Advanced RF Technologies TRILOGUE1 User Manual

Trilogue-1NM

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Version 1.4

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Los Angeles, CA 90041

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Glossary

The following is a list of abbreviations and terms used throughout this
document.

Abbreviation/Term Definition
AGC Automatic Gain Control
ALC Automatic Level Control
AROMS ADRF’ Repeater Operation and Management

System
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CDMA Code Division Multiple Access
CW Continuous Wave (unmodulated signal)
DAS Distributed Antenna System
DL Downlink
Downlink The path covered from the Base Transceiver

Station (BTS) to the subscriber’s service area

via the Repeater
HPA High Power Amplifier
HW Hardware
iDEN Integrated Digital Enhanced Network
IF Intermediate Frequency
LNA Low Noise Amplifier
MS Mobile Station
PLL Phased Locked Loop
PS Power Supply
RF Radio Frequency
SQE Signal Quality Estimate
SW Software
UL Uplink
Uplink The path covered from the subscriber’s service

area to the Base Transceiver Station(BTS) via

the Repeater
VSWR Voltage Standi ng Wave Ratio

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Version 1.4 (Released March 31, 2008)

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Revision History

Version Author Description Date

1.0 Julie Song April 9, 2007

1.1 Julie Song May 11, 2007

1.2 Namchul Lee October 17, 2007

1.3 Namchul Lee Update for UL approval & modem box January 3 , 2008

1.4 Namchul Lee Update for FCC March 31, 2008

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. TRILOGUE-1NM......................................................................................................6

1.1 Introduction........................................................................................................ 6

1.1.1 Highlights............................... .. ........................................ ............................6

1.1.2 Parts List.......................................................................................................7

1.1.3 Repeater Quick View...................... .. ........................................ .................... 8

1.2 Warnings and Hazards .............................................. ... ......................................9

2. TRILOGUE-1NM OVERVIEW............................................................................. 11

2.1 Operation Modes........................................................ ... ..... ...... .. ...... ..... ..... ... ..... ..11

2.1.1 Local Web GUI ................................................ ...... ..... ... ..... ... ..... ..... ... ..... ..11

2.1.1. Remote Web GUI.................................................... ... ...............................11

2.2 Switches & Indicators................................ ........................................ .................. 12

2.2.1 LEDs........................................................................................................... 12

2.2.2 AC Power Switch & DC Power Port for External Modem Box ................ 13

2.2.3 Mode Selection Switch and Ethernet Port..................................................13

2.3 Installation............................. ........................................ .......................................14

2.3.1 Tools........................................................................................................... 14

2.3.2 Procedure.................................................................................................... 14

2.3.3 Grounding............................ ... ........................................ ............................16

2.3.4 Antenna Separation/Isolation.............................. .......................................17

2.3.5 Line of Sight...............................................................................................18

3. TRILOGUE-1NM AROMS SETUP ...................................................................... 19

3.1 Repeater/PC Connection Using AROMS ............................................. ..... ... ..... ..19

3.2 Repeater Status........................... ...... .. ...... ..... ... ..... ... ..... ..... ... ..... ... ..... ...... .. ...... ....21

3.3 Control...................................... ..... ... ..... ..... ... ..... ... ..... ...... .. ...... ..... ... ..... ..... ... ..... ..25

3.3.1 General Setting............... ........................................ ....................................26

3.3.2 Manual Gain Control.................................................................................. 26

3.3.3 System ........................................................................................................26

3.3.4 Heartbeat Time................. ........................................ ..................................27

3.3.5 Alarm Setting.......................................................................... .. .................. 27

3.4 Install.................................. ... ........................................ .......................................28

3.4.1 Band Selection............................. ... ........................................ .................... 29

3.4.2 SNMP.........................................................................................................30

3.4.3 Location......................................................................................................31

3.4.4 Static IP/ Dynamic IP..................... .. .......................................................... 31

3.4.5 Repeater............................................ ........................................ .................. 31

3.4.6 Repeater Location................................................... .. ..................................31

3.4.7 Repeater Installer Info................................................. ...............................31

3.4.8 Date & Time............................................................................................. ..31

3.5 System................................................................................................... ............... 32

4. MAINTENANCE GUIDE FOR TRILOGUE-1NM.............................................34

4.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist................................ ..................................... ... ....... 34

4.2 Preventive Measures for Optimal Operation......................... ...............................34

4.2.1 Recommendations .................................. ........................................ ............ 34

4.2.2 Precautions.................................................................................................. 34

5. WARRANTY AND REPAIR POLICY .................................................. ... ..... ..... ..35

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5.1 General Warranty..... ..... ..... ... ..... ...... ..... ... ..... ..... ... ..... ...... .. ...... ..... ... ..... ..... ... ..... ..35

5.2 Limitations of Warranty........................................ ........................................ ... .... 35

5.3 Limitation of Damages............................................... ... .......................................35

5.4 No Consequential Damages.......................... ..... ...... .. ...... ..... ..... ... ..... ...... .. ...... ....35

5.5 Additional Limitation on Warranty......................................................................35

5.6 Return Material Authorization (RMA) ................................................................ 35

APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................... ... .... 36

A.1 Electrical Specifications...................................................................................... 36

A.2 Mechanical Specifications................................................................................... 37

A.3 Environmental Specifications..............................................................................37

A.4 Power Specifications...........................................................................................38

A.5 Other Specifications.................. ........................................ ... ...............................38

APPENDIX B: MECHANICAL DRAWING .................................................... ... ....... 39

APPENDIX C: TRILOGUE-1NM OVERVIEW ........................................................ 40

C.1 Block Diagram...................................... ........................................ .......................40

- 1 Layer [iDEN] -.............................................................................................. 40

- 2 Layer [CDMA] -........................................................................................... 40

C.2 Components......................................................................................................... 41

- 1 Layer [iDEN] -.............................................................................................. 41

- 2 Layer [CDMA] -........................................................................................... 42

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1. Trilogue-1NM

1.1 Introduction

Trilogue-1NM is a tri-band (PCS 1900 MHz, iDEN 800 & 900 MHz) RF repeater
which enhances in-building wireless coverage in the most effective and cost
efficient way. For its intelligent design and versatility, the Trilogue-1NM is the
ideal choice for wireless coverage problems indoors. Trilogue-1NM can be used
as a stand-alone repeater with passive antennas connected to it or it can also be
used as a feeder repeater to a DAS (Distributed Antenna System).

1.1.1 Highlights

• Covers the 65 MHz PCS band (including G band) for CDMA, and Dual
iDEN bands (800 & 900 MHz) for iDEN.

CDMA:

• Covers the 65 MHz PCS band including G band

• Supports up to three (3) non-contiguous band combinatio ns

• Supports up to six (6) different instantaneous bandwidths;
5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 MHz

• 24 dBm composite output power

• 80 dB gain

• 40 dB AGC Range @ 0.5 dB Step

• Sharp out-of-band rejection; 50 dBc @ 1 MHz Sub-band edge

• Automated installation

• Web GUI via DHCP

• Remote Monitoring Capability using External Modem Box (MBOX-DET1)

iDEN:

• Dual Band Repeater (800 & 900 MHz)

• 25 dBm Composite Output Power

• 65 dB gain

• 25 dB AGC Range @ 0.5 dB Step

• Excellent Out of Band Rejection Characteristics with Sharp Roll-Offs

@ 65 dBc

• Re-Banding Capability via Digital Filte r ing

• Band Adjustable Option @ 200 kHz Step

• Automated installation

• Web GUI via DHCP

• Remote Monitoring Capability using External Modem Box (MBOX-DET1)

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1.1.2 Parts List

Label Qty Description

A 1 Trilogue-1NM Repeater
B 1 AC Power Cable
C 1 Ethernet Cable (cross over)
D 1 Ground Cable
E 6 Anchor Bolts

F 1 CD**

Table 1 – Parts List

A

B DC E F

** CD includes: (1) Trilogue-1NM User Manual & (2) Trilogue-1NM Quick Start

Guide

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Figure 1 – Trilogue-1NM Repeater Parts List

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1.1.3 Repeater Quick View

Display LED
(Page11)

Upper Guard Screw
(Page14)

Bracket Screw
(Page14)

Lower Guard Screw
(Page14)

Ground Hole
(Page16)

Figure 2 – Trilogue-1NM Front & Side Views

CDMA Donor Antenna Port
(Page17)

iDEN Donor Antenna Port
(Page17)

Server Antenna Port
(Page17)

Power switch

(page12)

Power port

for mode m box

Anchor Bolt
Hole (page14)

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Wall Mounting
Bracket (page14)

Figure 3 – Trilogue-1NM Back & Bottom Views

Mode Selection
Switch (page12)

Ethernet Port (page12)

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1.2 Warnings and Hazards

WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK

Opening the Trilogue-1NM could result in electric shock and may
cause severe injury.

WARNING! EXPOSURE TO RF

Working with the repeater while in operation, may expose the
technician to RF electromagnetic fields that exceed FCC rules for
human exposure. Visit the FCC website at
to learn more about the effects of exposure to RF electromagnetic
fields.

www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety

WARNING! DAMAGE TO REPEATER

Operating the Trilogue-1NM with antennas in very close
proximity facing each other could lead to severe damage to

the repeater.

RF EXPOSURE & ANTENNA PLACEMENT Guidelines

Actual separation distance is determined upon gain of antenna used.
Please maintain a minimum safe distance of at least 40 cm while operating near the
donor and the server antennas. Also, the donor antenna needs to be mounted

outdoors on a permanent structure.

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WARRANTY

Opening or tampering the Trilogue-1NM will void all warranties.

Lithium Battery : CAUTION. RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS.

Ethernet Instructions: This equipment is for indoor use only. All cabling should be
limited to inside the building.

FCC Part 15 Class A

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.

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2. Trilogue-1NM Overview

2.1 Operation Modes

2.1.1 Local Web GUI

Host Mode

This mode should be selected only if a Trilogue-1NM

is used alone without

being connected to any other device functioning as a host.

Simply connect one end of the Ethernet cable on the repeater monitor port and
the other end on the PC’s LAN port. After doing so, launch the Microsoft
Internet Browser (Internet Explorer) and the Local Web GUI will be launched
through typing the IP address (http://192.168.63.1/home.asp

)

2.1.1. Remote Web GUI

Remote Mode

This mode should be selected if an external modem box (MBOX-DET1) is
being installed along with the Trilogue-1NM
case, the Trilogue-1NM

works as a remote unit sending its information to the

for monitoring purposes. In this

collocated external modem box.

Note: ADRF’s Web GUI has not been developed for Microsoft Internet Explorer and other
web browsers (e.g. Netscape, FireFox, Mozilla, etc.) may not be compatible. ADRF’s Web
GUI has not been tested with Microsoft Internet Explorer versions higher than 6.0.

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2.2 Switches & Indicators

2.2.1 LEDs

Trilogue- 1NM ha s fi ve LEDs on the front panel of the repeat e r as s hown
below in Figure 4.

Figure 4 – Trilogue-1NM Repeater LED View

POWER

If the LED is lit GREEN, it indicates that there is AC power to the repeater

SOFT FAIL

If the LED is lit YELLOW, it indicates that there is a soft fail alarm in the
system. The detailed alarm information can be viewed vi a the local web GUI.
In the event of a soft fail alarm, the repeater will still function, but the alarm
needs to be addressed prom ptly.

HARD FAIL

If the LED is lit RED, it indicates that there is a hard fail alarm in the system.
The detailed alarm information ca n be viewed via the local web GUI. In the
event of a hard fail alarm, the repeater will not function and immediate
attention is required.

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2.2.2 AC Power Switch & DC Power Port for External Modem Box

The AC Power on/off switch is located on the bottom of repeater (Figure 5).
The switch should be powered on after the repeater has been installed properly.

The DC Power Port can be used to provide power to the optional External
Modem Box (Figure 5).

Figure 5 – Trilogue-1NM Repeater Power Switch

2.2.3 Mode Selection Switch and Ethernet Port

The Ethernet ports and the mode selection switch for DHCP are located on the
bottom of the repeater as shown below in Figure 6. The mode selection
switch has two modes: Host Mode & Rem ote Mo de.

Figure 6 –

Ethernet Port & Mode Selection Switch

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2.3 Installation

2.3.1 Tools

No special tools or equipments are needed to install the Trilogue-1NM

2.3.2 Procedure

Six mounting holes are located on the wall-mounting bracket to attach it to the
wall. The wall bracket must be securely attached to sufficiently carry the
weight of the Trilogue-1NM, which is bolted to the wall bracket through the
four aligned mounting ho les.

The following steps should be followed while mounting the repeate r:

Installation Procedure

① Take the Tril ogue-1NM out of the box
② Using the four anchor bolts, mount the bracket on the wall
③ Make sure the bracket is securely mounted
④ Slightly tilt the repeater and mount the repeater onto the wall as shown in

the picture. Hook the upper 2 guard screws first and then slide/push in
the lower 2 guard screws into the place.

⑤ Make sure the Trilogue-1NM is securely placed onto the wall bracket
⑥ Fasten the 8 bracket screws back properly
⑦ Inspect that everything is secure

* Rack Mount option is also available. Please contact ADRF for additional
information.

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Figure 7 – Repeater Mounting Instructions

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2.3.3 Grounding

A ground cable is included in the packagin g and should be properly connected
to the repeater as shown below.

Figure 8 – Ground Cable Connection

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2.3.4 Antenna Separation/Isolation

Separation between the antennas is necessary to prevent oscillation.
Oscillation occurs when the signal entering the system continually reenters,
due to the lack of separation between the donor and server antennas. In other
words, the signal is being fed back into the system. This creates a constant
amplification of the same signal. As a result, the noise level rises above the
signal level.

Server

Figure 9 – RF Repeater Oscillation

To prevent feedback, the donor and server antennas must be separated by an
appropriate distance to provide sufficient isolation. Isolation is attaine d b y
separating antennas a sufficient distance so that the output of one antenna does
not reach the input of the other. This distance is dependent on the gain of the
repeater.

A sufficient isolation val ue is 1 3 ~ 1 5 d B greater than the maximum gain of
the repeater. For example, if the gain of the repeater is 50 dB, then an
isolation of 63 ~ 65 dB or greater is required. In the same manner, because
the Trilogue-1NM has a maximum gain of 80 dB, it requires an isolation of at
least 93 ~ 95 dB.

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2.3.5 Line of Sight

The donor antenna which points towards the base station typically has a
narrow beam antenna pattern. As a result, a slight deviation away from the
direction of the BTS can lead to less than optimum results. In addition,
obstacles between the repeater and the BTS may impair the repeater from
obtaining any BTS signal. As a result, the repeater cannot transmit signal to
the coverage area. Therefore, a direct line of sight to the BTS for the donor
antenna is vital to the function of a repea ter. For the same reason, placing the
server antenna in direct line of sight of the coverage area is also necessary.

Figure 10 - Direct Line of Sight to the BTS

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3. Trilogue-1NM AROMS Setup

3.1 Repeater/PC Connection Using AROMS

i) Wait until the Power LED is lit in green. Connect the LAN cable between the

laptop’s Ethernet port and the repeater’s Ethernet port.

Note: Under Local Area Connection in Network Settings, make sure to select
Obtain an IP address automatically under Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) properties.

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ii) Launch MS Internet Explorer (Version 6.0)

Note: ADRF’s Web GUI has not been tested for compatibility with any other web
browsers (e.g. Netscape, FireFox, Mozilla, etc.).

iii) Type the following IP address into the address bar of MS Internet Explorer:

http://192.168.63.1/home.asp

iv) The following login screen will appear:

If you are not the Super-User, plea se type in your assigned username & password
which you should have received from the Super-User.

The default username and passwo rd for the General User is adrf & adrf,
respectively.

If the username & password is typed in incorrectly, the following screen will
appear:

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3.2 Repeater Status

If you click on Status tab, the following window will appear:

In this window, the user can view the following:
(To change any parameters, e.g., PCS Sub-Bands, Instantaneous Band Width,

Gain Settings, AGC Level, etc., you must go to the Install or the Control
window.)

By clicking the CDMA button, the u ser can check the status of the CDMA
subsystem. The CDMA button turns black and the iDEN button turns gray.

- CDMA Band: Will display the center frequencies of the 1900 MHz

spectrums on the downlink an d u p link respectively.

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- Power & Gain(CDMA): Will display the repeater input, gain and output

power on the downlink and uplink.

Parameters Range Step Size

DL/UL Output Power -10 ~ 24 dBm 0.1 dB

DL/UL Input Power -12 ~ - 97 dBm 0.1 dB

Gain 40 ~ 80 dB 0.5 dB

Table 2 – The displayed value ranges on the CDMA status.

By clicking the iDEN button, the user can check the status of the iDEN subsystem.
The iDEN button turns black and the CDMA button turns gray.

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- iDEN Band: Will display the center frequencies of the 8 0 0 an d 9 00 MHz

spectrums on the downlink an d u p link respectively.

- Power and Gain(iDEN): Will display the repeater input, gain and output

power on the downlink and uplink, except only uplink input.

Parameters Range Step Size

DL/UL Output Power -10 ~ 25 dBm 0.1 dB

DL Input Power -10~ -95 dBm 0.1 dB

Gain 40 ~ 65 dB 0.5 dB

Table 3 – The displayed value ranges on the iDEN status

- Alarm: Will display five alarm s with three different status conditions (Normal,

Soft Fail or Hard Fail). ‘Under Current’, ‘Over Temperature’, and ‘VSWR at
Server’ are common alarms for Trilogue-1NM itself. But ‘RSSI at donor’ and
‘RF Power’ are respective alarms for iDEN and CDMA.

- Message Board (CDMA): Will show up to recent 20 log messages for

CDMA operation (alarms) & Heartbeats on the CDMA statu s window.

- Message Board (iDEN): Will show up to recent 20 log messages for iDEN

operation (alarms) & Heartbeats on the iDEN status window.

- Installation (CDMA): Will display CDMA repeater’s installation status (Not

Installed or Installed).

- Installation (iDEN): Will display iDEN repeater’s installation status (Not

Installed or Installed).

- Repeater Info: Will display the Trilogue-1NM’s serial number, and location

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information (latitude and longitude coordinates).

- Repeater Location: Will display the address where the Trilogu e-1NM is

installed.

- Technical Support: Will display ADRF’s technical support contact

information.

- Installer Contact Info: Will display the installer’s name, phone and e-mail

address.

Note: Once successfully logged in, the repeater model name and the site/cascade
ID will be displayed on the top of all the windows.

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3.3 Control

If you click on Control window at CDMA, the following window will ap pea r :

3.3.1

3.3.3

3.3.4

3.3.2

3.3.5

If you click on Control window at iDEN, the following window will appear:

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At these windows, the user can adjust the following parameters:

3.3.1 General Setting

CDMA

- Automatic Gain Control (Default mode is Off)

- Downlink HPA on/off (Default mode is On)

- Uplink HPA on/off (Default mode is On)

- Uplink Tracking Mode on/off (Default mode is Off)

iDEN

- Automatic Gain Control (Default mode is Off)

- Downlink HPA on/off (Default mode is On)

- Uplink HPA on/off (Default mode is On)

- Uplink Tracking Mode on/off (Default mode is Off)

3.3.2 Manual Gain Control

- Downlink Gain Control

CDMA: 40 to 80 dB @ 0.5 dB step
iDEN: 40 to 65 dB @ 0.5 dB step

- Uplink Gain Control

CDMA: 40 to 80 dB @ 0.5 dB step
iDEN: 40 to 65 dB @ 0.5 dB step

- Downlink AGC Level

CDMA: 0 to 24 dBm @ 0.5 dB step, default value: 24 dBm
iDEN: 15 to 25 dBm @ 0.5 dB step, default valu e: 2 5 dBm

- Uplink AGC Level

CDMA: 0 to 24 dBm @ 0.5 dB step, default value: 24 dBm
iDEN: 15 to 25 dBm @ 0.5 dB step, default valu e: 2 5 dBm

- Uplink Tracking Offset
CDMA: (0 to 10 dB @ 0.5 dB step, default valu e is 3 dB)

iDEN: (0 to 10 dB @ 0.5 dB step, default value is 3 dB)

3.3.3 System

- If you click the Reboot button, the following message box will appear:

When the system reboots, the last settings for CDMA and iDEN will be saved.

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- If you click the Factory Setting buttons for CDMA and iDEN respective ly,
the following message boxes wi ll appear:

Factory setting will erase the saved settings by the user and change all the
parameters to the factory default settings.

When you click the CDMA Factory Setting;

When you click the iDEN Factory Setting;

3.3.4 Heartbeat Time

- Heartbeat on and off (Default mode is On)

- Heartbeat periodic time

(Range: 1 to 59 min @ 1 min step, de fa ult period is 20 min)

3.3.5 Alarm Setting

CDMA

- RSSI Alarm at Donor (-100 ~ -50 dBm @ 0.5 dB step,
default value is -85 dBm)

- RF Power Alarm (2 ~ 10 dB @ 0.5 dB step, default value is 6 dB)

iDEN

- RSSI Alarm at Donor (-95 ~ -50 dBm @ 0.5 dB step,
default value is -75 dBm)

- RF Power Alarm (2 ~ 10 dB @ 0.5 dB step, default value is 6 dB)

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3.4 Install

If you click on the Install window for CDMA, the following window will appear:

3.4.6

3.4.4

3.4.1.1

3.4.7

3.4.2

3.4.3

3.4.1.2

3.4.5

3.4.8

If you click on the Install window for iDEN, the following window will appear:

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3.4.1 Band Selection

Simply click on the desired operating bandwidth. The selected band will be
highlighted in blue. To deselect, cl ick again on the undesired band. The
deselected band will turn back gray. Please see below Band Selection screen
shot.

3.4.1.1 CDMA Band Selection

The CDMA subsystem of the Trilogue-1NM has three (3) independent RF
paths:
Path 1 supports 5 MHz bandwidth;
Path 2 supports 5 or 10 MHz bandwidths; and
Path 3 supports 5 or 15 MHz bandwidths.

One can use only one Path (single band: Path 1, Pa th 2 or Path 3), any of the
two Paths (Two contiguous or non-contiguous sub-bands: Path 1 and Path 2,
Path 2 and Path 3, Path 1 and Path 3), or all three Paths (Three conti g uo us or
non-contiguous sub-bands : Path1, Path 2 and Path 3). Therefore, the
instantaneous bandwidths that the Trilogue-1NM support are 5, 10, 15, 20, 25
or 30 MHz.

The following Band Selection show s that A1 (5 MHz) is selected in Path 1,
A3+D (10 MHz) is selected in Path 2, and the entire B band (15 MHz) is
selected in Path 3. With this setting, Trilogue-1NM amplifies A1+A3+B
bands.

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3.4.1.2 iDEN Band Selection

The iDEN subsystem of the Trilogue-1NM covers dual bands (800 and 900
MHz paths) and can support rebanding via software.
Simply c lick the desired band. The selected band will be high l ighted in b lue.
See below iDEN Band Selection screen shot.

SMR 800: There are five (6) bandwidth options:

DOWN UP

18.0 MHz 851 ~ 869 806 ~ 824

17.8 MHz 851 ~ 868.8 806 ~ 823.8

17.6 MHz 851 ~ 868.6 851 ~ 823.6

7.0 MHz 862 ~ 869 817 ~ 824

6.8 MHz 862 ~ 868.8 817 ~ 823. 8

6.6 MHz 862 ~ 868.6 817 ~ 823. 6

SMR 900: There are three (3) bandwidth options:

DOWN UP

5.0 MHz 935 ~ 940 896 ~ 901

4.8 MHz 935 ~ 939.8 896 ~ 900. 8

4.6 MHz 935 ~ 939.6 896 ~ 900. 6

3.4.2 SNMP

Type in the assigned Site/Cascade ID and Manager IP Address.
Default Site ID is ADRF.
Default Manager IP address is 100.10.10.100

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3.4.3 Location

Please type in the location information (Latitude & Longitude) where the
repeater is installed. If there are no location information with latitude and
longitude, any heartbeat will not be sent out to NOC (Network Operation
Center).

3.4.4 Static IP/ Dynamic IP

Will display the Repeater’s Static IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway.
This information is necessary when using the Repeater in conjunction with the
External Modem Box (MBOX-DET1). Default values are:

Repeater IP: 192.168.63.5
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.63.254

3.4.5 Repeater

There are two Repeater Install buttons for CDMA and iDEN, respectively.
Please click the Install button to automatically setup the repeater on both
Install windows.

It may take up to 3 minute s to complete the CDMA(or iDEN) install. You
will see a gradual progress bar display. After the process is completed, a pop­up window will display “Installation Successfully Completed” messa

lick on Status window, the Installation box now changes from “Not

C

Installed” to “Installed

.”

ge.

If the Trilogue-1NM detects a problem during the installation process, it will
show a prompt message, e.g., “Low RSSI.” Please follow the instructions an d
address the problem to finish the installation process.
If the problem persists, please contac t our technical support.

3.4.6 Repeater Location

Please type in the physical address where the repeater is installed.

3.4.7 Repeater Installer Info

Please type in the installer’s name, phone number and e-mail address for
technical support.

3.4.8 Date & Time

Sets the date and time for the internal cl oc k ( required for Log Messages)

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3.5 System

If you click on the System window, the following window will appear:

Note: If you are the Super-User, you will see account management section under
the System Window. If you are a local user, you will not be able to see the
account management portion.

Super-User

Only the Super-User can add, delete and modify a user. The following window
illustrates how a new user can be added b y si mply clicking on New Account.

Administrator

The following window illustrates how a new administrator can be added by
simply clicking on Administrator.

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Firmware Upgrade

If you click on Firmware Upgrade, the following window will appear. You can
browse through your PC and locate the firmware file. Once it’s selected, simply
click on Update and it’ll upload the desired firmware automatically and close the
session. You will need to re-login again.

After the firmware update process in done, you will see the following pop-up
window.

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4. Maintenance Guide for Trilogue-1NM

4.1 Periodic Inspection Checklist
a. Check for loose connections betw een the repeater and antennas. If

connections are loose, make sur e that all connections are tightly fastened
properly.

b. Cables and connectors are in good condition.
c. Ensure that the repeater brackets are in good condition and that the repeater

is securely fastened.

4.2 Preventive Measures for Optimal Operation

4.2.1 Recommendations

• Perform the Periodic Inspecti on Checklist quarterly or semiannually.

4.2.2 Precautions

• Do not operate t h e re pe a t er with the antennas in extremely close proximity

to one another as this may cause damage to the repeater.

• Do not change the parameters unless instructed to do so by an authorized

supervisor.

• Do not move the repeater unless instructed to do so by an authorized

supervisor.

• Do not detach any cables to the repeater unless repair of respective

components is necessary.

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5. Warranty and Repair Policy

5.1 General Warranty
The Trilogue-1NM carries a Standard Warranty period of five (5) years unless
indicated otherwise on the package or in the acknowledgment of the purchase
order.

5.2 Limitations of War ra nt y
Your exclusive remedy for any defective p roduct is limited to the repair or
replacement of the defective product. Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. may elect
which remedy or combination of remedies to provide in its sole disc retion.
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. shall have a reasonable time after determining
that a defective product exists to repair or replace the problem unit. Advanced RF
Technologies, Inc. warranty applies to repaired or replaced products for the
balance of the applicable period of t he o r iginal warranty or ninety days from the
date of shipment of a repaired or replaced product, whichever is longer.

5.3 Limitation of Damages
The liability for any defective product shall in no event exceed the purchase price
for the defective product.

5.4 No Consequential Damages
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. has no liability for general, consequential,
incidental or special damages.

5.5 Additional Limitation on Warranty
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. standard warranty does not cover products
which have been received improperl y packaged, altered, or physically dam aged.
For example, broken warranty seal, labels exhibiting tampering, physically abused
enclosure, broken pins on co n ne ctors, any modifications made without Adva nc ed
RF Technologies, Inc. authorization, will void all warranty.

5.6 Return Material Authorization (RMA)
No product may be returned directly to Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. without
first getting an approval from Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. If it is determined
that the product may be defective, you will be given an RMA number and
instructions in how to return the product. An unauthorized return, i.e., one for
which an RMA number has not been issued, will be returned to you at your
expense. Authorized returns are to be shipped to the address on the RMA in an
approved shipping container. You will be given our courier information. It is
suggested that the original box and packaging materials should be ke p t if an
occasion arises where a defective product needs to be shipped back to Advanced
RF Technologies, Inc. To request an RMA, please call [phone] or send an
email to [e-mail].

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Appendix A: Specifications

A.1 Electrical Specifications

Parameters

SMR800 851~869 MHz

Downlink

Frequency

Range

SMR900 935~940 MHz
SMR800 806~824 MHz

Uplink

SMR900 896~901 MHz

Frequency Error

Band Selection N/A

Band

Reconfiguration

Adjustable band

edge

Downlink 851~869 MHz Î 862~869 MHz

Uplink 806~824 MHz Î 817~824 MHz

SMR800

Downlink

SMR900

Downlink

Default: 869 MHz
Adjust: 868.8 MHz, 868.6 MHz
Default: 940 MHz
Adjust: 939.8 MHz, 939.6 MHz

Full band

Gain Flatness

Each band
Maximum 65 dB 80 dB

Specifications

SMR800/900 PCS1900

1930~1995 MHz

1850~1915 MHz

≤ ±0.05 ppm ≤ ±0.05 ppm

5/10 MHz+5/15 MHz

+5 MHz

N/A

N/A

≤ ±1.25 dB ≤ ±1.25 dB
≤ ±1.25 dB ≤ ±1.25 dB

Remarks

Gain

Step 0.5 dB 0.5 dB

Range 25 dB 40 dB
Tolerance
Downlink 25 dBm 24 dBm

Output

Uplink 25 dBm 24 dBm

ALC

(SQE Degradation)

≤ ±0.5 dB ≤ ±0.5 dB

≤ 20% @25 dB ALC

N/A

≤ 10% @15 dB ALC

Composite

power

AGC Control Error N/A AGC ± 0.5 dB
Spurious emissions

OIP3

Inter modulation

Roll offs

Delay

≤ -15 dBm

≥ 45 dBm

≤ -105 dBm

> 65dBc @ 0.5 MHz outside

Passband

≤ 8 us ≤ 5 us

> 50 dBc @ 1 MHz

outside passband

N/A
N/A

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Noise Figure

VSWR

Coupling for Modem

≤ 8 dB @max gain ≤ 4.5 dB @max gain

≤ 1.5:1 ≤ 1.5:1

15 ± 2 dB

A.2 Mechanical Specifications

Parameters Specifications Remarks

Cabinet Wall Mounting
Casing Class IP 20 Minimum Indoor Type
Weight 72.75 lbs
Size 13.95 x 19.5 x 10.58 Inches
Color 7414B

Input/output N Female

Connector
Type

Cooling Air Convection

Ethernet RJ45 Female
Frame ground Hex Nut(M6)

Rack Mount Bracket 19” Provide an option
Plenum Option Plenum rated device Provide an option

A.3 Environmental Specifications

Parameters Specifications Remarks

Operating Temperature

-10 ~ +50℃

Relative humidity 5~90%, non-condensing
dust Industrial dust per Telcordia GR63 core
Cooling Method Convection Cooling (No fan)

Ambient

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A.4 Power Specifications

Parameters Specifications Remark

AC Power 100~130 VAC
AC Frequency 45~65 Hz
AC Supply Protection Fuse

DC Power Option
Power Consumption

-40 ~ -60 VDC or
+20 ~ 30 VDC

≤ 205 W

Change Power
Supply Module

Ground External threaded stud

A.5 Other Specifications

Parameters Specifications Remarks

MTBF > 100,000 hours

UL 60950
FCC CFR47 part 24

Certificates

FCC CFR47 part 15
FCC CFR47 part 90

Warranty 5 Years

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Appendix B: Mechanical Drawing

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Appendix C: Trilogue-1NM Overview

C.1 Block Diagram

- 1 Layer [iDEN] -

- 2 Layer [CDMA] -

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C.2 Components

- 1 Layer [iDEN] -

Quad plexer

UP/Down Converter

Controller

Noise Filter

Digital Filter

Power Supply

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- 2 Layer [CDMA] -

Adapter for modem box

Server Port

Combiner

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iDEN Donor Port CDMA Donor Port

CDMA Duplexer

Controller

UP/Down Converter

Power port for modem box

Downlink UDC

Uplink UDC

DHCP Sub Board

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Power Supply

It provides DC power to each module within the repeater.

Controller

It is responsible for monitoring the status of each module and controls the
parameters.

Down Converter Module

The downlink RF signal that enters through the cavity filter is converted to IF
frequency, which is later converted back to RF frequency through SAW filtering .

Up Converter Module

The uplink RF signal that enters through the cavity filter is converted to IF
frequency, which is later converted back to RF frequency through SAW filtering .

Duplexer

It consists of two BPFs (band-pass filters): PCS TX (1930 ~ 1995 MHz) & RX
(1850 ~ 1915 MHz)

HPA

It receives the output signal from the Up/Down converter module and amplifies
the signal to the repeater’s rated maximum power level.

Modem Box Adapter

Adapter for modem box

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