. The threshold settings for Radio A are on the System Configuration Page. 42 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 23 Access Control ListExpandAir Sub model Note: For Subs (Term-RadioB), the Access List Filtering enable/disable option is not available; it is recommended that you enter the far-end RF MAC address in this field. 208363-009 2016-05-26 43 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios VLAN Configuration Page VLAN is disabled as the default setting for Exalt radios. Exalt radios still pass VLAN and non-VLAN traffic across the link, but do not examine the VLAN traffic or act upon it. When VLAN is disabled, management access to the radio is untagged. Enable VLAN using the Exalt GUI for expanded VLAN support. Figure 24 VLAN Configuration page Note: All VLAN tagging is in reference to 802.1q VLAN ID and only the outer tag. There are two primary VLAN settings: Management-Only and VLAN Ingress Filtering. Management-Only VLAN support for access to the radios management interface on a designated VLAN ID. All other traffic is transparent. For this configuration, select Enable
(MGMT ONLY) and enter the desired VLAN ID to manage the VLAN Membership table (on the row labeled Mgmt). Click Update to save changes. When enabled, untagged management access is lost to the radio and management is only available on the management VLAN ID (VID), and only on ports that are designated for management on the Ethernet Page. All other entries in the VLAN 44 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Membership table are ignored. The values in the Port Ingress/Egress Configuration table remain configurable. VLAN Ingress Filtering: Enabling VLAN allows the administrator to create lists of VLANs that are allowed to pass on each interface and a VLAN ID for management access to the radio. Up to 32 VLAN IDs can be listed for ETH1, and an additional 32 VLAN IDs are allowed for ETH2/ETH3 combination. Separate VLAN IDs using commas (for example, 100,250,1045,10);
you can also use ranges (for example, 1-5,8,250). If either interface entry table is left blank, then the default VLAN set in this table can ingress the interface. If either list is populated with one or more IDs, the default VLAN entry is ignored. The VLAN ID used for management does not need to be entered into the Membership entry for ETH1 or ETH2/3. Radio VLAN capabilities are extended to include tagged and untagged packet handling, along with Retag (Swap) capabilities. Untagged Packet Handling on Ingress: When VLAN is enabled for ETH1 and ETH2/3 independently, the administrator can choose how to handle untagged packets that arrive at the radio input that are to be transmitted to the far-end (Ingress packets). These packets can be passed
(Allow Untagged), dropped (Drop Untagged), or tagged (Tag Untagged). If tagged, enter the desired tag value at the right of the selection. This can be a different value for ETH1 as compared to ETH2/3, and also does not have to match the default. This tag does not impact the management VLAN ID (if there is one). If management VLAN is untagged, it is forced to set the Ingress and Egress options to Allow Untagged. Egress Packet Handling: This is for packets coming from the far-end and exiting the radio
(Egress packets). You can allow untagged packets to exit the radio or drop untagged packets; tag untagged packets with the specified tag or untag all tagged packets. Ensure that you carefully coordinate this setting with the Ingress setting on the opposite end. For example, if you opt to drop untagged traffic on Ingress for the far-end radio, it does not matter if you select to drop, pass, or tag untagged packets; there will be no untagged packets. If you want to drop untagged packets, do this at the Ingress so that they do not take up link capacity only to be dropped on the other end. If a management VLAN ID is defined, it is not untagged when Tag Untagged is selected. 208363-009 2016-05-26 45 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Retag Tagged packets on Egress: This ensures that all tagged packets arriving from the far-end are unified in a new tag with a specified value. If a management VLAN ID is defined, it is not retagged. If management VLAN is untagged and configured for in-band management, you must select Allow Untagged for both Ingress and Egress. Any VLAN tagged user traffic is dropped if that VLAN ID is not included in the VLAN Membership configuration for the Egress port. 802.1Q Retag Ingress Options: Enter the VLAN ID to replace on ingress, and provide input to the new VLAN ID. 46 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Antenna Alignment Settings Page This page aids with antenna alignment. Figure 25 Antenna Alignment Settings pageExtendAir model Input the RF MAC address of the peer radio, which can be found on the Radio Information Page. This is mandatory for Radio B/Sub and optional for Radio A/Hub. Click Alignment Start to initiate alignment. Audio beeps indicate the received signal level. The RSSI displays when signal level is present. Click Alignment Stop when you are satisfied with antenna alignment. The beep period is approximately once every 3 seconds when the radio link is not acquired. Once the link is acquired, the period shortens to 1 beep per second. The beep period gets shorter until it is nearly constant as RSL increases. The precise RSL is available within the GUI shown on this page and on the Performance Page. Disable antenna alignment at both ends of the link once alignment is complete. Traffic can pass across the link while alignment is enabled (if the link is acquired), allowing you to manage the far-end radio from the near-end. However, when the alignment feature is enabled radio throughput is significantly diminished. 208363-009 2016-05-26 47 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Default Page Click the radio default button to reset the radio configuration parameters to the factory default settings. Note: This brings the link down. Figure 26 Radio Default page 48 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Performance Page This page provides statistical information about the performance of the system in relation to the integrity of the user data and the RF link. This page is convenient for reviewing radio configuration and general performance. Figure 27 Performance pageExtendAir Term-RadioB/Sub model The Radio (RF) State field indicates the current setting for Radio (RF) state, as set on the System Configuration screen. The Endpoint Identifier field indicates which mode the radio is in: Radio A/Hub or Radio B/Sub. The Radio Freq field is the frequency setting made on the System Configuration page or the present tuned center frequency if in AUTO mode or if the radio is a Radio B/Sub. The Transmit Power field lists the current transmit output. The Link Quality field is an index, where 94 is the best link quality and the first number represents the measured value of this index. A low number may indicate issues with high noise, low RSL, or other issues causing poor or errored reception. The Noise Level field displays the noise interference (dBm) detected in the link at the current frequency and bandwidth setting. The Far End Radio MAC entry lists the RF MAC address of far-end radio connected to this radio when the link is connected. The Received Signal Level (RSL) field indicates the present received level in dBm. This is helpful to compare to the installed value to see if signal level is changing from original implementation. 208363-009 2016-05-26 49 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Radio Collocation Fields Figure 28 Radio Collocation paneRadioB/Sub For a RadioB/Sub, the settings information related to the access protocol settings display (Figure 28). Figure 29 Radio Collocation paneRadioA/Hub For a RadioA/Hub (Figure 29), the access protocol settings display, along with the collocation status, as applicable. 50 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Ethernet Negotiation State Page This page displays the current connectivity and negotiation state for the three Ethernet ports. This is helpful for troubleshooting (such as detection of a bad connector/crimp or cable). Figure 30 Ethernet Negotiation State page Ensure that ETH1 negotiates at 1000BaseT/Full Duplex; ETH 2 and ETH 3 if in use, negotiate at 100BaseT/Full Duplex. 208363-009 2016-05-26 51 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Subscriber PageHub models only For ExpandAir radios configured as Hub, this page lists Subscriber information and allows you to add Subscribers (16 maximum). Figure 31 Subscribers pageExpandAir Hub models only As new subscribers associate with the Hub, their RF MAC addresses display on this page. This is only if Subscribers have the proper Link Security setting and other System parameters match as required to allow association. Click the Add button to apply a human-readable name to the Subscriber to better track Subs in your network. Up to 16 Subs can associate with a Hub. 52 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Metrics Link Statistics and Radio Interface Statistics Page The Metrics page lists link and radio interface statistics. Figure 32 Metrics pageExtendAir RadioA/Hub model 208363-009 2016-05-26 53 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios The link statistics listed are:
Rx packets: The number of data packets received into the interface mentioned in the column Rx packets errors: The number of data packet errors into the interface mentioned in the column Rx packets dropped: The number of data packets dropped into the interface mentioned in the column Rx bytes: The number of data bytes received into the interface mentioned in the column Tx packets: The number of data packets transmitted out of the interface mentioned in the column Tx packets errors: The number of transmit data packet errors out of the interface mentioned in the column Tx packets dropped: The number of transmit data packets dropped out of the interface mentioned in the column Tx bytes: The number of data bytes transmitted out of the interface mentioned in the column The radio interface statistics are radio packets, not equivalent to Ethernet packets, as follows:
Header Collisions Detected (total over the last 60 seconds) Packet Collisions Detected (total over the last 60 seconds) Keep Alive Sent/Received The radio interface counters count radio packets, not equivalent to Ethernet packets, as follows:
Packets sent on radio interface (out of radio) Packets received on radio interface (into the radio) Retry count of packets sent on the radio interface Error count of packets sent on the radio interface Retry Rate Modulation/Rate counters indicate the modulation level, counting packets based on the modulation and MIMO state (1x1 or 2x2). 2x2 MIMO results in higher capacity than 1x1 MIMO and higher modulation (for example, 64QAM versus BPSK) results in higher capacity. An unfaded, unobstructed link operating with sufficient signal-to-noise ratio runs at 64QAM 2x2 MIMO, which is the highest capacity. View the counters for each state to evaluate the health of the link and determine the settings where most of the traffic is passing. Packet Error Rate 54 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios
(ExpandAir Hub) Subscriber counters in both counter tables can be viewed, one at a time, by selecting them from this drop-down menu in the lower portion of the Radio Interface Counters section. The Clear Counters button restarts the bottom two tables at zero. It does not clear the statistics tables. 208363-009 2016-05-26 55 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios DFS Page DFS status displays on this page. DFS is automatically enabled for any band where required based on regulation. For bands where DFS is not required, it can still be selected. For DFS to operate properly, set the antenna gain figure to match the installed transmission system gain (that is, the gain of the antenna minus all losses between the radio and the antenna). Figure 33 DFS pageExpandAir model When DFS is enabled, the radio temporarily stops transmitting for at least 60 seconds to ensure that no radar interference is present. This is called Channel Availability Check (CAC). Once CAC passes, the radio resumes normal operation. If at any time during CAC or regular operation a qualifying radar signature is detected, the radio shuts down communications on that channel for a minimum of 30 minutes. The radio then moves to an available channel, and the restores the link after the CAC period (that is, 60 seconds if no radar signature is detected on the channel). This is the Non-Occupancy Period (NOP). Transmission only resumes after the NOP completes and then only after a successful CAC. As shown below, ExpandAir models configured as Hubs display all frequencies not allowed due to DFS, and list them in accordance to the different subscribers based on their RF MAC addresses, and by the time remaining until that frequency can be tried again. PTP radios (eMIMO) display only one list of frequencies from either end. This difference is because the frequencies found may be blocked by specific subscribers. 56 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 208363-009 2016-05-26 57 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Event Log Page The event log tracks configuration changes and alarm state changes up to the last 1000 entries. You can download the log as a .csv file from the File Management Page. Figure 34 Event Log page Apply filters to ascertain alarm severity levels. If an NTP server is configured, the date and timestamp that display in the Event Log is retrieved from the NTP server. If NTP is not configured, the radio tracks elapsed time. Enable NTP for accurate troubleshooting using the Event Log (see NTP and Time Zone Page). 58 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Spectrum Analyzer Page The spectrum analyzer feature provides a useful pre-planning and troubleshooting tool. Perform a spectrum analysis after deployment and just before commissioning to maintain a record of the spectrum at the time of deployment. Note: The radio link is out of service during scans. Click the Cancel button to stop the spectrum analysis at any time. The link restores shortly after the analysis stops. Figure 35 Spectrum Analyzer page Perform a spectrum analysis to evaluate interfering signals coming into the antenna interface from the end of the link that is being analyzed. The spectrum analyzer uses tune-and-dwell across the active band that is active, using a 20MHz tuning channel. The active band is determined by the current frequency band setting selected on the System Configuration Page, or can be determined on the Performance Page. The selected band and the current frequency also display on this page. Note: The frequency does not display properly when the radio is set to AUTO frequency. You can set the spectrum analyzer for either Average or Peak detection:
Average measures the average power spectral density (dBm/subcarrier or dBm/RBW). 208363-009 2016-05-26 59 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Peak measures the peak power during the scan duration of each channel. The sampling rate is
~140Hz. Before you change the detection mode, click the Clear RSL button so that results from previous scans using an alternate detection scheme are not combined with the newly selected detection scheme. Scan Time is the total amount of time for the scan. This measurement quickly tunes, dwells and measures across the band. In most cases, a scan results in multiple visits to each frequency. It is recommended to scan for as long as possible so that all interference sources that may be intermittent and/or moving in frequency are caught by the analysis. The actual scan time can exceed the selected scan time by as much as 2 minutes. This is to meet minimum dwell time and computational requirements. Note: If you after select a 4-hour scan time, a false warning displays that the link will not come back up. Ignore this warning. Also, if you visit another page while a scan is running, when you return the values shown are at the default and not at your last-specified setting. As the scan moves from step to step, the last-step graph displays. Historical scans are saved until you select Clear RSL is selected or power is lost or any reboot. The Scan Duration indicates the current amount of time the present scan has taken or the total time of the last scan that completed. The display shows red, green, or gray markings to show High, Current (Last), or Low readings, respectively. These values are based on the measurements of all scans performed since the last Clear RSL or reboot/power cycle. If only one scan has run, all markings are usually green as they are the last and most current measurement. On successive scans, green indicates the latest scan, and red and gray indicate high and low values of all completed scans. If the values have not changed, the colors may lie on top of each other. The noise floor line indicates the noise level measured at the current frequency channel (shown in the Operational Frequency field). You can opt to do a single-sweep scan if there is not enough time to perform a multi-sweep scan. Results are less accurate if there are any intermittent interference sources. Figure 36 shows an example scan result. 60 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Figure 36 Spectrum Analyzer example The Classified Strongest Interference Source(s) table at the bottom is helpful to identify the total power measured every 20MHz steps across the band and further evaluate interference potential and compare to the link RSL. If the type of signal can be identified, this is also provided. Common classifications are:
CW (continuous wave) 208363-009 2016-05-26 61 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios FHSS (frequency hopping spread spectrum). WiFi (pulsed emission) Pointers are available when you roll your cursor over the chart. The values at the cursor position list on the chart. This allows more precise measurement than comparing the X and Y axis. For Hubs, if the radio is linked to any Subs, the far-end transmitters of those Subs is turned OFF during the scan; however, when initiating a scan on the Sub radio or on terminals configured as Radio B in an ExpandAir network, the far-end transmitter of the Hub is ON during scans. If you want to turn off the Hub transmitter, disable RF on the System Configuration Page for the Hub during the scan. Ensure that you enable RF after the scan completes to restore communication. 62 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Reboot Page IMPORTANT! Ensure that proper and constant power is applied during the entire reboot process. Click the Reboot button on this page to start a radio reboot. The function may never be required, but can be used in emergencies. All configurations that require a reboot automatically reboot on administrator confirmation. Figure 37 Reboot pageExpandAir model 208363-009 2016-05-26 63 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Shutdown Page Click the Shutdown button on this page to start a radio power down. It is important that you press the Shutdown button before removing power from the radio. This preserves current radio memory against any issues during power cycling. When the button is pressed, the wait for 30 seconds before removing power message displays. Figure 38 Shutdown pageExpandAir model 64 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Manual Page The manual (this document or the version that matches the installed firmware) is available within the GUI. Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.5 or higher is required (go to www.adobe.com to download Acrobat Reader). Click the Manual link to display the manual within the browser window. Once the manual displays, click the save button on the PDF toolbar to download the manual locally. Manual page 208363-009 2016-05-26 65 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios SpecificationsExtendAir Models This section presents specifications for the ExtendAir series of Digital Microwave Radios. Physical Specifications Integrated Antenna Models Physical Configuration Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight r5661S-17 models only:
r5661S-17 models only:
Operating Temperature Altitude Humidity Environmental Outdoor unit (ODU) 12" x 12" x 4.5" / 30cm x 30cm x 12cm 7.5" x 7.5" x 3.0" / 19cm x 19cm x 13cm 7 lbs / 3.18 kg 3 lbs / 1.4 kg 40 to +149F / 40 to +65C 15,000' / 4.6 km 100% condensing IP-67 Connectorized Antenna Mode (rc models) Physical Configuration Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Operating Temperature Altitude Humidity Environmental Outdoor unit (ODU) 9.3" x 9.3" x 5.25" / 24cm x 24cm x 13cm 6 lbs / 2.72 kg 40 to +149F / 40 to +65C;
15,000' / 4.6 km 100% condensing IP-67 66 208363-009 2016-05-26 Common System Specifications Power Control Step Size Maximum RSL Receiver Threshold (BER=10-6) Maximum 2x2 MIMO Aggregate Over-the-Air Capacity (at max coding rate, Mbps Max system Layer 1/Max Ethernet Layer 2)a Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 1.0dB 0dBm no damage BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM: 25dBm error-free 64QAM: 30dBm error-free dBm 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz Mbps 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 96 93 90 87 93 90 87 84 88 85 82 79 80 77 74 71 BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 4/3 7/5 13/10 27/22 20/16 39/31 78/62 162/130 33/26 65/52 130/104 270/216 10/8 20/16 39/31 81/65 Maximum Range Link Latency Link Security 120 km
<3 ms typical 96-bit Security Code, over-the-air 128-bit AES encryption a. Bi-directional Ethernet throughput with 1518 byte packets including overhead @ 1.6 km distance. Actual user throughput will vary depending on modulation, channel bandwidth, packet size and distance. 208363-009 2016-05-26 67 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 4.9GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power (at full power) all channels Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsa 49404990MHz
+21.5dBm 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, and 20MHz 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 10 9 2 a. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 68 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.3GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power with STBCa (at full power) 5MHz:
10MHz 20MHz 40MHz 52505350MHz Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+23.5dBm 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 13 10MHz 7 20MHz 4 40MHz 2 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 208363-009 2016-05-26 69 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.4GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power with STBCa (at full power) 54705725MHz Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 5MHz:
10MHz 20MHz 40MHz
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+23.5dBm 0dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 41 10MHz 21 20MHz 12 40MHz 5 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 70 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.8GHz Band Frequency Band 57255875MHz Output Power (at full power) all channels +28dBm STBCa Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 4dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 17 10MHz 14 20MHz 7 40MHz 3 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 208363-009 2016-05-26 71 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Interfaces RF Connector Impedance Antenna Ethernet Connectors Interface Speed r5661S-17 models only:
Duplex Compliance Sync-In Sync-Out Connector N-type female (2, rc-model only) 50 Ohms 23dBi gain (r-model only) 3x RJ48C/RJ-45, female 1x 10/100/1000/BaseT with PoE 2x 10/100BaseT 1x 10/100/1000BaseT PoE Auto-negotiate to Half or Full 802.3 RJ-45, female Power DC Power Injector (sold separately) Input Voltage Consumption 48VDC (802.3af compliant, 802.3at compatible)
<13 W 72 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios SpecificationsExpandAir Models This section presents specifications for the ExpandAir series of Digital Microwave Radios. Physical Specifications Integrated Antenna Models Physical Configuration Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Operating Temperature Altitude Humidity Environmental Common System Specifications Power Control Step Size Maximum RSL Receiver Threshold (BER=10-6) Maximum 2x2 MIMO Aggregate Over-the-Air Capacity (at max coding rate, Mbps Max system Layer 1/Max Ethernet Layer 2)a Outdoor unit (ODU) Int 23 dBi Ant: 12" x 12" x 4.5" / 30cm x 30cm x 12cm Int 9/17 dBi (hub) or 17dBi (sub) Ant: 9.5" x 9.5" x 5.5" /
24 x 24 x 14 cm Connectorized: 9.3" x 9.3" x 5.25" / 24 x 24 x 13 cm Int 23 dBi Ant: 6 lbs / 2.8 kg Int 9/17 dBi (hub) or 17dBi (sub) Ant: 6.5 lbs / 3.0 kg Connectorized: 5 lbs / 2.3 kg 40 to +149F /40 to +65C 15,000'/4.6 km 100% condensing IP-67 0 dBm (1.0dB) 0dBm no damage BPSK: 25dBm error-free 64QAM: 30dBm error-free dBm 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz Mbps 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 40MHz BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 96 93 90 87 93 90 87 84 88 85 82 79 80 77 74 71 BPSK QPSK 16QAM 64QAM 4/3 7/5 13/10 27/22 20/16 39/31 78/62 162/130 33/26 65/52 130/104 270/216 10/8 20/16 39/31 81/65 Maximum Range Link Latency Link Security 208363-009 2016-05-26 120 km
<5 ms typical 96-bit Security Code, over-the-air 128-bit AES encryption 73 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios a. Bi-directional Ethernet throughput with 1518 byte packets including overhead @ 1.6 km distance. Actual user throughput will vary depending on modulation, channel bandwidth, packet size and distance. 74 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 4.9GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power with STBCa (at full power) Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 49404990MHz
+21.5dBm 0dBm (1.0dB) 5MHz, 10MHz, and 20MHz 5MHz 10MHz 20MHz 10 9 2 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 208363-009 2016-05-26 75 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.3GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power with STBCa (at full power) 5MHz:
10MHz 20MHz 40MHz 52505350MHz Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+23.5dBm 0dBm (1.0dB) 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 13 10MHz 7 20MHz 4 40MHz 2 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 76 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.4GHz Band Frequency Band Output Power with STBCa (at full power) 54705725MHz Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 5MHz:
10MHz 20MHz 40MHz
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+21.5dBm
+23.5dBm 0dBm (1.0dB) 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 41 10MHz 21 20MHz 12 40MHz 5 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 208363-009 2016-05-26 77 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios System Specifications, 5.8GHz Band Frequency Band 57255875MHz Output Power (at full power) all channels +28dBm STBCa Output Power (at minimum power) Selectable Channel Bandwidths Non-overlapping Channelsb 4dBm 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, and 40MHz 5MHz 17 10MHz 14 20MHz 7 40MHz 3 a. Space-Time-Block Coding allows transmission out of both antennas simultaneously, even for single stream. Allows double the power for single-stream rates. b. Not all frequencies/channels are available in all regions. 78 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Interfaces RF Connector Impedance Antenna Ethernet Connectors Interface Speed Duplex Compliance N-type female (2, rc-model only) 50 Ohms 23dBi gain, 10 degrees beamwidth 17dBi gain, 20 degrees beamwidth 9dBi gain, 60 degrees beamwidth 3x RJ48C/RJ-45, female 1x 10/100/1000/BaseT with PoE 2x 10/100BaseT Auto-negotiate to Half or Full 802.3 Sync-In Sync-Out Connector RJ-45, female Power DC Power Injector (sold separately) Input Voltage Consumption 48VDC (802.3af compliant, 802.3at compatible)
<13 W 208363-009 2016-05-26 79 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Interface Connections This section provides the pin number assignment and wiring information for the connectors on the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios. All connectors are shown as viewed from the radio rear panel, oriented with the PoE connector at the lower left corner. Sync Connector The connector is used for connection to send or receive sync signals to a collocated radio, or to an ExaltSync Collocation Kit, for multiple radio sync. Figure 39 illustrates the pin orientation and functionality for this connector. Pin Function 1
(future use) 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ground
(future use)
(future use)
(future use) Sync input signal Unused Sync output signal Figure 39 Sync In/Sync Out connector Two Radio Internal Sync Out/In If using the Internal Sync Out/In function between two radios only, connect Pin 8 from the Sync Out radio to Pin 6 of the Sync In radio and use a straight connection for Pin 2. Connect no other pins. To ease the need to keep track of which end of the cable is for In and Out, consider cross-connecting Pins 6 and 8, with a straight connection for Pin 2. Connect no other pins. Sync Distribution Accessory If using a sync distribution accessory (sold separately), connect CAT5e cabling straight from the radio Sync connector(s) to the accessory. 80 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Power/ETH1 Connector This connector is the primary connector on the radio, and must be connected to provide power to the radio, and primary Ethernet communications for traffic and Ethernet. Figure 40 illustrates the pin orientation and functionality for this connector. This connection supports 10/100/1000BaseT. The Ethernet cable between the PoE injector must be wired as a straight connection. The wiring follows typical wiring for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), and is 802.3af compliant and 802.3at compatible. Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Paired with Pin 2 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 1 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 6 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 5 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 4 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 3 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 8 (with 48VDC) Paired with Pin 7 (with 48VDC) Figure 40 Power/ETH1 connector 208363-009 2016-05-26 81 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Antennas The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series digital microwave radios are intended for use in the USA. In some countries, antennas exceeding a certain level of gain may be unlawful. Refer to RF Output Power Setting for details on regulatory limits. ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios with integrated antennas have software selectable midband gain of 9, 17, or 23 dBi with a beamwidth of 3dB at 60, 20, and 10 degrees, respectively. Table 6 lists dual-polarity antennas for the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios. Table 6 Dual-polarity Antennas Manufacturer Model Number MA-WC56-DP9 MA-WE56-DP12 MA-WD56-DP13 MT-463012/NVH MA-WE56-DP15 Type Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel KBT65VH15-5158RT0 Panel MT-463013/NVH MA-WD55-DS16 MA-WD56-DP16 MA-WD56-DSV16 MA-WD62-DS16 MA-WD62-DP16 MT-484052/NVH Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel KBT65DP17-5158RT0 Panel MA-WC55-DS17 MA-WC62-DP17 TDJ-5158BKR2 MA-WC56-DP17 MT-485005/VHN MA-WA56-DP19 MA-WA56-DP19 Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Diameter Gain
(dBi) Band Support, GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 1.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 0.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 0.5 ft 9 12 13 14 14.5 15 15.5 16 16 16 16 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 208363-009 2016-05-26 MTI Mars Mars MTI Mars KBT MTI Mars Mars Mars Mars Mars MTI KBT Mars Mars KBT Mars MTI Mars MTI 82 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 6 Dual-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number MTI MTI MTI MTI MTI MT-485053/NVH MA-WA56-DP20 MT-465017/NVH MT-485025/ND MA-WA56-DP25N RadioWaves FPD1-5-24 ARC Wireless PD5823B88 Mars Mars MA-WA56-DP25N MA-WA62-DP24 Type Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Diameter 0.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft Wireless Beehive 5.8DP-26 Solid Parabolic 1.5 ft General Dynamics HQFD2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics QFD2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft KBT L-Com MTI TDJ-4958P6AC2 Panel 2 ft HG5158DP-29D Solid Parabolic 2 ft MA-QA56-DP28NB Panel 2 ft RadioWaves HPD2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft CommScope HPX2F-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Laird Mars HDDA5W-29-DP Solid Parabolic 2 ft MA-WA62-DP30 Panel 2 ft RadioWaves SPD2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Wireless Beehive 5.8DP-29 Solid Parabolic 2 ft 19.5 21 22.5 23 23.5 23.8 24 24 24 26 28.1 28.4 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.6 29 29 29 29 29 CommScope PX2F-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft 29.4 ARC Wireless DA5830SD1 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Wireless Beehive 5.8DP-31 Solid Parabolic 3 ft General Dynamics QFD2.5-52 Solid Parabolic 2.5 ft RadioWaves HPD3-5.2 Solid Parabolic 3 ft 30 31 31.1 31.1 208363-009 2016-05-26 Gain
(dBi) Band Support, GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
(X) X X X X X X X X X X
(X) X X
(X) X X 83 Gain
(dBi) Band Support, GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 6 Dual-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number Type Diameter General Dynamics HQFD2.5-52 Solid Parabolic 2.5 ft 31.2 Laird L-Com HDDA5W-32-DP Solid Parabolic 3 ft HG5158DP-32D Solid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves SPD3-5.2 Solid Parabolic 3 ft CommScope PX3F-52 Solid Parabolic 3 ft General Dynamics QFD4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft CommScope HPX4F-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics HQFD4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves HPD4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft CommScope PX4F-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves SPD4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics QFD6-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft CommScope PX6F-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft General Dynamics HQFD6-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft CommScope PARX6-59 Solid Parabolic 6 ft RadioWaves HPD6-5.2 Solid Parabolic 6 ft RadioWaves SPD6-5.2 Solid Parabolic 6 ft 32 32 32.5 33.4 34.1 34.5 34.8 34.8 34.9 34.9 37.4 37.6 37.8 37.9 37.9 37.9 MA-WA56-DP20 MT-485049/NVH MT-466010/NVH Panel Panel Panel 1 ft 1 ft 2 ft 22.5, 20.5 23V/23H 27.5, 28, 27 X X X MPRD2449 Solid Parabolic 2 ft 27.5, 28.1, 29.4 X MT-486013/NVH Panel 2 ft HG4958DP-30D Solid Parabolic 2 ft 28, 29 28, 30 MA-WA56-DP28N Panel 2 ft 28.5, 29 MPRD3649 Solid Parabolic 3 ft 29.8, 31, 32 HG4958DP-34D Solid Parabolic 3 ft 31, 34 X X X X X Mars MTI MTI PC Tel MTI L-Com Mars PC Tel L-Com 84 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 7 lists single-polarity antennas for the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios. Table 7 Single-polarity Antennas MT-484034/NV/I Panel 1.5 ft Manufacturer Model Number MTI MTI KBT KBT KBT KBT MTI KBT KBT KBT KBT KBT KBT KBT MT-462008/N/A MA-W55-10NH TDJ-5158BFA90-Y KBT120VP12-5158RT0 Panel KBT65VP15-5158RT0 Panel KBT120VP15-5158RT0 Panel KBT90VP16-5158RT0 Panel KBT65VP17-5158RT0 Panel KBT90VP17-5158RT0 Panel TDJ-5158BKC TDJ-5158BKR-C TDJ-5158BKR TDJ-5158BKB Type Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel Panel General Dynamics EPD1-52 KBT KBT KBT KBT Laird Laird TDJ-5158BKT-C TDJ-5158EB23 TDJ-5158SPL4 TDJ-5158P4 PA58-24 R2T58-24 RadioWaves FP1-5-24 Laird Laird GD5W-25P GD53-25 Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic 208363-009 2016-05-26 Diameter 0.5 ft 1 ft 0.5 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 2 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 1 ft 2 ft 2 ft Gain
(dBi) 9.5 10 11 12 15 15 15 16 17 17 18 20 20 20 23 23 23 23.5 24 24 24 24.2 25 25 Bandwidth GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
(X) X X X 85 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 7 Single-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number Type Diameter Laird Laird Laird KBT GD57-25 HDGD58-26 GD58-26 Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic TDJ-5158SPL6 Panel Commscope 28T-5801-1 Grid Parabolic CommScope UBP600-4-1 Panel 2 ft 2 ft 2 ft 2 ft 3 ft 2 ft PC Tel MPRC2449 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics EPD2-52 KBT Laird Laird Laird TDJ-5158P6 GD53-28 GD57-28 GD5W-28P Panel Panel Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic RadioWaves FP2-5-28 Panel CommScope UBG600-4-1 Grid Parabolic 2 ft 2 ft 3 ft 3 ft 3 ft 2 ft 3 ft General Dynamics HQF2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics QF2-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Laird Laird Laird GD58-29 HDGD58-29 Grid Parabolic Grid Parabolic 3 ft 3 ft HDDA5W-29-SP Solid Parabolic 2 ft RadioWaves SP2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft CommScope P2F-57W Solid Parabolic 2 ft CommScope P2F-52 Solid Parabolic 2 ft General Dynamics QF2.5-52 Solid Parabolic 2.5 ft RadioWaves G3-5.2 Grid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves HP2-5.2 Solid Parabolic 2 ft Gain
(dBi) 25 26 26 26.5 27 27.5 27.7 28 28 28 28 28 28 28.5 28.5 28.5 29 29 29 29 29.3 29.4 31.1 31.1 31.4 Bandwidth GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
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(X) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 86 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 7 Single-polarity Antennas (Continued) Manufacturer Model Number Type Diameter RFS Cablewave SPF3-52CN1S Solid Parabolic 3 ft Laird HDDA5W-32 Solid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves HP3-5.2 Solid Parabolic 3 ft RadioWaves CommScope SP3-5.2 P3F-52 Solid Parabolic 3 ft Solid Parabolic 3 ft RFS Cablewave SDF4-52BN1S1 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics SSP4-2357A Solid Parabolic 4 ft RFS Cablewave SPF4-52CN1S1R Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics HQF4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft General Dynamics QF4-52 Solid Parabolic 4 ft CommScope RadioWaves P4F-52 SP4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves HP4-5.2 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RFS Cablewave DA4-W57BC1S1 Solid Parabolic 4 ft RadioWaves CommScope SP6-57 P6F-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft Solid Parabolic 6 ft General Dynamics QF6-52 Solid Parabolic 6 ft RadioWaves RadioWaves HP6-5.2 SP6-5.2 Solid Parabolic 6 ft Solid Parabolic 6 ft Gain
(dBi) 31.4 32 32.5 32.5 33.5 33.9 34.4 34.4 34.7 34.8 34.9 34.9 34.9 35.5 35.8 37.6 37.8 37.9 37.9 PC Tel MPRC3649 Solid Parabolic 3 ft 30.4, 31.2, 32 X Bandwidth GHz 4.9 5.3 5.5 5.8 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 208363-009 2016-05-26 87 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Troubleshooting This section provides information regarding troubleshooting of common issues and alarms on these radios. Exalt Digital Microwave Radio systems are designed by Exalts expert engineers with extensive experience through multiple generations of microwave radio design. These new-generation systems contain extensive diagnostic tools, alarm indications, and troubleshooting aids. And, as compared to other systems in their class, are easier to install, maintain, and troubleshoot. The GUI provides information to aid in troubleshooting. Contact Exalt Customer Care for further assistance with issues with your Exalt radio and with suggestions on how the radio and documentation can be improved. General Practices Troubleshooting a microwave radio link can be a complex task. Approach troubleshooting as a process of elimination, and first determine which portions of the system are operating properly. In a vast majority of cases, failures or poor performance of microwave links is attributed to something other than the microwave radio hardware. In this respect, the back-to-back bench test (see Back-to-
back Bench Testing) is very important to determine if radio hardware is operating properly and eliminate many variables in the troubleshooting process. If a back-to-back bench test fails, then the radio hardware is either broken or the radios are improperly configured. Upgrade the radio to the most current release of firmware, and/or reset the radio to its critical factory settings, following the quick start guide instructions and those in Configuration and Management, helps to confirm if configuration issues cause failure. The most common issues with microwave radio links are:
An improperly terminated RF cable Multipath propagation RF interference Path obstruction Misaligned antenna Moisture in the transmission system (antenna feed and/or RF cable) If the radio link has been operating without issues and is exhibiting new poor performance behavior or becomes completely inoperative, the troubleshooting process should pay close attention to any conditions that may have changed between the time when the system was working without issue and the time when the issues started. Also, it can be helpful to compare some performance parameters of the system before and after the presence of issues. Often the source of the issues can be determined by thoughtful consideration of changes, such as:
Changes in weather, including high winds Changes made to the radio equipment, transmission system, or connected equipment New radio systems or electronic equipment the nearby radio or transmission system Faulty antenna Improper grounding Insufficient link margin in the design/implementation 88 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Tree growth, flooded fields, or changes in rivers/lakes along the path New construction nearby either end of the link, or along the path Verify that configurations are set as follows:
RF matches at each end of the link Bandwidth matches at each end of the link Link distance matches at each end of the link TDD Frame Length matches at each end of the link Endpoint Identifier is different at each end of the link (one end Radio A/Hub, one end Radio B/
Sub) Ethernet interfaces are enabled, as desired Link security key matches at each end of the link Typical Indications of Issues In many cases, microwave radio users do not notice changes or degradation to the radio system until the radio system fails completely or becomes highly errored or significantly intermittent. However, regular management of the radio system can help indicate changes in performance that have not yet impacted user performance, but may impact performance at a later date if left unchecked or unaddressed. The administrator can use this as an opportunity to be proactive and monitor the radio link performance regularly, watching for unexplained or unexpected changes in performance and trends in performance changes. Most importantly, monitoring radio system RSL over time indicates the performance of the radio system. Address any long-term drop in RSL and erratic or unsteady RSL. Some RSL changes are expected and weather patterns and the related multipath can cause dramatic RSL changes resulting in system outage. However, that outage should not occur at a significantly greater rate than the designed long-term performance. Consult the path design engineer for more information about link reliability expectations and anticipated RSL deviation. In addition, regular inspection of the transmission system (RF cables and antennas) and paying close attention to changes along the path, such as construction or tree height, or new microwave radio installations nearby, can be extremely helpful and proactive. When link performance is very poor, alarms on the radio front panel and within the radios management system indicates particular failures. Consult this manual for more information on the specific alarms and diagnostics, or contact Exalt Customer Care for assistance. Exalt Customer Care is primarily motivated to determine if the radio hardware is faulty and require return for repair, and to help execute an effective and efficient repair and return process for radio terminals believed to be faulty. However, Exalt Customer Care provides advice regarding the total radio system and RF path engineering and environment, and advises on troubleshooting. End users should first contact the installer and/or designer of the system. In many cases, an in-depth understanding of RF design is required, and on-site analysis and special test equipment, may be necessary. Compared to phone support from Exalt Customer Care, troubleshooting is much more expeditious if the professional installer and/or link designer examines the system and reviews the management information in the GUI. In turn, if the professional installer and/or link designer contacts Exalt Customer Care, the process to rectify the system is much more expedient due to the in-depth knowledge related to the implementation and the RF environment. 208363-009 2016-05-26 89 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Improper RF Cable Termination Improper RF cable termination is a very common problem. In many cases, this is a problem that occurs during installation and is not a problem that suddenly appears. However, if cables are moved or flexed, especially near the termination points, and radio errors, changes in RSL, or other performance issues occur, this is a certain sign of this issue. Another relatively easy method to test for this condition is to decrease the output power of the radio system (at each end, one end at a time). A poor RF cable termination may be reflecting too much RF energy back into the radio system, and reducing output power reduces the reflected energy at a faster rate than the transmitted energy towards the far end. Be careful not to reduce the output power to the point where the radios threshold is reached. Typically, a reduction of just 3 to 6dB is enough to determine if this is the issue. If the reduction of output power clears the error condition, this is the likely cause. Use a reflectometer or meter that can read VSWR at the operating frequency to identify poor terminations as well as poor antenna feeds. Note: The Praxsym VSWR meter is an excellent tool for this purpose. Multipath Propagation Multipath propagation is a term that encompasses changes to the RF path, such as reflections and/or refraction, causing partial or complete destruction of the radio signal, and thus excessive bit errors and/
or system outages. Rapid changes in temperature, inversion layers, humidity, air pressure, water evaporation, as well as standing water or moisture on objects along the path are all examples of changes that can cause multipath propagation. New building construction near either end of the path or along the path can cause new reflection characteristics. If your system has been operating without issue and is suddenly experiencing issues that are symptomatic of a certain time of day or related to change in climatic events or some of the external factors listed above, this is likely the cause. Consult a professional RF path engineer in these cases. Often, minor repositioning of the antennas at either or both ends can reduce or eliminate these problems. RF Interference RF interference is usually indicative of another radio system nearby either end of your radio system or aimed towards one or both ends of your radio system usually at or near the same frequency and usually with a similar signal level. Other forms of RF interference also exist, such as electronic equipment placed close to the radio chassis or transmitters that couple onto the cabling or grounding system of the radio. Microwave ovens and wireless communication devices used near the equipment or cabling are examples of electronic equipment interference. 90 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Note: Exalt Digital Microwave Radios operate in license-exempt bands. Microwave ovens, wireless Internet devices and cordless phone technology may also use this frequency band. It may be necessary to separate the radio chassis, cabling system and antenna from these devices. RF interference, like most other causes of problems, is indicated by significant bit errors and/or system outages. One means to determine presence of interference is the use of a spectrum analyzer that covers the same range as the radio system. A professional RF engineer can use a spectrum analyzer to locate sources of interference, measure these sources, and determine potential remedies to take to operate in the presence of interference. If a spectrum analyzer is not available, the radios RSL port can help determine RSL levels of interfering signals. By turning the far-end radio off, the residual RSL measured by the radio indicates the level of interference seen by the radio. It is possible that interference levels below that which can be measured still have an impact on the radio system especially if the radio system has low fade margin or is using a high order modulation. Exalt Digital Microwave Radios provides considerable flexibility to tune to different frequencies across the bands within which they operate. This is the easiest method to use to try to avoid existing interference. In addition, the occupied bandwidth of the radio can be reduced. This, along with re-
tuning, can be very effective, however throughput is reduced. Repositioning the antenna and/or changing polarization, or upgrading the antenna to a higher gain, and/or using a high-performance antenna, are all secondary means that can be used. It may be necessary to perform combinations of both radio changes (retuning, occupied bandwidth reduction) and antenna system changes (position, polarization, upgrade). Path Obstruction A path obstruction is defined as an object, such as a building or tree, impeding the proper path of the radio system. If the system design was proper at the time of installation and issues arise at a later date, an updated path profile and survey may be necessary to identify changes in path clearance. Misaligned Antenna At the time of initial installation, it is critical that the antennas at each end are properly aligned and that the designed RSL is achieved. However, antennas may become misaligned due to high winds, changes in the guy-wiring systems keeping the antenna mast stable, or loosening of the antenna mounting hardware. A reduction in the RSL of the link is symptomatic of this condition, but this condition is not the only condition that results in a reduction of RSL. However, if conditions occur where the antenna alignment may be suspected, the mechanics must be inspected and the antennas realigned. Faulty Antenna (connectorized antenna rc-models only) A faulty antenna is rare, but is still a possibility. In some cases, the mechanics of the antenna feed can get moisture inside, or a bad or weak connection in the pin and connector structure of the antenna may occur. A VSWR measurement of the antenna connection can be made to verify this condition. Improper Grounding In addition to being a potential human safety issue, improper system grounding is a somewhat common condition that can cause continuous bit errors or bit errors when metal objects come in 208363-009 2016-05-26 91 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios contact with the radio, transmission system, or racking system. If touching the radio causes errors, grounding is the cause. It can be difficult to identify grounding problems, but a professional electrician can normally inspect a system and identify if there are deficiencies in the grounding system. Insufficient Link Margin Ideally, the link was designed with enough link margin (fade margin) to allow for multipath propagation and atmospheric fading and still remain reliable. In some cases, link margin is compromised by economic factors, such as using low-cost RF cabling or lower-cost antennas that have less gain or deficient performance compared to higher cost transmission system components. In some cases, there may be antenna size restrictions that forced the design to not have the desired amount of link margin. If the link was designed with poor link margin, there are likely many cases of bit errors and outages. The antenna system and transmission line can be upgraded to help reduce this. If the link design was installed with sufficient margin, but RSL is reduced, the remaining link margin may no longer be enough to maintain a reliable link. The causes of RSL reduction were previously described, but are usually due to new path obstruction(s) or antenna misalignment due to wind or mechanical factors. The antenna height or location can be changed to overcome new obstructions. Realignment of the antenna, and/or improvement to mechanical structures can help overcome antenna misalignment. Moisture in the Transmission System If the connectors on cables and antennas and egress junctions are not properly weatherproofed, moisture can get into the transmission system and cause significant error conditions and erratic performance. In many cases, the transmission system must be replaced. A VSWR meter is one means to identify such issues. Conduct physical inspections often. If changes to the weatherproofing (such as cracking) are noticed, replace the weatherproofing before leakage occurs. 92 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Back-to-back Bench Testing Use back-to-back bench testing to test the radio before installation, pre-configure the radio and connected equipment before installation, or in the troubleshooting process to identify if the radio hardware is the source of a system issue. It is a critical process, and often required or highly desirable for any installation or troubleshooting exercise. This section describes how to properly configure the radio hardware and accessories for a proper back-to-back bench test. For radio testing, there are two types of back-to-back configurations:
1 Basic test (test general operation) 2 Specification performance verification Basic Test The basic test is a simple test of radio functionality. It verifies that the radios are properly configured to communicate to one another, and verifies general radio performance as operational. For the basic test, the following items are needed:
Radio pair RF interconnect cable(s) (any length short is best) Fixed or variable attenuation, between 60 and 90dB (note: attenuation for basic test does not to be calibrated or precise) Powering source Computer/terminal with Ethernet port Connect the items as follows:
1 Connect attenuation and (known-good) RF cable(s) between radio pair, shown in Figure 41. 2 Configure one radio as Radio A/Hub; the other as Radio B/Sub 3 Power on radio pair Figure 41 Basic back-to-back bench test configuration After connecting and powering on, observe the front panel LEDs to verify that the LINK and STATUS LEDs are green. If so, the radios are communicating and all radio-related alarm conditions are normal. It can be beneficial to have a computer to verify configuration in case of red LEDs or to pre-configure the radio as desired for operation. Follow the instructions in Configuration and Management. 208363-009 2016-05-26 93 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Specification Performance Verification The specification performance verification is a more detailed test that allows you to verify that the radios output power and threshold specifications are being met. This is typically a test that would only be performed in a troubleshooting scenario, but can be performed before installation to provide a detailed record or ensure radio performance before installation. This test is identical to the basic test, but in place of the fixed attenuation, it requires the use of calibrated variable attenuation, or a set of calibrated fixed attenuators, or a combination of both, adding to a total attenuation value of 120dB, as measured at the operating frequency of the radio. In addition, a volt meter or computer is also required. Connect the system as shown in Figure 41, using the combination of fixed and variable attenuation between the radios RF ports. Connect the volt meter to either radios RSL test point and associated reference ground connection. In this test, it is desirable to use pre-tested RF cables, known to be good, and the insertion loss is known at the operating frequency. If the cables are short (6'/2m or less), you can estimate the loss, including connectors, to be less than 1dB each. The estimate of cable loss is critical to the overall confidence of the measurements made in this test. There are two critical specifications that can be tested in this configuration:
RF output power Radio receiver threshold To measure transmitter output power, simply insert any value of attenuation between the radios between 60 and 90dB. Ensure that both RF output power settings are at maximum. Use the volt meter to measure RSL in both directions. The RSL measured value should match the appropriate value according to the inserted attenuation, such as:
RSL = RF Output Power cabling losses total attenuation Verify output power by adjusting output power using the Exalt GUI (in administration mode) and evaluate the corresponding change to the RSL measurement. For threshold testing, the key is to insert a measured amount of loss that is close to, but not exceeding the radios specified system gain. System gain is the difference between RF output power and receiver threshold. At your selected modulation and bandwidth settings, determine the specified threshold performance, and choose a value of attenuation (including cable losses) that adds to roughly 5 to 15dB less than the system gain. For example, if the threshold for your measurement is -85dBm, the output power is +27dBm, so the system gain is 112dB. Choose a value of total attenuation in the range of roughly 100105dB. Once this attenuation is inserted, verify RSL readings as in the first step, and then, using the GUI, reduce radio output power in 1dB steps until the receiving radio (the one whose output power not being adjusted) Link LED turns from green to yellow. This indicates that threshold has been reached. At this point, verify the equation for system gain using the new output power level setting and verify that the threshold performance is meeting or exceeding the published specification. Note: Due to the variation of measurements and accuracies involved in this test, you may read a measurement that is 1dB to as much as 2dB off of the expected value. It should be of no concern unless the value is more than 3dB worse than expected. 94 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios General Compliance and Safety The usage of radio transmission devices is subject to specific regulatory requirements governed by regional legislation. In most cases, the specific device must be authorized for use in a given country and must be installed and adjusted in accordance with specific radio-frequency settings and in a manner that has been authorized specific to the device itself in accordance with the specific location of the device. Some users may be completely or partially restricted from use of the device. Please consult local governmental agency/agencies for regulatory requirements before use, or contact Exalt or your Exalt authorized dealer for assistance. Do not modify this device in any way without the express written consent of Exalt. Modification voids the manufacturer warranty, and may also be illegal in accordance to government regulations. In addition, there are no user-serviceable parts or assemblies inside the product housing. There may also be voltages, signals, and mechanisms within the device that could be harmful to human safety. The mounting of this device and associated peripherals and connections (inclusive of antenna mast, antenna, cabling, egress, lightning protection devices, grounding, power, and so on) may be subject to regional requirements for health and human safety. A qualified professional installer and an electrician are highly recommended, and may be required by law. 208363-009 2016-05-26 95 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Dynamic Frequency Selection Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) may be required by regional regulation in some frequency bands to avoid causing interference to radar systems. Prior to the start of any transmission, devices equipped with DFS monitor the spectrum and are not permitted to transmit on any frequency in use for radar transmissions for a period of 30 minutes, during which time the frequency will not be available and the link will be dropped. During operation of the device, the spectrum is continually monitored by DFS to detect radar transmissions on the operating frequency. If radar transmissions are detected, the device must drop the channel within a specified time period so as not to cause interference with the radar transmission. Devices equipped with DFS are required to stay off that part of the spectrum for a minimum of 30 minutes, after which time the device may then re-check the spectrum for radar transmissions and begin transmitting if no radar is detected. 96 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Safety Notices 1 Review this entire guide for important installation instructions BEFORE attempting to install this product. 2 This product is intended to be installed, used, and maintained by experienced telecommunications personnel only. 3 Employ a properly licensed or authorized electrician to install or evaluate/certify the installation of all power and grounding related to the use of this equipment and all connected devices. 4 The device(s) shall only be connected to AC power sources provided by the supplier or to DC sources within the device specifications. Use a separate breaker circuit at the power source. 5 Lightning, surge protection devices, and earth grounding are required for most installations to ensure human safety. Consult a qualified electrician. 6 Servicing of this device should be performed by authorized personnel only. Do not disassemble this device. By opening or removing any covers you may expose yourself to hazardous energy parts. Incorrect reassembly of this product can cause a malfunction, and/or electrical shock, when the unit is subsequently used. 7 Do not connect or disconnect the power connection to the device when the power supply is plugged into an AC outlet. To connect, first connect the power connection to the device, and then apply power (or plug in) at the outlet. To disconnect, disengage power at the outlet or unplug, and then disconnect the direct connection to the device. 8 Do not insert any object of any shape or size inside this product at any time, whether powered or not. Objects may contact hazardous energy components that could result in a risk of fire or personal injury. 9 Liquids shall not come in contact with, or enter the inside of the device at any time. 10 Proper ventilation and/or airflow shall be provided surrounding the equipment. Items shall not come in contact with heat-sinking materials. Ensure that ambient operational and storage temperature specifications are maintained at all times. 11 Equipment is suitable for mounting on noncombustible surfaces only. 12 Do not move or alter the marking labels. 13 A CSU or similar isolating device is necessary between the equipment and the public telecommunications network. The equipment has not been evaluated for direct connection to the public telecommunications network. 98 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Regulatory Notices United States Compliance When operating in the 49404990 MHz band, the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series models
(regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) are licensed-band products operating within Part 90 Subpart Y of the FCC regulations. This band is specifically reserved for Public Safety applications and related agencies, in accordance with these regulations. Transmitter power reduction may be required, depending on transmission system gains and losses, in accordance with instructions found in this appendix. When operating in the 5250-5850MHz bands, the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series models
(regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) operate under FCC Rule Part 15.407 as a license-
exempt device. They may be used as a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint transmission device for fixed or temporary-fixed (non-mobile) installations. The devices are subject to the following restrictions:
Do not use external amplifiers to boost the power or overcome transmission system losses, unless the specific amplifier/cable/antenna combination has expressly been authorized by the FCC. Cross-border transmissions are expressly prohibited, except with written permission from both the FCC and the governing body of the neighboring country (Cofetel for Mexico; Industry Canada for Canada). Use only parabolic dish antennas, directional flat-panel, or omni-directional antennas. No other types of antennas are authorized. Parabolic dishes of either grid or solid type are allowed. Antenna gains between 9dBi and 37.9dBi are permitted. The maximal effective antenna gain including transmission cable loss must not exceed 28dBi. Federal Communications Commission (FCC), United States The device is allowed to be used provided it does not cause interference to other devices. It is not guaranteed to provide protection against interference from other electronic and radio devices. The system has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations. 208363-009 2016-05-26 99 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by Exalt may void the users authority to operate this equipment. This device must be professionally installed. To comply with regulations, the output power of this device may need to be adjusted in accordance to the associated transmission system. See RF Output Power Setting for details. The antenna associated with this device shall be mounted in a location that is at least 10.5'/3.2m away from humans that may be subject to long-term or continuous exposure. Canada Compliance When operating in the 49404990 MHz band, the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series models
(regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) are licensed-band products operating within RSS-111 of Industry Canada regulations. This band is specifically reserved for Public Safety applications and related agencies, in accordance with these regulations. Transmitter power reduction may be required, depending on transmission system gains and losses, in accordance with instructions found in this appendix. When operating in the 5250-5850MHz bands, the ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series models
(regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) operate under RSS-210 of Industry Canada regulations. Operation is subject to the following conditions, unless express permission is granted by Industry Canada to operate in a different manner:
External amplifiers cannot be used to boost the power or to overcome transmission system losses, unless the specific amplifier/cable/antenna combination is expressly authorized by Industry Canada. Cross-border transmissions are expressly prohibited, except with written permission from both Industry Canada and the governing body of the neighboring country (FCC for USA) Only parabolic dish antennas, directional flat-panel, or omni-directional antennas may be used. No other types of antennas are authorized. Parabolic dishes of either grid or solid type are allowed. Antenna gains between 9dBi and 37.9dBi are permitted. The maximal effective antenna gain including transmission cable loss must not exceed 28dBi. Industry Canada (IC), Canada This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1 2 this device may not cause interference, and this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Antennas Supported in Canada The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series models (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) are designed to operate with the antennas listed in Table 7 and Table 6, which have a maximum gain of 100 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 37.9dBi. Antennas not included in the list or having a gain greater than 37.9dBi are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 Ohms. Europe and ITU Country Compliance All of these permitted devices must be professionally installed. They can only be used as a point-to-
point or point-to-multipoint transmission device for fixed or temporary-fixed (non-mobile) installations. Note: Do not use external amplifiers to boost the power or overcome transmission system losses, unless the specific amplifier/cable/antenna combination has expressly been authorized by the specific country regulations. The output power must never exceed that specified in SpecificationsExtendAir Models. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series 50xx models operate under EN 301 893 and EN 302 502 rules as a license-exempt device. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series 50xx models comply with ETS 301 893 for the 5.3 and 5.47 GHz bands for license-exempt use for most countries recognizing ETSI or ITU band assignments. This band is not yet harmonized for all countries recognizing ETSI or ITU band assignments. These bands require Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Transmitter Power Control (TPC) for radar-
detection and avoidance. There is a +30dBm EIRP limit applied to this band. Transmitter power must be adjusted accordingly with respect to the RF cabling losses and antenna gains associated with each terminal. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series 50xx models comply with ETS 302 502 for the 5.8 GHz band. This band is not yet harmonized for all countries recognizing ETSI or ITU band assignments. Consult the individual country regulations or your Exalt representative for details. This band requires DFS and TPC for radar-detection and avoidance. There is a +33dBm EIRP limit for use of the 10 MHz BW setting, and a +36dBm EIRP limit for use of the 20 MHz BW setting. Some countries limit the EIRP to +5dBm for all bandwidths in this band. All models comply with the requirements for CE Mark (EN 60950-1 and IEC 60950-1) and EMC (EN 301 489-17). No substitutions shall be made, and all wiring and grounding instructions contained in this manual must be followed to ensure safety in accordance to the standards and local rules. 208363-009 2016-05-26 101 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Regulatory Compliance As of this printing, Exalt Wireless, Inc. has approvals for the products that are covered by this manual, as indicated in Table 8. If your application or country is not listed, check with your Sales Representative for the current status. Notations are as follows: indicates approved; () indicates in-process; * indicates consult Exalt Wireless for availability. Table 8 Product Approvals (Exalt) Country Austria Australia Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Canada Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Great Britain Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malta Mexico 102 4.9GHz 5.3GHz 5.4GHz 5.8GHz
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() 208363-009 2016-05-26 103 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios EIRP Limits for the United States and Canada Note: The professional installer is responsible to ensure that RF output power is properly adjusted to not exceed the regulatory limit. EIRP for the USA and Canada 49404990 MHz Band For ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) operating within the 49404990 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is +46dBm. The maximum output power of the radio shall never exceed +20dBm. The transmit power must be reduced from maximum by 1 dB for every 1dB that the antenna gain exceeds 26dBi (including transmission system losses) 52505350 MHz Band For operation within the 52505350 MHz band, the maximum EIRP is 30 dBm. The maximum output of the radio is +21 dBm. P = 30 G + L where:
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Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5250 to 5350 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5250 and 5350 MHz. 54705725 MHz Band For operation within the 54705725 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 30 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is +21 dBm. P = 30 G + L where:
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104 Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5470 to 5725 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5470 and 5725 MHz. 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 57255850 MHz Band For operation within the 57255850 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 61.9 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is +28 dBm P = 61.9 G + L where:
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G =
L =
Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5725 to 5850 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5725 and 5850 MHz. 208363-009 2016-05-26 105 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios EIRP Limits for Australia Note: The professional installer is responsible to ensure that RF output power is properly adjusted to not exceed the regulatory limit. 54705725 MHz Band Note: Australian regulations have a no-transmit band from 56005650 MHz, adjust the transmitter to avoid this range. For ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) models within the 54705725 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 30 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is +21 dBm. P = 30 G + L where:
P =
G =
L =
Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5470 to 5725 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5470 and 5725 MHz. 57255850 MHz Band For ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series (regulatory model name/number eMIMO 100) models within the 57255850 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is 36 dBm. The maximum output power of the radio is +28 dBm. P = 36 G + L where:
P =
G =
L =
106 Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5725 to 5850 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5725 and 5850 MHz. 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios EIRP Limits for the European Union and ITU Countries The countries that are covered by this Regulatory Domain are: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Switzerland, and Turkey. Note: The professional installer is responsible to ensure that RF output power is properly adjusted to not exceed the regulatory limit. Use only parabolic dish antennas, directional flat-panel, or omni-directional antennas. No other types of antennas are authorized. Parabolic dishes of either grid or solid type are allowed. Antenna gains between 9dBi and 37.9dBi are permitted. The maximal effective antenna gain including transmission cable loss must not exceed 28dBi. 50xx Series EIRP Table 9 summarizes the maximum power by band and country for ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios. 52505350 MHz band For all models within the 52505350 MHz band, the maximum EIRP is specified in Table 9. The maximum output of the radio is +21 dBm. P = ME G + L where:
P =
ME =
G =
L =
Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Maximum EIRP, as specified in Table 9. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5250 to 5350 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5250 and 5350 MHz. 54705725 MHz band For all models within the 54705725 MHz band, the maximum EIRP allowed is specified in Table 9. The maximum output power of the radio is +21 dBm. P = ME G + L where:
P =
ME =
G =
L =
208363-009 2016-05-26 Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Maximum EIRP, as specified in Table 9. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5470 to 5725 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5470 and 5725 MHz. 107 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 57255850 MHz band For all models within the 57255850 MHz band, the maximum transmit power with respect to specific country EIRP regulations is determined based on the channel bandwidth. The EIRP power limit is specified in Table 9. The ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series radios (regulatory model name/
number eMIMO 100) maximum transmitter conducted power is +28 dBm. Use the following equation to determine the maximum transmitter power for the radio:
P = ME G + L where:
P =
ME =
G =
L =
Maximum transmitter output power of radio, in dBm. Maximum EIRP, as specified in Table 9. Specified gain of antenna, in dBi, from 5725 to 5850 MHz. Total transmission system losses of all elements between the radios RF connector and the antennas RF connector (all cables, connectors, lightning suppressors), in dB, as specified or measured between 5725 and 5850 MHz. 108 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Table 9 EU and ITU Country Specific EIRP Levels Country Maximum EIRP 5.3 GHz band Maximum EIRP 5.4 GHz band Maximum EIRP 5.8 GHz band
(BW dependent)a 5 dBm Austria 23 dBm Belgium Cyprus Czech 23 dBm 23 dBm Denmark 23 dBm Estonia Finland France 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm Germany 23 dBm Ghana Great 23 dBm 23 dBm Hungary 23 dBm Iceland Ireland Italy 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm Liechtens 23 dBm Lithuania 23 dBm Luxembo 23 dBm Netherla Norway Poland Portugal 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm 23 dBm Romania 23 dBm Slovak 23 dBm Slovenia 23 dBm Spain Sweden 23 dBm 23 dBm Switzerla 23 dBm Turkey 23 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 30 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm 33/36 dBm 5 dBm 33/36 dBm a. If the output power is designated as 33/36 dBm, the EIRP is limited to 33 dBm for 10 MHz bandwidth transmissions and 36 dBm for 20 MHz bandwidth transmissions. 208363-009 2016-05-26 109 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Declaration of Conformity to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC English:
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This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Dieses Gert entspricht den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den weiteren entsprecheneden Vorgaben der Richtlinie 1999/5/EU. Dette udstyr er i overensstemmelse med de vsentlige krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i Directiv 1999/5/EF. Este equipo cumple con los requisitos esenciales asi como con otras disposiciones de la Directive 1999/5/EC. Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i EU-directiv 1999/5/EC. Este equipamento satisfaz os requisitos essenciais e outras provises da Directiva 1999/5/EC. Cet appareil est conforme aux exigencies essentialles et aux autres dispositions pertinantes de la Directive 1999/5/EC. essi bnaur samrmist lgbonum krfum og rum kvum tilskipunar 1999/5/ESB. Questo apparato conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed agli altri principi sanciti dalla Direttiva 1999/5/EC. Franais:
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Radio: EN 301 893, EN 302 502 The following CE mark is affixed to the product:
EMC: EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17 Safety: EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 Denna utrustning r i verensstmmelse med de vsentliga kraven och andra relevanta bestmmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EC. EU WEEE Exalt is committed to meeting the requirements of the European Unions Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive. The Directives require producers of electrical and electronic equipment to finance the take-back for re-use or recycling of their products placed on the EU market after 13 August 2005. Exalt products that are within the scope of the Directives are labeled with a crossed-out "wheelie-bin"
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Part Number 203985 Revision 2.21, 11/6/2014 Exalt Confidential 208363-009 2016-05-26 120 Index A Administration Settings page 27 administrator privileges 22 antennas alignment 19, 91 Canada 100 mounting 16 indoor 19 mounting height 5 site preparation considerations 5 transmission line 17 troubleshooting 91 B back-to-back bench test 7, 93 back-to-back bench test configuration 93 Band parameter 35 Bandwidth parameter 36 browsers 21 C cables Ethernet (CAT5e) 7 RF 5 troubleshooting improper RF cable termination 90 connections RSL Sync 80 sync distribution accessory 80 Two-radio pin Internal Sync Out/In 80 connectors 14 ETH2 and ETH3 14 GPS/RSL 14 PoE/ETH1 14 Power/Ethernet 81 Current RSL field 49 D DC power source 15 dimensions 66, 73 Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) 96 E Effective Antenna Gain parameter 36 effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) 8 Endpoint Identifier parameter 34 Ethernet connectors 81 Ethernet interface 72, 79 F factory default settings Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios Access List Filtering 9 Administration Password 9 Band/Frequency 9 Bandwidth 9 Encryption 9 Endpoint Identifier 9 IP Address 9 IP Gateway 9 IP Mask 9 Link Distance 9 Link Security Key 9 Radio (RF) State 9 Transmit Power Limit 9 User Password 9 fade margin 5, 92 frame length See TDD frame frequency center 5 G GPS/RSL connector 14 GPS/RSL LED 15 grounding 91 GUI Access Control List 42 Administration Settings page 27 Antenna Alignment Settings page 47 browsers supported 21 description 21 DFS page 56 Ethernet Administration State page 38 Ethernet Negotiation State page 51 Event Log page 58 File Management page 32 IP address (default) 21 log in 21 login privileges 22 Manual page 65 Metrics page 53 NTP and Time Zone page 29 Performance page 49 Radio A configuration 21 Radio Default page 48 Radio Information page 26 Reboot page 63 Reset page 63 Shutdown page 64 208363-009 2016-05-26 121 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios SNMP Configuration page 30 SNMP Trap Configuration page 31 Subscriber page 52 System Configuration page 34 I interfaces Ethernet 72, 79 power 72, 79 RF 72, 79 interference profile 5 Internal Sync Out/In (two-radio pin connec-
tion) 80 IP address conflicts 21 IP settings 7 L LEDs ETH2 or ETH3 15 GPS/RSL 15 Power/ETH1 15 License Key 27 lightning arrestor 5 lightning arrestors 19 link 5 orientation 9 RF link testing 7 Link Distance parameter 36 link margin 92 link parameters 23 login names 22 login privileges 22 M mounting hardware 13 multipath 89 multipath propagation 90 N noise profile 5 P passwords 7, 22 path obstruction 91 performance degradation 89 Performance page 49 Power connector 81 power interface 72, 79 Power/Ethernet connector 14 R radio default settings 9 grounding 91 initiation tasks 11 installation tasks 11 mounting 5, 13 rebooting 63 Radio A configuration 6 Radio A//Hub 9 radio configuration 6 radio default button 48 Radio Information page 26 Radio Transmission Status parameter 34 Radio Transmit Power parameter 36 receiver threshold 5 record keeping 12 regulatory requirements EIRP 104 USA 99 Reset page 63 RF connector termination 15 RF interface 72, 79 RF interference 90 RF lightning arrestor 19 RF output power 8 RSL 8 current RSL readings 49 monitor for performance 89 RSL field 49 RSL Sync 80 S safety 95 shipping box contents 6 Shutdown button 64 site preparation 5 specifications 66, 73 ExpandAir 73 sync distribution accessory 80 system latency 5 system performance 49 system settings Current BER field 49 grounding 91 Minimum RSL field 49 system specifications 67, 73 T T1/E1 2&4 LED 15 TDD factors 8 122 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios TDD frame length 5 testing 93 back-to-back bench 7 threshold 94 threshold testing 94 time division duplex (TDD) SeeTDD frame transmission line coaxial 17 transmitter output power 7 troubleshooting 88 U unfaded error-free performance 7 Update button 27 user privileges 22 V VSWR 90 208363-009 2016-05-26 123 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 124 208363-009 2016-05-26 Exalt Installation and Management Guide ExtendAir eMIMO and ExpandAir Series Digital Microwave Radios 208363-009 2016-05-26 125 208363-009 2016-05-26
frequency | equipment class | purpose | ||
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1 | 2016-07-12 | 5745.5 ~ 5825.5 | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment |
2 | 2013-11-15 | 5510 ~ 5670 | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX | |
3 | 2013-06-19 | 4950 ~ 4980 | TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter | Original Equipment |
4 | 5755 ~ 5795 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | ||
5 | 5745 ~ 5805 | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
app s | Applicant Information | |||||
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1 2 3 4 5 | Effective |
2016-07-12
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2013-11-15
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2013-06-19
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1 2 3 4 5 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Exalt Wireless, Inc.
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1 2 3 4 5 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0014287304
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1 2 3 4 5 | Physical Address |
530 Division Street
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1 2 3 4 5 |
Campbell, California 95008
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1 2 3 4 5 |
United States
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app s | TCB Information | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | TCB Application Email Address |
b******@baclcorp.com
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1 2 3 4 5 | TCB Scope |
A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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1 2 3 4 5 |
B2: General Mobile Radio And Broadcast Services equipment in the following 47 CFR Parts 22 (non-cellular) 73, 74, 90, 95, 97, & 101 (all below 3 GHz)
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app s | FCC ID | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Grantee Code |
TTM
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1 2 3 4 5 | Equipment Product Code |
105P25U
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app s | Person at the applicant's address to receive grant or for contact | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Name |
T**** B****
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1 2 3 4 5 | Telephone Number |
469-3********
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1 2 3 4 5 | Fax Number |
408-7********
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1 2 3 4 5 |
t******@exaltcom.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 2 3 4 5 | 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 2 3 4 5 | 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?: | Yes | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | No | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | If so, specify the short-term confidentiality release date (MM/DD/YYYY format) | 08/26/2016 | ||||
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 2 3 4 5 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Equipment Class | NII - Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | TNB - Licensed Non-Broadcast Station Transmitter | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | DTS - Digital Transmission System | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | eMIMO | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | eMIMO 100 | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Modular Equipment Type | Limited Single Modular Approval | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Single Modular Approval | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Purpose / Application is for | Class II permissive change or modification of presently authorized equipment | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Original Equipment | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | Yes | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | 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 2 3 4 5 | Grant Comments | Class II Permissive Change of updating U-NII bands under new rules documented in this filing. Limited Module Approval. Output power listed is conducted. Outdoor operation is subject to the professional installation instruction requirements as described in the Users Manual. Users and professional installers are not allowed to have options to select country code. Only the antenna approved at time of grant can be used. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 180 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device has 5 MHz, 10 MHz, 20 MHz, and 40 MHz BW modes. | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Output power is conducted. This device has 5, 10, 20 and 40 MHz BW modes. Emission within the 5600-5650 MHz band is prohibited. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 180 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Output power listed is peak conducted. The antennas require professional installation and must be fixed-mounted on outdoor permanent structures with a separation distance of at least 180 cm from all persons. Approval is limited to enclosure(s) as documented in the filing. Users and professional installers are not allowed to have options to select country code. Only those antenna(s) specified in the filing may be used with the device. For antenna(s) with gain exceeding 26 dBi the peak power and peak power spectral density must be reduced per requirements in 90.1215(a). This device must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Output power listed is conducted. Outdoor operation is subject to the professional installation instruction requirements as described in the Users Manual. Users and professional installers are not allowed to have options to select country code. Only the antenna approved at time of grant can be used. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 180 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device has 5 MHz, 10 MHz, 20 MHz, and 40 MHz bandwidth modes. The module may be used as a PTP or PTMP transmission device as described in this filing. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Output power listed is conducted. Outdoor operation is subject to the professional installation instruction requirements as described in the Users Manual. Users and professional installers are not allowed to have options to select country code. Only the antenna approved at time of grant can be used. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 180 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The module may be used as a PTP or PTMP transmission device as described in this filing. | |||||
1 2 3 4 5 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 2 3 4 5 | 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 2 3 4 5 | Firm Name |
Bay Area Compliance Laboratories Corporation
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1 2 3 4 5 | Name |
L**** T********
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1 2 3 4 5 | Telephone Number |
408-7******** Extension:
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1 2 3 4 5 | Fax Number |
408 7********
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1 2 3 4 5 |
l******@baclcorp.com
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Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 | 15E | 38 MO | 5180 | 5240 | 0.267 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 2 | 15E | 48 MO | 5745 | 5825 | 0.618 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 3 | 15E | 48 MO | 5745.5 | 5825.5 | 0.621 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 1 | 15E | CC | 5260.5 | 5320.5 | 0.0178 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 2 | 15E | CC MO ND | 5260 | 5320 | 0.0701 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 3 | 15E | CC MO ND | 5270 | 5310 | 0.0689 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 4 | 15E | CC | 5500.5 | 5700.5 | 0.0172 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 5 | 15E | CC MO ND | 5500 | 5700 | 0.0646 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | 6 | 15E | CC MO ND | 5510 | 5670 | 0.11 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3 | 1 | 90Y | 4942.5 | 4987.5 | 0.0177 | 7 ppm | 4M12W7D | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3 | 2 | 90Y | 4945 | 4985 | 0.0354 | 7 ppm | 8M18W7D | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3 | 3 | 90Y | MO | 4950 | 4980 | 0.0752 | 7 ppm | 17M8W7D | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | 1 | 15C | CC | 5745.5 | 5825.5 | 0.621 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | 2 | 15C | CC | 5745 | 5825 | 0.618 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | 3 | 15C | CC MO | 5745 | 5825 | 0.594 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | 4 | 15C | CC MO | 5755 | 5795 | 0.55 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line | Rule Parts | Grant Notes | Lower Frequency | Upper Frequency | Power Output | Tolerance | Emission Designator | Microprocessor Number | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | 1 | 15E | CC | 5745 | 5805 | 0.6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | 2 | 15E | CC MO | 5745 | 5805 | 0.603 |
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