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BLiNQ Networks Inc.

X-1200 Intelligent Wireless Backhaul System

Installation Guide

Release 1.0

Issue 01 D1

April 2014

BLiNQ Networks Inc. X-1200 System Installation Guide Release 1.0

Date

Issue

Reason for Issue

August 2013

01

Early Availability

January 2014

1.0

Final Document

April 2014

1.0 D1

Label Update (Approvals); Compliance update including Antenna

Contact Information:

BLiNQ Networks Inc.
400 March Road, Suite 240
Ottawa, ON K2K 3H4

Web Site:

http://www.blinqnetworks.com

Sales Inquiries:

Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] x280

Customer Support:

Web: http://www.blinqnetworks.com/support
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] x270

Revision History

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Table of Contents

1 Important Safety and Service Notices ..........................................................................................1

1.1 Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................ 1

1.2 Important Service and Warranty Information .............................................................................. 1

1.3 Overvoltage (Lightning/Surge) Protection .................................................................................... 2

2 System Description .....................................................................................................................4

3 Flowchart: Installation Process Overview ....................................................................................7

4 Required Installation Items .........................................................................................................8

5 Site Preparation........................................................................................................................ 11

5.1 Operating Sector Frequency Check ............................................................................................. 11

5.2 HM and RBM Pre-Installation Checks and Service Provisioning ................................................. 11

6 Installing the Modules (General) ............................................................................................... 13

6.1 General Safety Information ........................................................................................................ 13

6.2 Equipment Distance and Orientation ......................................................................................... 14

6.2.1 Hub Modules ....................................................................................................................... 14

6.2.2 Remote Backhaul Modules ................................................................................................. 14

6.3 Mounting to a Pole or Wall ......................................................................................................... 14

6.3.1 Attaching Pole Clamps to Mounting Bracket ...................................................................... 14

6.3.2 Mounting with U- or V-Clamps ........................................................................................... 16

6.3.3 Mounting with Steel Straps................................................................................................. 17

6.3.4 Mounting onto a Wall ......................................................................................................... 18

6.4 Assembling the Module Brackets ............................................................................................... 19

6.4.1 Attach Elevation Bracket ..................................................................................................... 19

6.4.2 Attach Azimuth Bracket ...................................................................................................... 21

6.5 Installing the Power Supply Unit (Optional) ............................................................................... 23

6.5.1 Installing the PSU Bracket ................................................................................................... 23

6.5.2 Installing the Power Supply Unit ......................................................................................... 24

6.6 Installing the Module onto a Mounting Bracket ......................................................................... 26

6.7 Grounding and Overvoltage Protection Instructions .................................................................. 28

6.7.1 Installing the Grounding Cable ............................................................................................ 28

6.7.2 Installing the Lightning/Surge Arrestor ............................................................................... 29

6.8 Connecting to DC Power ............................................................................................................. 31

6.9 Verifying Basic Installation .......................................................................................................... 33

6.10 Connecting to the Ethernet Backhaul Network .......................................................................... 34

6.10.1 Connecting to the RJ45 Ethernet Port ................................................................................ 34

6.10.2 Connecting to the SFP Port ................................................................................................. 36

6.11 Cable Management ..................................................................................................................... 36

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7 Installing the Hub Module ......................................................................................................... 38

7.1 Adjusting the Hub Module .......................................................................................................... 38

7.2 Assembling the Beam Steering Antenna (If Required) ............................................................... 41

7.2.1 Installing the Bracket on to the Beam Steering Antenna ................................................... 41

7.2.2 Mounting the Antenna Assembly on to HM ....................................................................... 42

7.2.3 Connections for Antenna and Hub...................................................................................... 44

8 Installing the Remote Backhaul Module .................................................................................... 46

8.1 Using the BSI Feature and Adjusting the Module ....................................................................... 46

9 System and Network Provisioning ............................................................................................. 51

10 Appendix .................................................................................................................................. 52

10.1 BLiNQ Wireless Devices and RF Safety/Les appareils sans fil BLiNQ et la sécurité RF................ 52

10.2 Equipment Compliance ............................................................................................................... 54

10.2.1 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notices ......................................................... 54

10.2.2 Industry Canada Notice ....................................................................................................... 54

10.2.3 Bonded Network ................................................................................................................. 54

10.3 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................................................... 55

10.4 List of Acronyms .......................................................................................................................... 57

List of Figures

Figure 1 Module Casing Labels .................................................................................................................................... 2

Figure 2 Hub Module ................................................................................................................................................... 6

Figure 3 Remote Backhaul Module .............................................................................................................................. 6

Figure 4 Pole/Wall Mount Bracket............................................................................................................................. 15

Figure 5 Attaching Pole Clamps to Pole/Wall Mount Bracket ................................................................................... 15

Figure 6 Attaching Assembled Pole/Wall Mount Bracket to Pole with U-Clamp or V-Clamp.................................... 17

Figure 7 Attaching Assemble Pole/Wall Mount Bracket to Pole with Straps ............................................................ 18

Figure 8 Attaching Assembled Pole/Wall Mount Bracket to Wall ............................................................................. 19

Figure 9 Elevation Bracket and Associated Hardware ............................................................................................... 20

Figure 10 Elevation Bracket Mounting Position ......................................................................................................... 20

Figure 11 Attaching Elevation Bracket to Back of Module ........................................................................................ 21

Figure 12 Azimuth Bracket and Associated Hardware ............................................................................................... 21

Figure 13 Attaching Azimuth Bracket to Elevation Bracket on Module ..................................................................... 22

Figure 14 PSU Mounting Bracket ............................................................................................................................... 23

Figure 15 Attaching PSU Bracket to Back of Module ................................................................................................. 24

Figure 16 Power Supply Unit (PSU) ............................................................................................................................ 24

Figure 17 PSU Bracket PSU Mounting Studs .............................................................................................................. 25

Figure 18 Power Connection via the PSU................................................................................................................... 26

Figure 19 Module with PSU Installed. ........................................................................................................................ 26

Figure 20 Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Locknut Hardware ............................................................................................ 26

Figure 21 Unit Installed onto the Pole/Wall Mount Bracket ..................................................................................... 27

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Figure 22 Module with Grounding Lug ...................................................................................................................... 29

Figure 23 Wiring of Lightning/Surge Arrester (Sold by BLiNQ Networks) .................................................................. 31

Figure 24 HM and RBM LED States ............................................................................................................................ 33

Figure 25 Ethernet Connector Encased in Environmental Housing ........................................................................... 34

Figure 26 Ethernet Connector Assembly - Separated ................................................................................................ 35

Figure 27 Module Cable Management ...................................................................................................................... 37

Figure 28 Hub Module Showing All Connectors ........................................................................................................ 38

Figure 29 HM Horizontal Plane Adjustment via Azimuth Bracket ............................................................................. 39

Figure 30 HM Vertical Plane Adjustment via Elevation Bracket ................................................................................ 39

Figure 31 HM Theta Adjustment Via Elevation Bracket Mounting Holes .................................................................. 40

Figure 32 HM Down-tilt Adjustment with Antenna Mount ....................................................................................... 40

Figure 33 Beam Steering Antenna Mounting Bracket ............................................................................................... 41

Figure 34 Hub Module Antenna Mounting Holes ...................................................................................................... 43

Figure 35 Antenna attached to a Hub Module .......................................................................................................... 43

Figure 36 Beam Steering Antenna RF Connections ................................................................................................... 44

Figure 37 RF Connections on the Hub Module .......................................................................................................... 44

Figure 38 RBM Module Showing All Connectors ....................................................................................................... 46

Figure 39 RBM Horizontal Plane Adjustment via Azimuth Bracket ........................................................................... 48

Figure 40 RBM Vertical Plane Adjustment via Elevation Bracket .............................................................................. 48

Figure 41 RBM Theta Adjustment Via Elevation Bracket Mounting Holes ................................................................ 49

List of Tables

Table 1 X-1200 System Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 4

Table 2 Required Items for Hub Module Installation .................................................................................................. 8

Table 3 Required Items for Remote Backhaul Module Installation ............................................................................. 9

Table 4 Summary of Required Installation Tools (Not Provided by BLiNQ Networks) ................................................ 9

Table 5 Recommended Torque Values for Self-Tapping Bolts ................................................................................... 15

Table 6 Recommended Torque Values for U-Bolt or V-Clamp Bolts ......................................................................... 16

Table 7 Recommended Torque Values for Elevation Bracket Bolts ........................................................................... 20

Table 8 Recommended Torque Values for Azimuth Bracket Bolts ............................................................................ 22

Table 9 Recommended Torque Values for PSU Bracket Bolts ................................................................................... 23

Table 10 Recommended Torque Values for PSU Bolts .............................................................................................. 25

Table 11 Recommended Torque Values for Pole/Wall Mount Bracket Locknuts ...................................................... 27

Table 12 Recommended Torque Value for the RJ45 Ethernet Connection ............................................................... 34

Table 13 Recommended Torque Values for HM Bracket Bolts .................................................................................. 39

Table 14 Recommended Torque Values for Antenna Bracket Nuts .......................................................................... 42

Table 15 Recommended Torque Values for Antenna Bracket Bolts .......................................................................... 42

Table 16 Recommended Torque Values for Antenna Cable Connections ................................................................. 44

Table 17 Recommended Torque Values for RBM Bracket Bolts ................................................................................ 47

Table 18 X-1200 System Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................................................... 55

Table 19 List of Acronyms .......................................................................................................................................... 57

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WARNING!

Follow all health and safety procedures and recommendations made by
BLiNQ Networks within this X-1200 System Installation Guide. Failure
to do so could result in injury, death, or damage to the equipment.

!

1 Important Safety and Service Notices

Read this X-1200 System Installation Guide and follow all operating and safety instructions.

Installation of the X-1200 system must be done by a qualified professional installer who is experienced
with installing telecommunications equipment and networks. Installations must adhere to the
information and specifications within this X-1200 System Installation Guide.

1.1 Safety Warnings

 The product-marketing label indicates the power requirements. Do not exceed the described

limits.

 Each module’s power supply must have a resettable circuit breaker rated to a maximum of 20

Amps.

 The antenna must be permanently grounded before making any of the connections to the

antenna used with the Hub.

 Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Disconnect the power

before cleaning.

 Disconnect the power when the unit is stored for long periods.
 Do not locate the outdoor unit near power lines or other electrical power circuits.
 The system must be properly grounded to protect against power surges and accumulated static

electricity. It is the user’s responsibility to install this device in accordance with the local electrical

codes.

1.2 Important Service and Warranty Information

Keep all product information for future reference.

Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify any part of the
X-1200 system, as this action will void the warranty.

Be sure to do the following upon unpacking the X-1200 system modules. For each Hub Module (HM) and
Remote Backhaul Module (RBM) in your system:

 Locate the label on the module casing that lists the Serial Number (SN) and Media Access Control

(MAC) address for the module (Figure 1, “Module Casing Labels”)

 Record the SN on your registration card for future reference
 Record the MAC address for future reference when provisioning the system

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WARNING!

A qualified professional installer should install the wireless equipment.
The installer must follow local and national codes for electrical
grounding and safety. Failure to meet safety requirements and/or use
of non-standard practices and procedures could result in personal
injury and damage to equipment. A direct lightning strike may cause
serious damage even if these guidelines are followed.

!

Figure 1 Module Casing Labels

1.3 Overvoltage (Lightning/Surge) Protection

All outdoor wireless equipment is susceptible to lightning damage from a direct hit or induced current
from a near strike. Lightning protection and grounding practices in local and national electrical codes
serve to minimize equipment damage, service outages and serious injury. Reasons for lightning damage
can be summarized as follows:

 Poorly grounded antenna sites that can conduct high lightning strike energy into equipment.
 Lack of properly installed lightning protection equipment that can cause equipment failures from

lightning induced currents.

An overvoltage protection system provides a means by which the energy may enter earth without
passing through and damaging parts of a structure. An overvoltage protection system does not prevent
lightning from striking; it provides a means for controlling it and preventing damage by providing a low
resistance path for the discharge of energy to travel safely to ground. Improperly grounded connections
are also a source of noise that can cause sensitive equipment to malfunction.

A good grounding system disperses most of the surge energy from a lightning strike away from the
building and equipment. The remaining energy on the cable can be directed safely to ground through a
lightning/surge arrestor in series with the cable.

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The X-1200 system is designed with consideration for resistance to the effects of lightning on the access
point electronics. When installing a lightning/surge arrestor for your system installation, observe the
following general industry practices:

 Install lightning/surge arrestors in series with the Ethernet and power cables at the point of entry

to the building. If the power cable does not enter the building, the location is at the installer’s
discretion.

 In each case the grounding wire should be connected to the same termination point used for the

tower or mast.

 Provide direct grounding from the unit, the mounting bracket, the antenna, and the Ethernet

cable surge protection to the same ground bus on the building. Use the grounding screws
provided for terminating the ground wires.

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RADIO SPECIFICATIONS

Frequency Band

3.65-3.70 GHz, 3.40-3.60 GHz, 2.50-2.69 GHz, and 5.47-5.875 GHz

Tuning Resolution

50 kHz, minimum

Transmit Power, 3.65 GHz

-15 dBm to +27 dBm per port, 0.25 dB resolution

Transmit Power, 5.8 GHz

-15 dBm to +23 dBm per port, 0.25 dB resolution

Channel Bandwidth

20 MHz (5/10 MHz1)

Receiver Sensitivity

-92 dBm with QPSK @ 1e-03 PER (typ.)

Modulation & Coding

QPSK/16QAM/64QAM/256QAM, bi-directional, fully adaptive

PERFORMANCE

Throughput

Up to 400 Mbps, L2 aggregate uplink and downlink

Spectral Efficiency

11 bps/Hz

Physical Layer

Cyclic Single Carrier Frequency Domain Equalized

Operating Mode

TDD

Latency

3.5 msec for 4 RBM’s assigned to Hub, dual carrier mode

Traffic ratios

50:50, 65:35, 75:25, 35:65, 25:75; user configurable

Frame Size

Up to 2016 bytes

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2 System Description

The X-1200 is a dual carrier, Point-to-Multipoint (PMP) intelligent wireless transport system
distinguished for its high performance and advanced traffic management capabilities. The X-1200
platform consists of a Hub Module (HM) and up to four (eight1) Remote Backhaul Modules (RBM).

BLiNQ Networks X-1200 system operates in the sub 6 GHz licensed frequency bands. It offers
deployment flexibility for both Line-of-Sight (LOS) and Non Line-of-Sight (TrueNLOS™) operation by
incorporating advanced Physical Layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) layer algorithms and
techniques. BLiNQ Networks has developed proprietary interference mitigation algorithms and
incorporated self-organizing network techniques into its solutions to increase capacity and reliability
beyond that of ordinary backhaul solutions. This is because in a NLOS environment, interference and
shadowing are the two main reasons that limit capacity and link reliability. Mitigating interference and
enhancing signal reliability maximizes system performance.

The X-1200 system delivers 11 bps/Hz spectral efficiency. The system is designed for use in multiple
applications that include small cell mobile backhaul, optical fiber cable extension and enterprise data
backhaul services by providing up to 400 Mbps of throughput in dual 2x20 MHz channels.

Table 1 lists the system specifications.

Table 1 X-1200 System Specifications

Future Software Release

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Licensed:+26dBm for MCS 7 and +25dBm for MCS 8; Unlicensed: +22dBm for MCS 6, +21 for MCS 7 and +20 for MCS 8

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PERFORMANCE (Cont)

Antenna System

2x2 MIMO, Spatial Multiplexing / Tx & Rx Diversity
Remote Backhaul Module: Integral antenna, 14 dBi
Hub Module: Beam Steering Antenna, 17 dBi

Configuration

PTP or PMP up to 42 Remotes

Power Consumption

< 72 W

Power

-48 Vdc nominal, -36 to -60 Vdc range

Connectivity

Copper 1000BaseT
Optional Fiber Gig-E (Hub only)

Synchronization

Integral GPS antenna and receiver, 1588v2, SyncE

QoS

8 queues per service flow, 4 SF’s per RBM per direction

Security

AES-256

NETWORKING

Configuration

Ethernet bridge

Attributes

802.1Q, 802.1ad, DSCP/ToS/802.1p (IPv4/IPv6)

Features

Per RBM service flows, Dynamic Bandwidth Sharing

OPERATIONS, ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (OAM)

Configuration

WebUI / CLI, radio and Ethernet performance monitoring

EMS Integration

SNMP v2c/v3

OAM Protocols

HTTP(S), TCP/IP, UDP, (S)FTP, SSH

MECHANICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL/COMPLIANCE

RBM Dimensions

12.6” x 8.3” x 5.1” (32 x 21 x 13 cm)

Hub Dimensions

15.0” x 18.0” x 5.1” (38 x 46 x 13 cm)

Weight (Hub & RBM)

RBM < 8.8 lbs. (4.0 kg); Hub < 15.5 lbs. (7.0 kg)

Temperature Range

-45°C to +55°C (-49 °F to 131 °F)

Enclosure Protection

IP67

Compliance

EMC: FCC Part 15 Subpart B, C, E; ICES-003 Class B
Radio: FCC Part 90z, RSS 197
Safety: UL/CSA 60950-1,-22

2

The X-1200 system operates in licensed Time Division Duplexing (TDD) bands including 3.65-3.70 GHz,

3.40-3.60 GHz, 2.50-2.69 GHz bands in both Point-to-Point (PTP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PMP)
configurations. Additionally, the X-1200, when configured for dual-carrier mode, operates in unlicensed
frequency bands including 5.47-5.875 GHz bands. It incorporates Multiple Input Multiple Output
(MIMO) technology and operates at high Modulation and Coding Scheme (MCS) rates to provide high
capacity. In addition, the product incorporates BLiNQ Networks interference management techniques
which include multiple power control algorithms to maximize performance in dense networks.

8 in future release

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Front

Back

Front without Antenna

Back

Side

The X-1200 system has a small, all-outdoor, zero-footprint form factor that can be easily deployed
unobtrusively on towers, poles, building sidewalls or rooftops. It consists of the following modules:

 Hub Module (HM): A sector controller which serves as the aggregation point controlling up to 4

Remote Backhaul Modules (RBMs), featuring an integral Beam Steering Antenna.

Figure 2 Hub Module

 Remote Backhaul Module (RBM): A subscriber unit that is installed outdoors on customer

premises, including public infrastructure assets such as light and utility poles in mobile backhaul
applications. RBMs feature an integrated antenna.

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Figure 3 Remote Backhaul Module

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Important
Safety and

PAGE 1

Installation

Preparation

the Modules

13

Installing the

PAGE 46

System and

Provisioning

Warnings

Service and

Information

(Lightning/Surge)

Protection

Check

Installation
Checks and

Provisioning

Information

Module

BSI Feature

the Module

Equipment

Orientation

Mounting to

Wall

Assembling
the Module

Brackets

Supply Unit

(Optional)

the Module

Bracket

Grounding

Overvoltage

Protection

Instructions

to DC Power

Installation

Connecting

Network

END

Assembling

Antenna (If

Required)

Management

3 Flowchart: Installation Process Overview

To get started quickly, follow the process below. For more details, click on the chapter/section title.

Service

Notices

Safety

Important

Warranty

Overvoltage

Required

Items

PAGE 8

Site

PAGE 11

Operating

Sector

Frequency

HM and

RBM Pre-

Service

Installing

(General)

PAGE

General

Safety

Distance

and

a Pole or

Installing

the Hub
Module

PAGE 38

Adjusting

the Hub

the Beam

Steering

Remote

Backhaul

Module

Using the

and

Adjusting

Network

PAGE 51

Installing

the Power

Installing

onto a

Mounting

and

Connecting

Verifying

Basic

to the

Ethernet

Backhaul

Cable

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Description

Quantity

Note

1

X-1200 Hub Module (HM)
Beam Steering Antenna Kit includes Antenna unit, Down-tilt antenna

bracket, screws, nuts and washers for mounting to X-1200 unit, SPI
control cable (x1), and RF cables NType to NType (x4)

1

2

X-1200 Module Mount Kit with Self-Tapping Screw Bolts—Includes
module elevation bracket, module azimuth bracket, two pole clamps,
and pole/wall mount bracket

1*

Screws not
provided for
wall/mast side
(1/4 in. holes)

3

Coaxial RF Cables: N-type male termination at both ends, outdoor rated

2 or 4*

Nominal 1 m long

4

Outdoor-rated Shielded Ethernet cable, CAT5e or better

< 100
meters

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

5

Ethernet cable connector and environmental housing with shielded
RJ45 connectors

1

Provided by
BLiNQ Networks

6

SFP, fiber and connectors (if optional fiber optic Ethernet possibility is
to be used)

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

7

Power Cable:
Shielded 18 AWG 2 conductors 90C water resistant, black and white
conductor jackets, outdoor rated cable, 5-8 mm thick

Power Connector:
Weatherized DC connector to fit on power cable

1*

Option of 10m,
20m, 40m
terminated
cables

8

6-gauge grounding cable

1

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

9

Power Supply Unit (PSU) Kit includes PSU, PSU bracket and associated
hardware for installation.

1*

Optional
10

Lightning/Surge Arrester

1*

Optional

11

Access to NOC Server, Providing FTP, SysLog, SNMP Browser, and DNS
Services

1

12

Basic Portable Personal Computer (PC); with NIC (Ethernet) port
required

1

Not Provided by
BLiNQ Networks

13

Miscellaneous hardware and software as required: for example,
compass, sniffer application, FTP client

as
required

Not Provided by
BLiNQ Networks

*Sold as a separate line item by BLiNQ Networks.

4 Required Installation Items

Table 2 lists the items required to install the X-1200 Hub Module (HM).

Table 3 lists the items required to install the X-1200 Remote Backhaul Module (RBM).

Table 4 lists the tools required to install the X-1200 system modules.

Table 2 Required Items for Hub Module Installation

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Description

Quantity

Note

1

X-1200 Remote Backhaul Module (RBM)

1

Per site

2

X-1200 Module Mount Kit with Self-Tapping Screw Bolts—Includes
module elevation bracket, module azimuth bracket, two pole
clamps, and pole/wall mount bracket

1*

Screws not provided
for wall/mast side
(1/4 in. holes)

3

Outdoor-rated Shielded Ethernet cable, CAT5e or better

< 100
meters

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

4

Ethernet cable connector and environmental housing with shielded
RJ45 connectors

1

Provided by BLiNQ
Networks

5

Power Cable:

Shielded 18 AWG 2 conductors 90C water resistant, black and
white conductor jackets, outdoor rated cable, 5-8 mm thick

Power Connector:

Weatherized DC connector to fit on power cable

1*

Option of 10m, 20m,
40m connectorized
cables

6

6-gauge grounding cable

1

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

7

Lightning/Surge Arrester

1*

Optional

8

Access to NOC Server, Providing FTP, SysLog, SNMP Browser, and
DNS Services

1

9

Basic Portable Personal Computer (PC); with NIC (Ethernet) port
required

1

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

10

Miscellaneous hardware and software as required:

for example, wrench, compass

as required

Not provided by
BLiNQ Networks

11

Power Supply Unit (PSU) Kit includes PSU, PSU bracket and
associated hardware

1 each*/
RBM

Optional

*Sold as a separate line item by BLiNQ Networks.

No.

Description

1

Socket wrench with 3/8 in. driver head, with long and short ½ in. and 7/16 in. sockets

2

Slot head screwdrivers, small and medium size

3

Phillips #2 screwdriver

4

Torque wrench, 3/8 in. head with range for 4-60Nm or 3-45lbf-ft

5

Ratchet wrenches, ½ in. and 7/16 in.

6

Steel straps (for installation on pole diameters 3.5 in./9 cm or larger)

7

Four 5/16 in. or M8 wall mounting bolts, or equivalent, for wall installation (and bolt reinforcement
hardware if wall material requires it)

8

Black marker

9

Crimp tool

10

Cable ties

11

Torque screwdriver ¼ head with 5-40inlb range

12

Allen drivers metric 3mm and SAE 3/16” for GND lug and Beam Steering Antenna bracket

Table 3 Required Items for Remote Backhaul Module Installation

Table 4 Summary of Required Installation Tools (Not Provided by BLiNQ Networks)

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Metric 7mm nut driver (socket) for the power supply mounting nuts

14

Metric 8mm nut driver (socket) for Beam Steering Antenna studs mounting to bracket

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5 Site Preparation

To prepare the installation site, perform the following checks prior to installation of an X-1200 Hub
Module (HM) or Remote Backhaul Module (RBM).

 Section 5.1, “Operating Sector Frequency Check”, page 11
 Section 5.2, “HM and RBM Pre-Installation Checks and Service Provisioning”, page 11

5.1 Operating Sector Frequency Check

The operating frequency must be determined prior to the installation and be based on a cell site
frequency plan. BLiNQ Networks strongly advises that a comprehensive site survey be performed before
installation to determine the optimum antenna orientation and identify any potential source of
interference.

5.2 HM and RBM Pre-Installation Checks and Service

Provisioning

This section requires use of the BLiNQ X-1200 WebUI. The X-1200 WebUI is the configuration tool for
use with X-1200 HMs and RBMs. It is a standard web application that runs directly on the X-1200
equipment through the default port for HTTP (that is, port 80), and is accessible at URL http://<IP of the
node>.

For instructions on how to use the X-1200 WebUI, refer to the X-1200 System User Guide. The default
username and password for access is: admin.

Browser support for X-1200 WebUI:

 Mozilla Firefox
 Internet Explorer 9 (IE9)
 WebKit-based browsers, for example:

 Apple Safari
 Google Chrome

Operating System (OS) support for X-1200 WebUI:

 Windows
 Mac OS X
 Linux

Note: With the exception of IE9, both web browser and OS support for the X-1200 WebUI always refer
to the most recent versions.

The default configuration settings on the HM and RBM include:

 Fixed, non-routable local craft IP address: 169.254.1.1
 Management IP address: 192.168.26.2
 Operating Frequency (e.g. 3.65 GHz)
 Channel bandwidth (20 MHz)

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 Uplink/downlink TDD ratio on the Hub
 Preamble series index value
 RF transmitter disabled on the HM (not transmitting)

Perform the following pre-installation checks and service provisioning on the HM and RBMs:

1. Verify the modules can be powered up and Ethernet connectivity can be established.

2. Verify and record the Media Access Control (MAC) address of each RBM unit (located on the label

on the outside of the unit).

3. Using the X-1200 WebUI for HMs:
a. Verify the configuration settings on the HM and update if necessary.

b. Verify the active software version on the HM and upgrade if necessary.
c. To allow the HM to go into service after installation, provision these HM radio operation

parameters through the ‘Setup > Radio Interface Page’ either before or after installation:

 Radio Administrative State (set to ‘Enabled’)
 RF Frequency
 Max. Transmit Power
 Preamble Phase Index (Optional)
 Rate Adaption (Optional)

d. (Optional) Provision these HM system parameters as needed through the ‘Setup > System Page’

either before or after installation:

 System Identification (including Name, Location, Contact, Description)
 Ethernet Port Configuration
 Management Interface IP Address

For more information, refer to the X-1200 System User Guide.

4. Using the X-1200 WebUI for RBMs:

a. Verify the configuration settings on each RBM and update if necessary.

b. Verify the active software version on each RBM and upgrade if necessary.
c. To allow the RBM to go into service after installation, provision these RBM radio operation

parameters through the ‘Setup > Radio Interface Page’ either before or after installation:

 Radio Administrative State (set to ‘Enabled’)

d. (Optional) Provision these RBM system parameters as needed through the ‘Setup > System Page’

either before or after installation:

 System Identification (including Name, Location, Contact, Description)
 Ethernet Port Configuration
 Management Interface IP Address

For more information, refer to the X-1200 System User Guide.

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WARNING!

 Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national

electrical codes.

 Personnel mounting the equipment must understand grounding

methods.

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6 Installing the Modules (General)

As needed, refer to these sections and follow these steps to properly install either the Hub Module (HM)
or Remote Backhaul module (RBM):

 Section 6.1, “General Safety Information”, page 13
 Section 6.2, “Equipment Distance and Orientation”, page 14
 Section 6.3, “Mounting to a Pole or Wall”, page 14

 Section 6.3.1, “Attaching Pole Clamps to Mounting Bracket”, page 16
 Section 6.3.2, “Mounting with U- or V-Clamps”, page 17
 Section 6.3.3, “Mounting with Steel Straps”, page 17
 Section 6.3.4, “Mounting onto a Wall”, page 18

 Section 6.4, “Assembling the Module Brackets”, page 19

 Section 6.4.1, “Attach Elevation Bracket”, page 19

 Section 6.4.2, “Attach Azimuth Bracket”, page 21
 Section 6.5, “Installing the Power Supply Unit (Optional)”, page 23
 Section 6.6, “Installing the Module onto a Mounting Bracket”, page 26
 Section 6.7, “Grounding and Overvoltage Protection Instructions”, page 28
 Section 6.8, “Connecting to DC Power”, page 31
 Section 6.9, “Verifying Basic Installation”, page 33
 Section 6.10, “Connecting to the Ethernet Backhaul Network”, page 34
 Section 6.11, “Cable Management”, Page 36

6.1 General Safety Information

Before performing any of the tasks in this chapter, read the safety warnings and service notices in
Chapter 1, “Important Safety and Service Notices”.

The system requires one person to properly and safely install the X-1200 system modules.

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6.2 Equipment Distance and Orientation

6.2.1 Hub Modules

Locate the Hub Module (HM) with as much distance as possible from other transmitting equipment.

The installer must mount the Beam Steering Antenna on the HM, as it can not be remotely mounted.
The HM must also have clear view of the sky for its Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna (located on
top of the unit) to work and to synchronize transmissions with other HMs.

When mounting the HM, ensure it is oriented so that the cable connectors/connections point downward
and the GPS antenna points upward.

6.2.2 Remote Backhaul Modules

When installing multiple Remote Backhaul Modules (RBMs), the distance required between the RBMs
depends on the average transmit power in use by the RBMs. Contact your supplier for the
recommended distance between RBMs for your particular installation.

When mounting the RBMs, ensure they are oriented so that the power cable connectors point
downward.

6.3 Mounting to a Pole or Wall

The following sections describe how to attach a mounting bracket to either a pole or wall:

 Section 6.3.1, “Attaching Pole Clamps to Mounting Bracket”; recommended for pole diameters

up to 4 in./10 cm.

 Section 6.3.2, “Mounting with U- or V-Clamps”; recommended for pole diameters up to

4 in./10 cm

 Section 6.3.3, “Mounting with Steel Straps”; recommended for pole diameters up to 3.5 in./9 cm

or larger

 Section 6.3.4, “Mounting onto a Wall”

6.3.1 Attaching Pole Clamps to Mounting Bracket

Use the pole clamps with pole/wall mounting brackets for pole diameters up to 4 in./10 cm. If the pole is
larger, see Section 6.3.3, “Mounting with Steel Straps”.

Required parts and tools:

 Two pole clamps, pole/wall mount bracket (Figure 4, “Pole/Wall Mount Bracket”)
 Socket wrench with 3/8 in. driver head, with long and short ½ in. and 7/16 in. sockets
 Torque wrench, 3/8 in. head with range for 4-60Nm or 3-45lbf-ft

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