Before and during installation, keep in mind these sources of potential problems:
• Faulty cabling/connector
• Dirty connectors and ports
• Malfunction of one or more Fusion components
• Antenna, base station, or repeater problem
• External RF interface
• Tripped circuit breaker
• Equipment is not grounded
• Using a crossover Ethernet cable that does not support full hardware handshaking
when using AdminBrowser
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7.1.1Component Location Requirements
7.1.2Cable and Connector Requirements
NOTE: Faulty cabling is the cause of a vast majority of problems. All CATV cable
should be tested to TIA-570-B specifications.
Fusion components are intended to be installed in indoor locations only.
If outdoor installation is desired, such as a parking garage, the Fusion components
must be installed in the appropriate environmental enclosures.
Fusion equipment operates over the following:
• CATV 75 Ohm cable with F connectors
• Single-mode fiber (SMF) or multi-mode (MMF) cable with SC/APC fiber connectors throughout the fiber network, including fiber distribution panels
These cables are widely-used, industry standards for the cable TV industry. The regulations and guidelines for Fusion cable installation are identical to those specified by
the TIA/EIA 568-B standard and the TIA/EIA/570-A standards.
LGC Wireless recommends solid copper center conductor, plenum-rated CATV cable
and connectors for conformity to building codes, standards, and to ensure stated performance of maximum distance and RF specifications.
CommScope 2065V cable or equivalent is required for RG-59.
CommScope 2279V cable or equivalent is required for RG-6.
CommScope 2293K cable may also be used for RG-11.
NOTE: Refer to Appendix A for more information related to 75 Ohm
CATV.
LGC Wireless recommends connectors with fixed centerpins to ensure proper seating
and to eliminate oxidation, which occurs with bare center conductors. Recommended
connectors are as follows:
CANARE Connectors
• FP-C4F for commScope 2065V cable
• FP-C55A for CommScope 2279V cable
• FP-C71A for CommScope 2293K cable
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NOTE: The proper crimp tool and die must be matched by the connector
type.
7.1.3Distance Requirements
Table 7-1 shows the distances between Fusion components and related equipment.
Safety Precautions
Table 7-1
Equipment
CombinationCable TypeCable LengthAdditional Information
Repeater/BTS to
Fusion Main Hub
Fusion Expansion
Hub to RAU
Main Hub to Expansion Hub
RAU to passive
antenna
Coaxial; N male
connectors
CATV 75 Ohm;
shielded F male connectors
Multi-mode fiber:
Single-mode fiber:
SC/APC male connectors
Coaxial; N male
connectors
Distance Requirements
3–6 m (10–20 ft) typicalLimited by loss and noise.
Refer to your link budget
calculation.
10 m (33 ft) maximumLimited by CE Mark require-
ments.
• Minimum: 10 meters (33 ft)
• Maximum:
150 meters (492 ft) for RG-59;
170 meters (558 ft) for RG-6;
275 meters (902 ft) for RG-11
Refer to Table 5-1 and Table 5-2.
500 m (1640 ft.) maximum
6 km (19,685 ft.) maximum
1–3.5 m (3–12 ft) typicalLimited by loss and noise.
Refer to “System Gain” on
page 6-11.
Limited by 3 dB optical
attenuation
Refer to your link budget
calculation.
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7.2Safety Precautions
7.2.1Installation Guidelines
Use the following guidelines when installing LGC Wireless equipment:
1.
Provide sufficient airflow and cooling to the equipment to prevent heat build-up
from exceeding the maximum ambient air temperature specification. Do not compromise the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment.
2.
If you are removing the system, turn it off and remove the power cord first. There
are no user-serviceable parts inside the components.
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3.
The internal power supplies have internal fuses that are not user replaceable. Consider the worst-case power consumption shown on the product labels when provisioning the equipment’s AC power source and distribution.
4.
Verify that the Hub is grounded properly using the AC power cord third wire
ground.
NOTE: Be careful with the mechanical loading of the rack mounted hub.
Mount the equipment in the rack in such a way that a hazardous condition,
due to uneven mechanical loading, does not result,.
7.2.2General Safety Precautions
The following precautions apply to LGC Wireless products:
• The units have no user-serviceable parts. Faulty or failed units are fully replaceable
through LGC Wireless. Please contact us at:
• Although modeled after an Ethernet/LAN architecture and connectivity, the units
are not intended to connect to Ethernet data hubs, routers, cards, or other similar
data equipment.
• When you connect the fiber optic cable, take the same precaution as if installing
Ethernet network equipment. All optical fiber SC/APC connectors should be
cleaned according to the cable manufacturer’s instructions.
• When you connect a radiating antenna to an RAU, firmly hand-tighten the N connector – DO NOT over-tighten the connector.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this equipment to rain or moisture. The components are
intended for indoor use only. Do not install the RAU outdoors. Do not
connect an RAU to an antenna that is located outdoors where it could
be subject to lightning strikes, power crosses, or wind.
• The Expansion Hub and RAU units are designed for intra-building cabling only.
Outdoor routing of any cabling to these units shall not exceed 140 feet.
NOTE: Outdoor cables farther than 140 feet must be installed with proper
lightning protection.
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7.2.3Fiber Port Safety Precautions
This mark appears on the front panel of the
Main Hub and the Expansion Hub.
CLASS1
LASERPRODUCT
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The following are suggested safety precautions for working with fiber ports. For
information about system compliance with safety standards, refer to Appendix B.
WARNING: Observe the following warning about viewing fiber
ends in ports. Do not stare with unprotected eyes at the connector
ends of the fibers or the ports of the hubs. Invisible infrared radiation is present at the front panel of the Main Hub and the Expansion
Hub. Do not remove the fiber port dust caps unless the port is going
to be used. Do not stare directly into a fiber port.
• Test fiber cables: When you test fiber optic cables, connect the optical power
source last and disconnect it first. Use Class 1 test equipment.
• Fiber ends: Cover any unconnected fiber ends with an approved cap. Do not use
tape.
• Broken fiber cables: Do not stare with unprotected eyes at any broken ends of the
fibers. Laser light emitted from fiber sources can cause eye injury. Avoid contact
with broken fibers; they are sharp and can pierce the skin. Report any broken fiber
cables and have them replaced.
• Cleaning: Be sure the connectors are clean and free of dust or oils. Use only
approved methods for cleaning optical fiber connectors.
• Modifications: Do not make any unauthorized modifications to this fiber optic
system or associated equipment.
• Live work: Live work is permitted because LGC Wireless equipment is a Class 1
hazard.
• Signs: No warning signs are required.
Safety Precautions
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• Class 1 laser product: The system meets the criteria for a Class 1 laser product
per IEC 60825-1: 1993+A1:+A2:2001 and IEC106825-2.
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to
Laser Notice No. 50, dated July 26, 2001.
The hazard level at all locations within the equipment is Hazard Level 1.
• CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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7.3Preparing for System Installation
7.3.1Pre-Installation Inspection
7.3.2Installation Checklist
Follow this procedure before installing Fusion equipment:
1.
Verify the number of packages received against the packing list.
2.
Check all packages for external damage; report any external damage to the shipping carrier. If there is damage, a shipping agent should be present before you
unpack and inspect the contents because damage caused during transit is the
responsibility of the shipping agent.
3.
Open and check each package against the packing list. If any items are missing,
contact LGC Wireless customer service (refer to Section 7.2.2 on page 7-4).
4.
If damage is discovered at the time of installation, contact the shipping agent.
Table 7-2
Installation RequirementConsideration
Floor PlansInstallation location of equipment clearly marked
System DesignUsed to verify frequency bands after installation
Power available:
Fusion Main Hub (AC)
Fusion Expansion Hub (AC)
To RAU (DC)
Rack space available
(Main and Expansion Hub)
Wallmount Fusion Main HubHub must be mounted on 3/4” plywood backboard.
Clearance for air circulation:
Fusion Main or Expansion Hub
RAU
Suitable operating environment:
Fusion Main or Expansion Hub
RAUs
Donor Antenna-to-Fusion Configuration (for each Fusion Band)
Donor AntennaInstalled, inspected; N-male to N-male coaxial cable to lightning arrestor/surge
Lightning Arrestor or
Surge Suppressor
RepeaterInstalled between lightning arrestor/surge suppressor and Hub; N-male to N-male
Installation Checklist
Hub’s power cord is 2 m (6.5 ft) long.
115/230V, 2/1A, 50–60 Hz
115/230V, 6/3A, 50-60 Hz
54V (from the Hub)
89 mm (3.5 in.) high (2U)
76 mm (3 in.) front and rear, 51 mm (2 in.) sides
76 mm (3 in.) all around
Indoor location only
0° to +45°C (+32° to +113°F)
5% to 95% non-condensing humidity
–25° to +45°C (–13° to +113°F)
5% to 95% non-condensing humidity
suppressor
Installed between roof-top antenna and repeater; N-male to N-male 50 Ohm coaxial cable and outdoor cables longer than 140 feet.
coaxial cable. The Repeater must be a UL listed product.
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Installation RequirementConsideration
Installation Checklist (continued)
AttenuatorInstalled between the circulator and the Hub downlink port to prevent overload.
Optionally, it may be installed between the uplink port and the circulator.
Circulator or DuplexerInstalled between the repeater and the Hub uplink and downlink ports
Base Station-to-Fusion Configuration (for each Fusion Band)
Base StationInstalled, inspected; verify RF power (see tables in Section 6.3 on page 6-4);
N-male to N-male coaxial cable
AttenuatorAttenuation may be required to achieve the desired RF output at the RAU, and the
desired uplink noise floor level
Circulator or DuplexerWhen using a duplex BTS: Installed between the BTS and the Hub uplink and
downlink ports. Not used with a simplex BTS
Connecting Multiple Fusion Main Hubs Together
5-port Alarm Daisy-Chain Cable
(PN 4024-3)
For contact alarm monitoring of fault and warning alarms. Used to feed the alarms
from multiple Fusion Main Hubs into a BTS or MetroReach Focus. N.C. Operation.
Cabling
Coaxial: repeater, base station,
Coax approved; N-type male connectors.
Smart Source to Fusion Main
Hub
Coaxial: RAU to passive
antennas
Fiber: Main Hub to Expansion
Hubs
Use low-loss cable; N male connector; typical 1 m (3.3 ft) using RG142 coaxial
cable.
SC/APC (angle-polished) male connectors for entire fiber run (can use SC/APC
pigtails, PN 4012SCAPC-10 for MMF or 4013SCAPC-10 for SMF);
Use jumper fiber cables for collocated Main and Expansion Hubs (3 m/10 ft.):
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Table 7-4
Optional Accessories for Component Installation
Description
Wall-mount bracket (PN 4712)
When using this bracket with an Fusion Main Hub, the Hub’s mounting bracket must
be moved to the alternate mounting position (refer to the procedure on page
page 7-11).
Cable management (Cable manager: PN 4759; Tie wrap bar: PN 4757)
Jumper cable when Main and Expansion Hubs are collocated, 3 m (10 ft.)
Multi-mode fiber SC/APC: PN 4018SCAPC-10
Teltone Line Sharing Switch (M-394-B-01)
When using a single POTS line with multiple Fusion Main Hub/Modems: Connect up
to four modems to a line sharing switch; switches can be cascaded to accommodate up
to 16 modems per POTS line
The following procedures assume that the system is new from the factory and that it
has not been programmed with bands.
If you are replacing components in a pre-installed system with either new units or
units that may already be programmed (for example, re-using units from another system), refer to Section 8.
CAUTION: Install Fusion Main Hubs in indoor locations only.
Installing a Fusion Main Hub in a Rack
The Fusion Main Hub (2U high) mounts in a standard 19 in. (483 mm) equipment
rack. Allow clearance of 76 mm (3 in.) front and rear, and 51 mm (2 in.) on both sides
for air circulation. No top or bottom clearance is required.
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Figure 7-1
Flush Mounting Bracket Detail
Consideration:
• The Fusion Main Hub is shipped with #10-32 mounting screws. Another common
rack thread is #12-24. Confirm that the mounting screws match the rack’s threads.
To install the Hub in a rack:
1.
Insert spring nuts into rack where needed or use existing threaded holes.
2.
Place the Hub into the rack from the front.
3.
Align the flange holes with the spring nuts installed in Step 1.
4.
Insert the mounting screws in the appropriate positions in the rack.
5.
Tighten the mounting screws.
Installing an Optional Cable Manager in the Rack
• Using the screws provided, fasten the cable manager to the rack, immediately
above or below the Main Hub.
Installing a Main Hub Using the 12” Wall-Mounted Rack (PN 4712)
Considerations:
• The rack-mounting brackets on the Fusion Main Hub must be moved to the
recessed mounting position (shown in Figure 7-2) to allow for the required 76 mm
(3 in.) rear clearance.
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• The maximum weight the bracket can hold is 22.5 kg (50 lbs).
• The bracket is designed to accommodate a Fusion Main Hub (12 lbs.) or an Expansion Hub (14.5 lbs.).
• The wall mount bracket should be securely mounted to wall, using the four key slot
mounting holes on the bracket.
Using the Wall Rack-Mounting Option
You can flip the rack mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 7-2, so the hub can be
mounted 76 mm (3 in.) forward in the rack.
Figure 7-2
Bracket Detail For Wall Mount Rack (PN 4712)
To install the Hub to the wall-mounted rack:
1.
Attach the wall bracket (PN 4712) to wall the using #10 Pan Head wood screws,
1-1/2” minimum length for mounting in wood studs or 3/4“thick plywood.
The bracket must be positioned so that the Hub will be in a horizontal position
when it is installed. (Refer to Figure 7-2.)
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3/4” plywood be pre-installed to the wall. You can then attach the bracket to
the plywood using the wood screws.
2.
Remove both of the rack mounting brackets from the Hub.
3.
Reattach each of the rack mounting brackets to the recessed wall mount position.
4.
Install the Hub in the rack using the rack mounting screws.
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Installing a Fusion Main Hub Directly to the Wall
To install the Hub directly to the wall:
1.
Pre-install 3/4” plywood to the wall.
2.
Mount both of the rack mounting brackets using #10-32 machine screws (refer to
illustration Figure 7-4).
3.
Attach the Hub to the wall so the mounting brackets are orientated at the top and
bottom of the wall mounted hub. (Refer to Figure 7-3.)
Figure 7-3
Installing Directly to the Wall
Use two #10 Pan Head wood screws, 1-1/2” length, to secure each bracket to the
plywood. In this orientation the enclosure fans shall face to the left.
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Figure 7-4
Using Hub Rack-Mounting Brackets for Direct Wall Installation
Connecting the Fiber Cables to the Main Hub
Considerations:
• Before connecting the fiber cables, confirm that their optical loss does not exceed
the 3 dB optical budget.
• If you are using fiber distribution panels, confirm that the total optical loss of fiber
cable, from the Main Hub through distribution panels and patch cords to the
Expansion Hub, does not exceed the optical budget.
• Make sure the fiber cable’s connectors are SC/APC (angle-polished). Using any
other connector type will result in degraded system performance and may damage
the equipment. (You can use an SC/APC pigtail if the fiber cable’s connectors are
not SC/APC. Refer to“Fusion Splicing of Fiber and Pigtail” on page 7-37. Or, you
can change the fiber’s connector to SC/APC.)
NOTE: Observe all Fiber Port Safety Precautions listed in Section 7.2.3 on page 7-5.
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To clean the fiber ports:
You can clean the Hub’s fiber ports using canned compressed air or isopropyl alcohol
and foam tipped swabs.
Considerations:
• If using compressed air:
• The air must be free of dust, water, and oil.
• Hold the can level during use.
• If using isopropyl alcohol and foam tipped swabs:
• Use only 98% pure or more alcohol
Procedure using compressed air:
1.
Remove the port’s dust cap.
2.
Spray the compressed air away from the unit for a few seconds to clean out the
nozzle and then blow dust particles out of each fiber port.
Procedure using isopropyl alcohol:
1.
Remove the connector’s dust cap.
2.
Dip a 2.5mm lint-free, foam-tipped swab in isopropyl alcohol and slowly insert
the tip into the connector.
3.
Gently twist the swab to clean the port.
4.
Insert a dry swab into the port to dry it.
Additionally, you can use compressed air after the alcohol has completely evaporated.
To clean the fiber ends:
Be sure that the fiber cable’s SC/APC connectors are clean and free of dust and oils.
You need lint-free cloths, isopropyl alcohol, and compressed air
1.
Moisten a lint-free cloth with isopropyl alcohol.
2.
Gently wipe the fiber end with the moistened cloth.
3.
Using a dry lint-free cloth, gently wipe the fiber end.
4.
Spray the compressed air away from the connector for a few seconds to clean out
the nozzle and then use it to completely dry the connector.
To test the fiber cables:
Perform cable testing and record the results. Test results are required for the final
As-Built Document.
To connect the fiber cables:
The fiber cable is labeled with either 1 or 2, or is color-coded. In addition to these
labels, you should add a code that identifies which port on the Main Hub is being
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used and which Expansion Hub the cables are intended for. This differentiates the
connectors for proper connection between the Main Hub and Expansion Hubs.
For example:
First pair to Main Hub port 1: 11 (uplink), 12 (downlink);
Second pair to Main Hub port 2: 21 (uplink), 22 (downlink);
Third pair to Main Hub port 3: 31 (uplink), 32 (downlink); and so on.
If the fiber jumper is labeled with 1 or 2:
1.
Connect 1s to
2.
Connect 2s to
3.
Record which cable number and port number you connected to
DOWNLINK
UPLINK
DOWNLINK
.
ports on the Main Hub.
ports on the Main Hub.
UPLINK
and
This information is needed when connecting the other end of the fiber cable to the
Expansion Hub’s fiber ports.
The fiber port LEDs should be off, indicating that the Expansion Hub(s) are not
connected.
If the fiber jumper is color-coded (for example, “blue” or “red”):
1.
Connect “blue” to
2.
Connect “red” to
3.
Record which color and port number you connected to
UPLINK
ports on the Main Hub.
DOWNLINK
ports on the Main Hub.
UPLINK
and
DOWNLINK
This information is needed when connecting the other end of the fiber cable to the
Expansion Hub’s fiber ports.
The fiber port LEDs should be off, indicating that the Expansion Hub(s) are not
connected.
.
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Powering On the Main Hub
1.
Connect the AC power cord to the Main Hub.
2.
Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet.
3.
Turn on the power to the Main Hub and check that all the LED lamps are functioning properly.
Upon power-up, the LEDs blinks for five seconds as a visual check that they are
functioning. After the five-second test:
LED states during power on will vary, depending on whether Expansion Hubs are
connected. Refer to Table 7-5 for possible combinations.
Table 7-5
Troubleshooting Main Hub LEDs During Installation
During
Installation
Power OnLEDStateActionImpact
1.
Main Hub
power is
On with no
Expansion
Hubs connected.
POWER
POWER
PORT
OffCheck AC power; check that the Main Hub power-on
switch is on; replace the Main Hub
The Main Hub is not
powering on.
RedReplace the Main HubThe power supply is
out-of-specification.
LEDs are on
but they
didn’t blink
through all
Replace the Main Hub.The micro controller is
not resetting properly;
flash memory corrupted.
states
PORT
RedThe port is unusable; replace the Main Hub when
Off
possible.
Fiber sensor fault, do
not use the port.
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Troubleshooting Main Hub LEDs During Installation (continued)
During
Installation
Power OnLEDStateActionImpact
2.
Main Hub
power is
On with
Expansion
Hubs connected and
powered
on.
PORT
Off• If the port LEDs do not illuminate, check the fiber
uplink for excessive optical loss.
• If Expansion Hub’s
DL STATUS
LED is red:
• Verify that the fiber is connected to the correct
port (that is, uplink/downlink)
• Swap the uplink and downlink cables.
• Connect the fiber pair to another port. If the sec-
No uplink optical
power, the Expansion
Hub is not recognized
as being present.
No communication
with the Expansion
Hub.
ond port’s LEDs do not illuminate Green/Red,
replace the Main Hub.
• If the second port works, flag the first port as
unusable; replace the Main Hub when possible.
PORT
Red (60 ppm)• If the Expansion Hub
check the downlink fiber cable for excessive optical loss.
DL STATUS
LED is red,
No communication
with the Expansion
Hub.
• Connect the fiber pair to another port. If the second port’s LEDs do not illuminate Green/Red,
replace the Main Hub.
• If the second port works, flag the first port as
unusable; replace the Main Hub when possible.
PORT
RedThe Expansion Hub or connected RAU reports a fault
Use AdminManager to determine the problem.
The Expansion Hub or
one or more RAUs are
off-line.
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7.4.2Installing Expansion Hubs
The Expansion Hub (2U high) can be installed in a standard 19 in. (483 mm) equipment rack or in a wall-mountable equipment rack that is available from LGC Wireless. Allow a clearance of 76 mm (3 in.) front and rear and 51 mm (2 in.) sides for air
circulation. No top and bottom clearance is required.
CAUTION: Install Expansion Hubs in indoor locations only.
Installing an Expansion Hub in a Rack
Consideration:
• The Expansion Hub is shipped with #10-32 mounting screws. Another common
rack thread is #12-24. Confirm that the mounting screws match the rack’s threads.
Figure 7-5
Flush Mounting Bracket Detail
To install the hub in a rack:
1.
Insert spring nuts into the rack where needed or use existing threaded holes.
2.
Place the Expansion Hub into the rack from the front.
3.
Align the flange holes with the spring nuts installed in Step 1.
4.
Insert the mounting screws in the appropriate positions in the rack.
5.
Tighten the mounting screws.
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Installing an Expansion Hub Using the 12” Wall-Mounted Rack
Considerations:
• The rack (PN4712) is 305 mm (12 in.) deep. The Expansion Hub is 381 mm (15
in.) deep. You must move the rack mounting brackets on the Expansion Hub, as
shown in Figure 7-6) to the center mounting position to allow for the 76 mm (3 in.)
rear clearance that is required.
• The maximum weight the rack can hold is 22.5 kg (50 lbs).
Figure 7-6
Bracket Detail For Wall Mount Rack (PN 4712)
To install the hub in a wall-mounted rack:
1.
Attach the equipment rack to the wall using the screws that are provided.
The rack must be positioned so that the Expansion Hub will be in a horizontal
position when it is installed.
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3/4” plywood be pre-installed to the wall. You can then attach the bracket to
the plywood using the wood screws.
2.
Remove both of the rack mounting brackets from the Hub.
3.
Reattach each of the rack mounting brackets to the recessed wall mount position
(Figure 7-6).
4.
Install the Hub in the rack using the rack mounting screws.
5.
Tighten the mounting screws.
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Installing a Fusion Expansion Hub Directly to the Wall
To install the Hub directly to the wall:
1.
Pre-install 3/4” plywood to the wall.
2.
Mount both of the rack mounting brackets using #10-32 machine screws (refer to
illustration Figure 7-7).
3.
Attach the Hub to the wall so the mounting brackets are orientated at the top and
bottom of the wall mounted hub. (Refer to Figure 7-8.)
Figure 7-7
Using Hub Rack-Mounting Brackets for Direct Wall Installation
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NOTE: Leave the dust caps on the fiber ports until you are ready to connect the fiber
optic cables.
Installing an Optional Cable Manager in the Rack
• Using the screws provided, fasten the cable manager to the rack, immediately
above or below the Expansion Hub.
Powering On the Expansion Hub
1.
Connect the AC power cord to the Expansion Hub.
2.
Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet.
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3.
Turn on the power to the Expansion Hub and check that all the LED lamps are
functioning properly.
Upon power-up, the LEDs blinks for five seconds as a visual check that they are
functioning. After the five-second test:
• The
POWER
and
UL STATUS
LEDs should be green.
– If the uplink fiber is not connected, the
UL STATUS
LED turns red indicating
that there is no communication with the Main Hub.
• The
E-HUB STATUS
and
DL STATUS
LEDs should be red.
• All port LEDs should be off because no RAUs are connected yet.
Connecting the Fiber Cables to the Expansion Hub
Considerations:
• Before connecting the fiber cables, confirm that their optical loss does not exceed
3 dB optical budget. RL is less than -60dB.
• If fiber distribution panels are used, confirm that the total optical loss of fiber
cable, from the Main Hub through distribution panels and patch cords to the
Expansion Hub, does not exceed the optical budget.
• Make sure the fiber cable’s connectors are SC/APC (angle-polished).Using any
other connector type will result in degraded system performance and may damage
the equipment. (You can use an SC/APC pigtail if the fiber cable’s connectors are
not SC/APC, refer to “Fusion Splicing of Fiber and Pigtail” on page 7-37, or
replace the connectors.)
NOTE: Observe all Fiber Port Safety Precautions listed in Section 7.2.3 on page 7-5.
To connect the fiber cables:
The fiber cable is labeled with either 1 or 2, or is color-coded. For proper connection
between the Main Hub ports and the Expansion Hub ports, refer to the numbering or
color-coded connections you recorded when installing the Main Hub(s).
If the fiber jumper is labeled with 1 or 2:
1.
Connect 2 to
The
DL STATUS
not, there is a downlink problem. Make sure you are connecting the correct cable
to the port.
2.
Connect 1 to
The
UL STATUS
take up to 20 seconds to establish communication.
The Expansion Hub’s
it the frequency band command.
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on Expansion Hub.
LED should turn green as soon as you connect the fiber. If it does
UPLINK
on Expansion Hub.
LED turns green on the first Main Hub communication. It may
E-HUB STATUS
LED turns green when the Main Hub sends
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If the
UL STATUS
and
E-HUB STATUS
LEDs do not turn green/green, check the
Main Hub LEDs. Refer to page 7-18, item 2 in Table 7-5.
If the fiber jumper is color-coded (for example, “blue” or “red”):
1.
Connect “red” to
The
DL STATUS
DOWNLINK
on Expansion Hub.
LED should turn green as soon as you connect the fiber. If it does
not, there is a downlink problem. Make sure you are connecting the correct cable
to the port.
2.
Connect “blue” to
The
UL STATUS
UPLINK
on Expansion Hub.
LED turns green on the first Main Hub communication. It may
take up to 20 seconds to establish communication.
The Expansion Hub’s
E-HUB STATUS
LED turns green when the Main Hub sends
it the frequency band command.
If the
UL STATUS
and
E-HUB STATUS
LEDs do not turn green/green, check the
Main Hub LEDs. See page 7-18, item 2 in Table 7-5.
Connecting the 75 Ohm CATV Cables
Considerations:
• Verify that the cable has been tested and the test results are recorded. This information is required for the As-Built Document.
• Verify that only captive centerpin F connectors are used on the solid copper center
conductor CATV cable from CommScope (or equivalent).
• Verify that the CATV cable is labeled with:
• Fusion Expansion Hub port number being used
• RAU identifier
• Carrier (for multiple operator systems)
To connect the CATV cables:
1.
Connect the CATV cables to the F ports according to the labels on the cables.
The
STATUS
LEDs should be off because the RAUs are not connected at the other
end of the CATV cable.
2.
Record which cable you are connecting to which port (that is, from the label on
the cable).
This information is required for the As-Built Document.
3.
Tie-off the cables or use the optional cable manager to avoid damaging the connectors because of cable strain.
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Troubleshooting Expansion Hub LEDs During Installation
• All Expansion Hub
PORT
LEDs with RAUs connected should indicate Green/Red.
This indicates that the RAU is powered on and communication has been established.
• The Expansion Hub
Table 7-6
During
InstallationLEDStateActionImpact
1.
Expansion
POWER
OffCheck AC power; make sure the
Hub power
is On and no
RAUs are
connected
PORT
LEDs are on but
didn’t blink through
all states.
PORT
Flashing Red
(6 PPM)
UL STATUS
Red, after power-up
blink
2.
Expansion
UL STATUS
DL STATUS
PORT
Red
RedCheck the downlink fiber for opti-
OffCheck the CATV cable.Power is not getting to the
Hub power
is On and
RAUs are
PORT
Flashing Red
(60 PPM)
connected
PORT
RedUse AdminBrowser to determine
Troubleshooting Expansion Hub LEDs During Installation
UL STATUS
LED should be Green.
The Expansion Hub is not
Expansion Hub power-on switch
powering on.
is on; replace the Expansion Hub.
Replace the Expansion Hub.The Microcontroller is not
resetting properly; flash
memory corrupted.
Port unusable; replace the Expansion Hub when possible.
Current sensor fault; do not
use the port.
Replace the Expansion Hub.The Expansion Hub laser is
not operational; no uplink
between the Expansion Hub
and Main Hub.
Check the Main Hub LEDs
Refer to page 7-18, item 2 in
No communication with
Main Hub.
Table 7-5.
Use AdminBrowser to determine
the problem.
No downlink between the
cal power; verify that the cables
are connected to correct ports
Expansion Hub and Main
Hub.
(that is, uplink/downlink)
Check the Main Hub LEDs. Refer
to page 7-18, item 2 in Table 7-5.
RAU.
Test the CATV cable. If the cable
tests OK, try another port. If the
second port’s LEDs are Red/Off,
replace the RAU. If the second
RAU doesn’t work; replace the
Expansion Hub.
Power levels to RAU are not
correct; communications are
not established.
If the second port works, flag
the first port as unusable;
replace EH when possible.
RAU is off-line.
the problem.
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7.4.3Installing RAUs
CAUTION: Install RAUs in indoor locations only. Do not con-
nect an antenna that is installed in an outdoor location to an RAU.
For outdoor installations, a protective enclosure is required.
Installing RAUs
Mount all RAUs in the locations marked on the floor plans.
Considerations:
• Install 800 iDEN and 850/1900 MHz RAUs so that their antennas will be separated
by enough space to reduce signal interference between the 800 and 850 bands.
Refer to Section , “800/850 MHz Isolation Requirements,” on page 7-27 for recommended distance between antennas.
• You can place the unit, without its fastening hardware, on a flat surface, such as a
shelf, desk, cabinet, or any other horizontal surface that allows stable placement
with the mounting base facing down to the mounting surface. For mounting to
other locations (that is, walls, ceilings, poles) the RAU must be securely mounted
using the 4 slotted mounting holes provided with #6 diameter fasteners. This
method of mounting must securely hold a minimum of 7 lbs. load.
• Attach the RAU securely to a stationary object (that is, a wall, pole, or ceiling tile).
• For proper ventilation:
• Keep at least
• Do not stack RAUs on top of each other.
• Always mount the RAU with the solid face (containing the mounting holes)
against the mounting surface.
76 mm (3 in.)
Fusion Installation Procedures
clearance around the RAU to ensure proper venting.
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Installing Passive Antennas
Refer to the manufacturer’s installation instructions to install passive antennas.
Location
Passive antennas are usually installed below the ceiling. If they are installed above
the ceiling, you must consider the additional loss due to the ceiling material when
estimating the antenna coverage area.
800/850 MHz Isolation Requirements
When deploying any RF system, give special attention to preventing receiver blocking or desensitization by out-of-band transmitters. Typically, sharp filters in the
receiver front-end will reduce the interfering transmitters to tolerable levels. In select
cases, the interferers may occupy a frequency band that is directly adjacent to the
receiving band and cannot be adequately rejected by filtering. The only recourse in
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850
850
850
Cellular
MHub
FSN-809019-1 RAU
FSN-8519-1 RAU
850
Cellular
RAU
850
EHub
Cellular
these situations is to provide sufficient isolation by physically separating the interfering transmitters and receivers.
iDEN occupies spectrum at both 800 MHz and 900 MHz (Tx:806–825/Rx:851–870
and Tx:896–901/Rx:935–940), while the Cellular A and B carriers share a single 850
MHz block (Tx:869–894/Rx:824–849). The combination of these frequency bands,
800/900 MHz iDEN and 850 MHz Cellular, result in uplink (BTS receive) bands that
are adjacent to downlink (BTS transmit) bands. Figure 7-9 depicts these nearly contiguous bands, with arrows indicating the interfering downlink and receiving uplink
bands.
Figure 7-9
800/850 MHz Spectrum
Installation of an in-building distributed antenna system (DAS) to provide coverage
for both 800/900 MHz iDEN and 850 MHz Cellular must account for these downlink-to-uplink interference issues and provide adequate isolation.
LGC offers the following guidelines toward achieving the proper amount of isolation
when deploying LGC Wireless Unison DAS products.
Figure 7-10
Guideline for Unison RAU Antenna Placement
800 MHz iDEN Downlink and 850 MHz Cellular Uplink
A 2 MHz frequency gap (851 – 849 MHz) separates the 800 iDEN downlink and 850
Cellular uplink frequency bands. Because of this narrow spacing, 800 iDEN downlink intermodulation products may fall within the 850 Cellular uplink band. In addition, 800 iDEN downlink signals near the lower edge of the band at 851 MHz may
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cause the 850 Cellular uplink automatic level control (ALC) circuitry in the RAU to
engage and thereby reduce uplink gain.
To prevent either of these conditions, use the following guidelines:
• Lower frequency 800 iDEN signals < –30dBm for Fusion
Given a typical DAS configuration (4 iDEN carriers, omni-directional antennas, line
of sight), these guidelines translate to an antenna spacing (d1) of 6 – 9 meters.
850 MHz Cellular Downlink and 900 MHz iDEN Uplink
A 2 MHz frequency gap (896 – 894 MHz) separates the 850 Cellular downlink and
900 iDEN uplink frequency bands. Because of this narrow spacing, 850 Cellular
downlink intermodulation products may fall within the 900 iDEN uplink band. In
addition, 850 Cellular downlink signals near the upper edge of the band at 894 MHz
may cause the 900 iDEN uplink ALC to engage and thereby reduce uplink gain.
To prevent either of these conditions, use the following guidelines:
• Upper frequency 850 Cellular signals < –30dBm for Fusion
Given a typical DAS configuration (6 CDMA carriers for Fusion, omni-directional
antennas, line of sight), these guidelines translate to an antenna spacing (d2) of 8-14
meters.
Spacing between RAUs FSN-8519-1 and FSN-809019-1 should be in a range of from
8 to 14 meters.
Connecting the Antenna to the RAU
Connect a passive multi-band antenna to the N connector on the RAU using coaxial
cable with the least amount of loss possible.
CAUTION: Firmly hand-tighten the N connector – DO NOT
over-tighten the connector.
Connecting the CATV Cable
Considerations:
• Verify that the cable has been tested and the test results are recorded. This information is required for the As-Built Document.
• Verify that only captive centerpin 75 Ohm Type-F connectors are used on the solid
copper center conductor CATV 75 Ohm cable.
• Verify that the CATV cable is labeled with:
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• Fusion Main Hub port number being used
• RAU identifier
• Carrier (for multiple operator systems)
To connect the CATV cable:
1.
Connect the CATV cables to the F female port on the RAU according to the label
on the cable.
Power is supplied by the Fusion Main Hub over the CATV cable conductors.
Upon power up, the LEDs will blink for two seconds as a visual check that they
are functioning. After the two-second test:
• The
LINK
LED should be green indicating it is receiving power and communi-
cations from the Fusion Main Hub.
• The
ALARM
LED should be red until the Fusion Main Hub issues the band
command, within about 20 seconds, then it should be green.
2.
Record which cable you are connecting to the RAU (from the label on the cable).
This information is required for the As-Built Document.
3.
Tie-off cables or use the optional cable manager to avoid damaging the connectors
because of cable strain.
7.4.3.1Troubleshooting Using RAU LEDs During Installation
• The
LINK
LED should be green and remain green for longer than 90 seconds. The
ALARM
Table 7-7
During
InstallationLEDStateActionImpact
The RAU is connected
to the Fusion Expansion Hub, which is
powered on
LINK
ALARM
LINK
ALARM
LINK
ALARM
LEDs are red when the system band has not been programmed.
Troubleshooting RAU LEDs During Installation
OffCheck CATV cable.No power to the RAU.
Off
Green• Check CATV cable
Red
Red from
green, after
cables are
connected for
60 seconds
Red
• Check Hub LEDs
Refer to page 7-26, item 2 in
Table 7-6.
• Use AdminBrowser to determine the
problem.
• Check CATV cable.
• Check the Hub LEDs.
• Use AdminBrowser to determine the
problem.
The RAU is off-line.
No communications
between the RAU and the
Hub.
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