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mBSC DAS SYSTEM

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATIONS MANUAL

mBSC DAS System

Installation Manual Issue 3

This document serves as the System Installation Manual for the BTI mBSC Fiber Distributed Antenna System (DAS) system. BTI reserves the right to change the contents without prior notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or utilized. © 2009-2011, BTI, All Rights Rese rved

REVISION HISTORY

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ISSUE NO.

DESCRIPTION DATE

1 INITIAL DRAFT OCT. 28, 2009 2 UPDATE THE SPECIFICATION JAN. 18, 2010 3 UPDATE SPECIFICATION, INSTALLATION, AND ILLUSTRATIONS MAY 31, 2011

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................ 6

1.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................6

1.2 GLOSSARY AND ACRONYMS ...........................................................7

2 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................ 8

3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ......................................................... 8

3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION ................................ ......... .8

3.1.1 Host Unit ........................................................................................9

3.1.2 Network Management System......................................................9

3.1.3 Remote Unit .................................................................................10

3.2 USER INTERFACE ............................................................................13

3.2.1 Host Unit In terface ......................................................................13

3.2.2 NMS Interface ............................................................ ..... .............13

3.2.3 Remote Unit Interface .................................. .. ............................15

3.3 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................17

3.3.1 Host Unit Specifications .............................................................17

3.3.2 NMS Specifications ....................................................................17

3.3.3 Remote Unit Specification .........................................................18

4 INSTALLATION ........................................................................ 19

4.1 SYSTEM INSTALLATION OVERVIEW..............................................19

4.2 REMOTE UNIT INSTALLATION .......... ............. ........ ............... .........20

4.2.1 Remote Unit Installation Overview.............................................20

4.2.2 Installation Hardware And Tools ................................................20

4.2.3 Unpacking And Inspection .........................................................22

4.2.4 Mechanical Installation ...............................................................23

4.2.4.1 Mechanical Safety Precautions......................................................................... 23

4.2.4.2 Install The Mounting Panel................................................................................ 24

4.2.4.3 Install The Remote Unit On The Mounting Panel ............................................. 25

4.2.4.4 Install The Shroud Cover .................................................................................. 25

4.2.5 Electrical Installation...................................................................27

4.2.5.1 Electrical Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 27

4.2.5.2 Grounding ......................................................................................................... 28

4.2.5.3 Route the Cables .. .... .... .................................................................................... 28

4.2.5.4 Fiber Optic Cable Connection ........................................................................... 28

4.2.5.5 Antenna Cable Connection ...... ................................................... ...................... 29

4.2.5.6 AC Power Cable Connection ............................................................................ 30

4.2.5.7 Slave Cable Connection ................................................................................... 31

4.2.6 Remote Unit Installation Review ...............................................33

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4.2.6.1 Mechanical Installation Review ......................................................................... 33

4.2.6.2 Electrical Installation Review............................................................................. 33

4.2.6.3 Field Status Test - Remote Unit LED Status Indicators..................................... 33

4.2.7 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................34

4.3 HOST UNIT INSTALLATION .............................................................35

4.3.1 Host Unit Installation Overview ..................................................35

4.3.2 Installation Hardware And Tools ................................................35

4.3.3 Unpacking And Inspection .........................................................36

4.3.4 Electrical Installation...................................................................37

4.3.4.1 Electrical Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 37

4.3.4.2 Grounding ......................................................................................................... 38

4.3.4.3 DC Power Cable Connection ............................................................................ 39

4.3.4.4 Install the BIU and FIU modules ....................................................................... 40

4.3.4.5 Alarm Installation ............................................................................................... 40

4.3.4.6 Connect the BIU/FIU Modules .......................................................................... 42

4.3.4.7 Optional Equipment Installation ........................................................................ 43

4.3.4.8 Connect POI to BIU........................................................................................... 44

4.3.4.9 Connect the Fiber Optic Cable.......................................................................... 44

4.3.5 Host Unit Installation Review ....................................................44

4.3.5.1 Electrical Installation Review............................................................................. 44

4.3.6 Troubleshooting ..........................................................................46

4.4 NMS INSTALLATION.........................................................................47

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4.4.1 Installation Overview............................................................ .......47

4.4.2 Installation Hardware and Tools.................................................47

4.4.3 Unpacking And Inspection .........................................................48

4.4.4 Verify Server software .................... ........ ............... ............. .........48

4.4.5 Initial System Setup ....................................................................49

4.4.5.1 CD-ROM Install ................................................................................................. 49

4.4.5.2 Launch NMS ..................................................................................................... 51

4.4.6 Initial Start-up Configuration ......................................................52

4.4.6.1 Modify Default Accounts.................................................................................... 54

4.4.6.2 Set-up New User Accounts ............................................................................... 57

4.4.6.3 Configure Software Parameters........................................................................ 59

4.4.7 Firmware Update ........................................................................60

4.4.8 Software Upgrade Installation ....................................................61

4.4.8.1 CD-ROM Install ................................................................................................. 61

4.4.9 NMS Upgrade Installation Review .................................... ..... ....62

4.4.10 Troubleshooting ........................................................................64

5 mBSC DAS SYSTEM START-UP ............................................ 65

5.1 SYSTEM COMMUNICATION.............................................................65

5.1.1 Establishing a Host Unit communication ..................................65

5.2 INITIAL NETWORK CONFIGURATION ............................................68

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5.2.1 Add a Site .....................................................................................70

5.2.2 Add a Host Unit............................................................................72

5.2.3 Configuring the Host Unit Hardware Card ................................74

5.2.4 Map the IP Address to the NMS Software..................................78

5.2.5 Add a Master Remote ..................................................................80

5.2.6 Add a Slave Remote ....................................................................81

5.2.7 Connect Host Unit to Server.......................................................82

5.3 MANAGING AND MONITORING ALARMS ......................................83

5.3.1 Alarm Manager.............................................................................83

5.3.2 Configuring Standard Alarm Defaults........................................84

5.3.3 System Activation Review .........................................................89

5.3.4 Troubleshooting .........................................................................90

6 CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION ................ 91

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION

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1.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Danger: Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will cause serious personal

1. For general safety, only appropriately qualified personnel familiar with all recommended and

2. All general and regional safety and installation regulations relating to high voltage

3. Operating instructions must be kept accessible and available for all users.

4. The network provider is responsible for implementing protective measures to avoid the health

6. Access should be restricted to appropriately qualified personnel.

7. Operation of this Unit is restricted to the license holders of the respective frequency range.

8. Use of this equipment is only for the purpose specified by the manufacturer. Modifications or

9. High temperatures due to power dissipation may occur, do not operate the equipment on or

11.Observe ESD precautions. Use the available grounding system to connect ESD protection

12.This Unit complies with European standard EN60950.

13.Verify that all regulatory requirements have been met and that all system settings have been

14.Grounding the antenna cables close to the antenna connectors of the Remote Unit for

injury, death or substantial property damage if the hazard is not avoided. Warning: Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that may cause serious

personal injury, possible death or substantial property damage if the hazard is not avoided. Caution: Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or may cause minor

personal injury or substantial property damage if the hazard is not avoided.

regulatory safety practices and installation methods may be allowed to work on this system.

installations, proper use of tools and recommended individual protective equipment must be obeyed.

hazards associated with radiation from the Unit antenna(s).

5. For US and Canadian installations: FCC RF exposure compliance requires the

following antenna installation and device operation configurations be satisfied: A

separation distance of at least 4 meters must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons. RF exposure compliance may need to be addressed at the time of licensing, as required by the responsible FCC Bureau(s), including antenna co-location requirements of

1.1307(b)(3). §2.1091 Maximum permissible antenna gain is 16.15 dBi.

the use of any spare parts which are not provided by or recommended by the manufacturer are prohibited as this may cause fires, electric shock or other injuries or damage .

near combustible materials.

10.Ascertain that the mains supply is disconnected before opening the Unit as well as

connecting or disconnecting the mains connector at the Remote Unit.

measures before commencing maintenance work.

set according to the intended use. (Please see appropriate manufacturer product information materials.)

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protection against atmospheric discharge is highly suggested, even though the Remote Unit is internally protected against over-voltage.

15.Class 1 – Laser Radiation warning: Do not look into the beam, view it directly, or

indirectly with or without optical instruments.

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1.2 GLOSSARY AND ACRONYMS

The acronyms and abbreviations used in this manual are detailed in the following list.

Abbreviation Description AISG Antenna Interface Standard Group BIU Base station Interface Unit BTS Base Station CFR Crest Factor Reduction CL-OS Closed-Loop Operating System DAS Distributed Antenna System EDGE Enhanced Data for GSM Evolution FIU Fiber Interface Unit FIU-S Fiber Interface Unit - Simulcast FIU-NS Fiber Interface Unit - Non-Simulcast HPA High Power Amplifier HU Host Unit LMU Location Measurement Unit LNA Low Noise Amplifier mBSC Multi-Band Multi-System Multi-Carriers MIMO Multi-input multi-output MTBF Mean Time Between Failure NMS Network Management System PA Power Amplifier PCU Pow er Controller Unit PWM Pulse Width Modulation RCU Remote Control Unit RF Radio Frequency RU Remote Unit RX Receive Signal TDTD Time delay TX diversity TMA Tower Mounted Amplifier TX Transmit Signal UMTS Universal Mobile Telecom System VSWR Vertical Standing Wave Radio

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2 INTRODUCTION

This document provides the installation procedures for the BTI DAS system consisting of the DAS Host Unit, Remote Unit equipment and the Network Management System (NMS). It al so provides for the initial configuration set-up, operation procedures and the software upgrade installation process for the Network Management System.

For Host Unit and Remote Unit installation, the reader should be familiar with the use of Distributed Antenna Systems, power system distribution for both AC and DC, all safety guidelines and regulations, and the required tools to accomplish the installation in a safe manner.

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 ope rated in a comm ercia l 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.

For NMS software installation and configuration as well as firmware update and software upgrade installations, the reader should be familiar with server administration, software install, firmware update, and software upgrade procedures at the administrator level.

3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The system consists of an Indoor HU (Host Unit) and an Outdoor RU (Remote Unit) and Network Management Software.

3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION

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Figure 3-1. BTI DAS Sy stem

The Host Unit is designed to be mounted in a 19” r ack a nd should only be utilized in an indoor environment (0C - 45C) or in a place were an indoor-type environment can be provided.

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The NMS (Network Management System) runs on a centralized server that provides access to the entire network of hub sites and Remote nodes. The NMS is designed to configure, monitor, and manage all system functionality.

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The Remote Units may consist of combinations of 700MHz, 850MHz, 1900MHz and 2100MHz frequencies and are available in either a 20 Watt or 40 Watt output configuration. Each RU is designed to support a Single Frequency Band. For multi-frequency use, the system can be configured as multiple Master/Slave Remote Units. Each Master Unit can support a maximum of two slave RUs with a maximum of three RUs supported per fiber connection. The primary transport between the HU and th e RU is fiber optic. The Fiber Optic also provides the RU alarms and conf iguration communicati on between the NMS and the Remote Unit. The downlink and uplink optical signals are duplexed so only one fiber is required.

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3.1.1 Host Unit

The Host Unit provides a multiple slot assembly, consisting of 9 slots numbered from left to right: 1 through 9. Slots 7 through 9 are used and specifically keyed for the Remote Control Unit (RCU) and t wo redundant Power Supply Units (PSU) only. The Host Unit also hou ses the Base Station Interface Units (BIU) and Fiber Interface Units (FIU), Figure 3-2. The BIU comes in Diversity (BIU-D) and Non-Diversity (BIU-ND) and the FIU comes in Simulcast (FIU-S) and Non-Simulcast (FIU-NS) modules. The HU allows multiple combinations of BIU and FIU modules with up to 3 band downlink and uplink RF signals per BIU from the BTS and converts them to analog over RF for fiber transport.

The Host Unit, through interface combinations, provides the following functions:

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Converts the BTS RF signal to fiber signal.

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Supplies connectivity between the BTS and the Remote Unit.

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Manages and monitors the system alarms and configurations.

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Supports 1 to 3 Sectors sy stem configurations.

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Supports a single sector with 1:1, 2:1, 3:1 and 4:1 Simulcast configuration.

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Supplies fiber connectivity to the Remote Unit with in-band message signaling.

3.1.2 Network Management System

The Network Management System (NMS), shown in Figure 3-3, is a software-based Network Management System tool that provides control and monitoring functions for the BTI mBSC DAS system. NMS is used to provision and configure a new system for operation, set the system operating parameters, get system alarms and status messages, and update the system firmware.

The Network Management System provides the following functions:

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Manages SNMP v2 messaging to the Network Operating Center (NOC).

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Provides a detailed graphic User Interface to manage, monitor and configure multiple DAS

system.

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Configure multiple DAS systems custom alarms.

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Provides a firmware update interface.

Figure 3-2. Host Unit Multiple-Slot Assembly

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Figure 3-3. Network Management System Software Components Folder and Desktop Icon

3.1.3 Remote Unit

The Single-Band Master Remote Unit, shown in Figure 3-4a, b and c, consists of an optical module (O/E), a downlink power amplifier, an LNA, and duplexer. The Optical module converts the downlink optical signal from the FIU module in the HU and splits the RF signal into 3 RUs. It also converts the uplink RF signal to an optical signal and simultaneously sends it to the FIU module in the HU for distribution to the BIU modules. Each optical module can support 3 RUs in any combination of different bands.

The Single-Band Master Remote Unit provides the following functions:

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Converts the forward optic signal to RF signal.

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Boosts the forward RF signal from the HU to a higher power level (max output:40W).

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Amplifies the uplink signal from the antenna to improve the system receive sensitivity.

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Supplies in-band messaging between the HU and RU for RU Alarms and configuration.

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Figure 3-4a. 40 Watt Fan Cooled Remote Unit

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Figure 3-4b. 20 Watt Convection Cooled Remote Unit

Figure 3-4c. 20 Watt Fan Cooled Remote Unit

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3.2 USER INTERFACE

The user interface for each segment of the mBSC DAS System is designed to provide the most efficient interaction, installation and ease of use for the user.

3.2.1 Host Unit Interface

Each interface module of the Host Unit, shown in Figure 3-5, is described in Table 3-1 below.

Module Name Port Name Description Remark

FIU-S/FIU-NS

BIU-ND/BIU-D

3.2.2 NMS Interface

A simple login access, Figure 3-6, allows for quick access. A graphical user interface, Figure 3-7, provides real time user access to the configuration, performance monitoring, and alarm status. The system also uses SNMPv2.0 protocol to transmit automated traps to the operator's Network Operations

TX1, TX2 Downlink interface ports to be

RX1, RX2 Uplink interface ports to be Fiber 1, Fiber 2 Fiber optic interface ports to be E9111, E9111-2 The RX coupling uplink signal for E9111, E9111-2 The RX coupling uplink signal for E9111, E9111-2 The RX coupling uplink signal for TX1, TX2, TX3, TX4

RX1, RX2, RX3, RX4 The combined uplink signal from TX1 and TX2 out Downlink RF interface to FIU RF signal

RX1, RX2, RX3, and RX4 out

Figure 3-5. Host Unit Interface

T a bl e 3 -1. H ost Unit User Interface

connected to BIU output

connected to BIU input

connected to the RU

LMU (TDOA location only)

LMU (TDOA Location only)

LMU (TDOA Location only) Input signals from the BTS to

provide the combined downlink signal to FIUs

FIUs

Uplink RF interface from the FIU RF signal

RF signal

RF signal Optical signal RF signal RF signal RF signal RF signal

RF signal

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Center for remote alarming and sy stem querie s. These two capabilities provide for centralized configuration and alarm monitoring of the entire system.

Operational parameters, such as uplink and downlink, and gain can be set through the NMS server. Status information at each node is easily available. The customer can readily access power output, ALC status, VSWR, PA temperature, and other basic operating parameters, The BTI NMS simplifies the configuration of the network by providing accurate downlink power and uplink gain updates. This allows the system operator to maximize the efficient use of field personnel when diagnosing system performance issues.

Figure 3-6. NMS Login Interface

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Figure 3-7. NMS Command Console

Table 3-2. Default Parameter Values

Parameter Name Default Value

System Parameter SNMP No User Manager Name: Manager; Password: 1; Level: Supervisor User User Name: User; Password: 1; Level: Observer

3.2.3 Remote Unit Interface

The interface of the Remote Unit consists of connectors and LEDs that are located on the bottom of the RU enclosure. T he Ma ster RU user i nterf ace p oints are indic ated in Figure 3-8 and Table 3-3. The Slave RU user interface points are indicated in Figure 3-9 and Table 3-4.

Remote Units are classified as either MASTER or SLAVE. Master and Slave Units have exactly the same mechanical dimensions. Functionality is the main difference as the MASTER Remote Unit has the connection for the fiber optic cable. For supporting multiple bands, only the MASTER Remote Unit needs to have the fiber optic connection with the Host Unit. Other Remote Units are interfaced with SLAVE p orts for receiving RF downlink signal and sending RF uplink signal with the Master Remote Unit.

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MASTER Remote Unit:

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Has the Fiber Optic Cable connection with the Host Unit

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Provides the RF downlink signal to the SLAVE Remote Unit through “TX_IN” or “TX_OUT” port.

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Receives the RF uplink signal from the SLAVE Remote Unit “RF_IN” or “RF_OUT” port.

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SLAVE Remote Unit:

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No Fiber Optic Cable connection with the Host Unit

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Interfaces with the Master Unit for downlink and uplink signal

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Unused ports (TX_OUT, RX_IN) are blocked with a cover.

Label Name Description

ANT Interface port for Antenna Feed line OPERATE

TX_Out RX_In FIBER Fiber Optic Cable interface port for combined downlink and uplink signal

POWER Interface port for the AC 110/220V power cable DC_FAN Provides power to the fan

VENT Port for the balance of pressure inside and outside of the enclosure

Label Name Description

ANT Interface port for Antenna Feed line OPERATE

Figure 3-8. User I nterface of MASTER Remote Unit

Table -3-3. Master Remote Unit User Interface

LED indicator for normal or critical fault status of the RU. Normal: Green ON, Critical fault: Red ON

RF output port to provide the input signal to the Slave Remote Unit when Dual or Triple Band application is configured.

RF input port to provide the output signal to the Master Remote Unit when Dual or Triple Band application is configured.

Figure 3-9. User Interface of SLAVE Remote Unit

Ta ble -3-4. S lave Remote Unit User Interface

LED indicator for normal or critical fault status of the RU. Normal: Green ON, Critical fault: Red ON

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TX_Out (Slave 1)

RX_In (Slave 2)

POWER DC_FAN Provides power to fan VENT Port for the balance of pressure inside and outside of the enclosure

RF output port to provide the input signal to the Slave Remote Unit when Dual or Triple Band application is configured

RF input port to provide the output signal to the Master Remote Unit when Dual or Triple Band application is configured.

Interface port for the AC 110/220V power cable

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3.3 SPECIFICATIONS

3.3.1 Host Unit Specifications

The specifications for the Host Unit of the mBSC DAS system are listed in Table 3-5:

Host Unit Specification

System Support Multi-Frequency bands with Multi-Air Interface

Max No. of Plug-in module

PSU (Power Supply Unit)

RCU (Remote Controller Unit)

BIU (Base station Interface Unit)

FIU (Fiber Interface Unit)

Description Notes

standards (GSM / EDGE / CDMA / WCDMA / AWS / LTE)

• 3 fixed slots for two (PSU) and a single (RCU)

• 6 module slots for BIU and FIU

• -48Vdc and optional AC 110/220 DC converter

• 2 PSU are installed for redundancy Main process board for DAS system

• Support multi-frequency bands DL and UL interface

• Support RX Diversity

• QMA connector for RF Interface

• Support 4 downlink and uplink interface ports

• Support 2 Fiber ports per FIU

• Support Non-Simulcast or Simulcast

Table 3-5. Host Unit Specifications

3.3.2 NMS Specifications

The specifications for the Network Management System (NMS) of the mBSC system are listed in Table 3-

6. T abl e 3-6. N MS Specifications

NMS Specification Specification Notes

Max No. of Nodes 1080 A combination of BIU, FIU and Remote Units SNMP based management Yes Real time alarm display Yes Display various system level

values Remote firmware download Yes Firmware update interface for DAS components.

Yes Voltages, RF power, etc.

The NMS also requires a dedicated server to connect to the RCU. The Server specifications are

Server Specification Notes Specification

Processor

One Quad-core Intel® Xeon® 3400 series processor

Table 3-7. Server Specifications

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Server Specification Notes Specification

Operating System Memory 4GB (4 DIMM slots) DDR3

Storage Cabled Hard Drive Options:

Power

Network Controller

ideo Card

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional

2.5" SATA SSD, SAS (10K), nearline SAS (7.2K) Maximum Internal Storage: 250G Single cabled power supply (250W)

Matrox G200eW w/ 8MB memory One dual-port Broadcom BCM 5716

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3.3.3 Remote Unit

The specifications for the Remote Unit of the mBSC system are listed in Table 3-8.

Table 3-8. Remote Unit Specifications

System Specification

Optic Wavelength 1310/1550nm Antenna Port 7/16 DIN female Optical connector E2000 Power Supply Current

Weight varies per type Waterproof

Downlink Uplink

AC 110V / 220V ± 20% < 1A @ Full power, ~220V AC input

< 2A @ Full power, ~110V AC input

IP65

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4 INSTALLATION

4.1 SYSTEM INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

This section provides instructions for installing the mBSC DAS system in an efficient, productive and customer friendly order. Each component of the mBSC DAS system is covered in its own installation section as follows:

4.2.REMOTE UNIT INSTALLATION

The Remote Unit installation section provides instructions for the mechanical and electrical installation of the mBSC Remote Unit including: mounting the Remote Unit, connecting the fiber optics cab les; Antenna feed line; and AC power cables.

The procedures in this section assume that the required Fiber Optic cables have been routed between the Host Unit and the Single-Band RU and that the required antenna has been installed.

4.3.HOST UNIT INSTALLA TION

The Host Unit installation section provides instructions for the electrical installation of the mBSC Host Unit including verifying the DC power cable connection, connecting the network cable, the alarm connectors, and other required connections and cables.

The procedures in this section assume that the Host Unit has been inspected, the Remote Unit(s) installation is complete and that a dedicated IP address for the Host Unit has been designated.

4.4.NMS INST ALLATION

The Network Management System (NMS) installation section provides instructions for setting up the preinstalled software component of the mBSC NMS. The instructions will allow a qualified user to install the NMS software, set-up accounts, change passwords for security, and upgrade the system software and hardware.

The procedures in this section assume that the NMS server has been received, the Host Unit is installed, and that security software has been installed on the designated NMS computer(s).

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4.2 REMOTE UNIT INSTALLATION

Danger: Wet conditions increase the potential for receiving an electrical shock when

installing or using electrical power equipment. To avoid electrical shock, never install or use

4.2.1 Remote Unit Installation Overview

The installation of the Remote Unit, both single enclosure and multi-enclosure, consis ts of the following steps:

Step Operation Type Operation Action

the electrical equipment in a wet location. Danger: Do not look into the end of the fiber optic cables. Exposure to laser radiation may

result. Do not assume that the laser power is turned off or that the fiber optic cable is disconnected at the other end.

Danger: Use extreme caution when working with high voltage AC power. Ensure all power is disconnected before working on power circuit.

Caution: Always make sure there is sufficient cable length to permit the routing of the fiber optic cables to prevent the cable damage. The optic cables may be damaged if bent or coiled too tightly.

Table 4-1. Remote Unit Installation Overview

1 MECHANICAL

2 MECHANICAL 3

MECHANICAL

4 MECHANICAL

INSTALLATION REVIEW

INSTALL THE RU MOUNTING PANEL TO THE TOWER

VERIFY THAT THE SIDE MOUNTING BRACKETS ARE

SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE REMOTE UNIT

INSTALL THE MASTER REMOTE UNIT ON THE MOUNTING

PANEL

MOUNT THE SHROUD COVER OVER THE ENCLOSURE AND

SECURE IT CONFIRM THE MECHANICAL INSTALLATION USING TABLE 4-4

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

6 ELECTRICAL GROUND THE UNIT 7 ELECTRICAL ROUTE THE CABLES TO BE CONNECTED 8 ELECTRICAL CONNECT THE FIBER OPTIC CABLES 9 ELECTRICAL CONNECT THE ANTENNA FEED LINE 10 ELECTRICAL INSTALL THE AC POWER CABLE

11 ELECTRICAL

INSTALLATION REVIEW

13 FIELD STATUS TEST

CONNECT ANY SLAVE REMOTE UNIT TO THE MASTER

REMOTE UNIT

CONFIRM THE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION USING TABLE 4-5 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

CHECK THE REMOTE UNIT LED STATUS INDICATORS USING

TABLE 4-6 RU LED STATUS INDICATOR AND THE TROUBLESHOOTING GU ID E

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Table 4-2. Single-Band RU Mounting Hardware and Fasteners

Hardware and Fasteners Quantity Rec'd

MOUNTING PANEL (Configurable)

I-BEAM or U-BEAM/CHANNEL MOUNTING BRACKETS

SHROUD COVER M5 SCREW M5 LOCK WASHER M5 FLAT WASHER M6 SCREW M6 LOCK WASHER

M6 FLAT WASHER M8 SCREW

M8 LOCK WASHER M8 FLAT WASHER M12 SCREW M12 LOCK WASHER M12 FLAT WASHER JUNCTION BOX RF CABLE (Designated Slave Unit) FIBER OPTIC COWL POWER CABLE (10 FEET) FAN CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL)

Table 4-3. Specified Hardware Torque

Type Screws Hex Nuts Spacers

Thread M5 M8 M12 M5 M8 M12 M5 M8 M12 Specified

Torques (lb. - ft.)

for a BTI non-custom pole mount installation kit

2 1

8 8 8 8 8

8 8

8 8 4 4 4 1 2 1 1 1

Spring/Lock Washers

Spacers

Flat Washers

The following is a list of tools and any additional materials required for mounting every Single-Band Remote Unit configuration:

•

DIN male connectors

•

Tool kit for attaching DIN connectors to coaxial cable

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Tools for installing exterior AC circuit

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Tools for securing M5 screw

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Wire cutters

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Wire Stripper

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Open End Wrench 1.25 inch/33mm (used for DIN connector)

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Hex Wrench 5mm (M6 screw)

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SAE Wrench 5/16 inch/8mm (the Slave Remote Unit connectors)

4.2.3 Unpacking And Inspection

This section provides the instruction for receiving the equipment shipment, verifying a ll parts have been received and checking that no damage has occurred during transportation. The Remote Unit includes the following items:

•

Remote Unit(s)

•

Hardware and Fasteners described in Table 4-2, Section 4.2.2

Use the following procedure to unpack and inspect the Remote Unit and accessories:

1. Open the shipping packet and carefully unpack the Remote Unit(s) and any accessories from the

protective packing material.

2. Verify receipt of hardware and fasteners using Table 4-2

3. Check each Remote Unit and accessories for broken or missing parts. If there is any damage or

missing parts, contact BTI (Section 6) for an RMA and to reorder parts, if any replacement parts are required.

NOTE: Check particularly for any damage to the power connection, the fins/fans, and the fiber optic cable connection on the Remote Unit Interface.

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4.2.4.1 Mechanical Safety Precautions

Please read the general Safety Precautions contained in Section 1.2 Safety Precautions

1. Follow the procedures provided by the manufacturer when installing the Remote Unit. Do not install the Unit in a place or in a manner that does not meet the manufacturer's provided specifications.

2. Use the mounting hardware supplied by the manufacturer. If non-standard mounting hardware is used, it must meet the requirements for mounting the Unit as specified by the manufacturer.

NOTE: It is important that specified load limits for the Unit are not exceeded as this

3. Safety measures for lifting heavy materials should be followed to prevent injury.

4. High temperatures may occur due to power dissipation. Please follow the specifications for

proper Remote Unit ventilation as indicated by the manufacturer.

5. Check that the mains supply is disconnected, before connecting or disconnecting the main

power connector at the Remote Unit.

6. Do not block airflow ventilation outlets during installation or Remote Unit(s) may sustain

critical damage.

may void the warranty.

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4.2.4.2 Inst all The Mounting Panel

Use the following procedure to install the mounting panel on the pole:

1. Take one M12 screw and insert it loosely in one of the two top holes in the panel. Place the mounting panel against the pole as shown in Figure 4-1.

2. Place one of the two I-Beam or U-Beam brackets on the back side of the pole so that it aligns with the M12 screw.

3. Hand tighten the screw to hold it in place

4. Place the second M12 screw in the next hole at the top of the panel and loosely fasten the screw as well. Continue until all four screws are in place as shown in Figure 4-2.

5. Use a wrench to securely fasten the screws through both panel and brackets until the panel is securely attached to the pole.

Figure 4-1. Attach the Mounting Panel and Bracket to a Pole

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Figure 4-2. The Mounting Panel secured tightly to a Pole

4.2.4.3 Inst all The Remote Unit On The Mounting Panel

Use the following procedure to install the RU on the mounting Panel.

1. Verify that the attached side mounting brackets, as shown in Figur e 4-3 are secure.

2. Grasp the Remote Unit at the top and bottom of the casing and carefully slide the top two hooks onto

the mounting panel, Figure 4-4, followed by the lower hooks and allow the Unit to slide down into place.

3. After hanging the enclosure on the mounting panel, use the M8 screws, lock and flat washers to

secure the rear mounting bracket (top and bottom) so the RU does not move.

Figure 4-3. The Side Mounting Bracket to the Mounting Panel

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Figure 4-4. Secure Enclosure To the Side Mounting Bracket

4.2.4.4 Inst all The Shroud Cover

The Remote Unit has a Shroud cover for thermal protection. Use the following procedure to install the Shroud cover on the enclosure:

1. Line up the slots at the top of the Shroud cover to the tabs at the top of the mounting panel as shown

in Figure 4-5.

2. Gently lower the slots over the tabs and slide the cover down. The cover will be at an angle, Figure 4-

3. Lay the cover flush against the mounting bracket, then carefully, place the M5 screw through the

middle hole, aligning it to the hole on the bracket. Loosely fasten the screw. Working on the opposite side, again place an M5 screw through the middle hole and loosely fasten the screw.

4. Loosely fasten the remaining M5 screws to all four corners of the cover and then tighten all the screws

securely.

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Figure 4-5. Install the Shroud Cover to the RU

Figure 4-6. Secure Shroud Cover to the mounting panel

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4.2.5.1 Electrical Safety Precautions

Please read the general Safety Precautions presented in Section 1.2 Safety Precautions

1. This Unit uses high voltages. Follow the instructions for installation provided in this manual to prevent serious accidents including loss of life, severe personal injury or extensiv e proper ty damage.

2. The Unit must be grounded before connecting any power supply. Grounding is a required precautionary measure. Grounding instructions are provided and should be

3. The Unit is internally protected against over-voltage, but in areas with strong and frequent lightning strikes additional lightning protection is strongly recommended. Grounding the antenna cables close to the antenna connectors will help prevent damage from atmospheric discharge.

4. Verify that there is a suitable circuit breaker and an over-current limiting device connected between the mains and the Remote Unit.

5. Check that the mains supply is disconnected, before connecting or disconnecting the main power connector at the Remote Unit.

6. An easily reached emergency disconnect device should be provided in the mains circuit if the power feeds to the Remote Unit(s) are not within close reach.

7. The Remote Unit should be installed in close proximity to a power source with a circuit breaker to ensure safe installation and for ease of power connectivity.

8. Electrical and electronic components can be destroyed by incorrectly wired connections.

9. Cable connector materials must meet manufacturer specifications to avoid corrosion at the connectors.

followed for safety.

10.

11. Caution should be used when attaching the antenna. Hand tightening should be sufficient for

12. A voltage limiting device is strongly recommended for electrical networks that often produce

13. Compliance with the surge requirement of EN 61000-4-5 (fine protection) has been met by this

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Check cable conne c tions to ensure that water cannot penetr a t e th e U n it.

connecting the antenna during installation. Manufacturer's recommendation for torque specification should be used during installtion. Use the appropriate tool to complete the Antenna installation, but do not use tools, such as pliers, as they may cause damage to the Remote Unit.

spikes.

Unit. Installing additional external surge protection, depending on the individual application, via local supply connection and/or coarse protection is recommended to avoid damage caused by electrical surges.

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4.2.5.2 Grounding

The Unit must be grounded. Connect an earth-bonding cable to the provided grounding connection. Do not connect any additional external devices to the grounding connection.

Figure 4-7. Grounding Connection

1. Uncover the RU interface by removing the Vandalism Protective Shield from the bottom of the Shroud Cover.

2. Loosen the hex nut located on the grounding connection as shown in Figure 4-7.

3. Connect the earth-bonding cable between the two lock and flat washers.

4. Tighten the hex nut, making sure the cable is securely connected be fore moving to the next phase of the installation.

4.2.5.3 Route the Cables

Prepare and route all ca bles according to standard field installation procedures. Care should be taken to prevent wear or field damage to cables during install. Particular attention should be paid to the Fiber Optics Cable as damage may occur if cable is tightly coiled or bent.

4.2.5.4 Fiber Optic Cable Connecti on

One fiber optic cable must be routed from an external splice enclosure or fiber access terminal to the Master Remote Unit enclosure. The RU is equipped so on ly one cable is requir ed per Master Remo te Un it for the optic port. A hardened optical E2000 connector is used for the optic port.

Warning: Do not look into the end of the fiber optic cable. Do not look directly into the optical transmitter of any Unit or exposure to laser radiation may result. An optical power meter should be used to check the active fibers.

Use the following procedure to connect the fiber optic cable:

1. Connect or splice the drop Fiber cable to the outside plant cable. Verify that there is sufficient cable length to reach from the splice enclosure or fiber access terminal (not provided) to the bottom of the Master Remote Unit

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2. Route the free end of the drop cable to the enclosure through the junction box as shown in Figure 4-8.

3. Leave sufficient slack to allow the cable to be connected and disconnected from the enclosure fiber optic port without bending or crimping the fiber optic cable.

4. Remove the cap from the interface port labeled "FIBER". Connect the fiber optic cable to the port on the bottom of the enclosure.

Figure 4-8. Junction Box

4.2.5.5 Antenna Cable Connection

The antenna feed line(s) must be routed from the antenna to each Remote Unit. The cable must have the appropriate antenna connector termination to connect to the RU antenna port (ANT), shown in Figure 4-

Use the following procedure to install the antenna cable:

NOTE: When using multiple RU enclosures to support more than one RF band, each RU is supporting a different frequency. When routing the coaxial antenna cable, it is critical that the appropriate frequency band cable be connected to the same frequency type RU.

1. Remove the dust cap from the DIN female connector located on the bottom of the enclosure. The port is labeled with “ANT”.

2. Route the coaxial antenna cables from the antenna to the bottom of the enclosures.

3. Cut the antenna cable to the required length and terminate with the appropriate connector.

Figure 4-9. Antenna port

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Figure 4-10. DIN Female Connector

4.2.5.6 AC Power Cable Connection

Danger: Use extreme caution when working with high voltage AC power. Ensure all power

is disconnected before working on power circuit.

Warning: Verify that the Unit has been ground with an earth-bonding cable to the grounding connector.

Use the following procedure to install the AC Power cable:

1. Route the power cable between the AC power port, located on the bottom of the enclosure and the nearest AC power junction box as shown Figure 4-11.

Figure 4-11. Junction Box AC Power Cable Routing

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2. Secure the cable between the AC power port and the AC power junction box. Leave sufficient slack in the cable to allow it to be easily connected and disconnected from the AC power port.

3. Install any AC power supply wires that may be required between the AC junction box and the AC circuit breaker box.

4. At the AC circuit breaker box, connect the AC power supply load wire to the circuit breaker.

5. Place the circuit breaker in the ON position and then test the connected end of the AC power cable for proper voltage levels and correct polarity.

6. When testing is complete, PLACE THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IN THE OFF POSITION.

Danger: To avoid serious personal injury and equipment damage, always turn the AC power off on the circuit breake r be fo re conn ecting the any power cable to the AC power port.

7. Connect the power cable connector to the AC power port labeled “POWER”.

8. Tighten the coupling nut.

4.2.5.7 Slave Cable

Connection

When two RU or more enclosures are installed for supporting multi-band. One is designated the Master Remote Unit and each additional RU, up to t wo Units, are designated as slave Remote Units. The Master and slave Unit(s) is specified by the frequency band. The Master Unit will separate the bi-directional signal related to the freque ncy and p rovide the RF inpu t signal to each slave Remote Unit. The connection between Master and Slave is interfaced with the RF cable provided with the Remote Units.

Use the following procedure to install the antenna cable:

1. All designated slave RUs arrive with two RF cables.

2. Connect one RF cable to the port labeled “TX_OUT” on the MASTER Remote Unit User Interface.

3. Connect the other end of the RF cable to the po rt labeled “TX_IN” on the SLAVE Remote Unit User

Interface as shown in Figure 4-12.

4. Connect the second cable to the po rt lab eled "RX_IN" on the MASTER RU.

5. Connect the other end of the second RF cable to the port labeled "RX_OUT on the SLAVE RU.

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Figure 4-12. RF cable connection between Master and Slave Remote Unit

1 Slave to Slave Connection: Connect an RF cable into the po rt labeled " TX_OUT" on the fir st SLAVE

RU User interface.

2 Connect the other end of the RF cable to the port labeled "TX_IN" on the next SLAVE RU Unit.

Continue connecting all SLAVE RUs in this manner, as shown in Figure 4-13.

3 Connect an RF cable into the port labeled "RX_OUT" on the first SLAVE RU. 4 Connect the other end of the RF cable to the port labeled "RX_IN" on the next SLAVE RU. Continue

connecting all SLAVE RUs in this manner.

5 Power may now be applied to all Master and Slave Units used in this configuration.

Figure 4-13. RF cable connection between Slave to Slave Remote Units

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4.2.6 Remote Unit Installation Review

Use the following steps listed in Tables 4-3 and 4-4 to review the installation completion status

4.2.6.1 Mechanical Inst allation Review

Table 4-4. Remote Unit Mechanical Installation Check Lists

Items Description 1 Confirm that the Unit is mounted firmly and is stable. 2 Verify that the Unit is affixed per manufacturer's specifications.

Check that all screws and nuts are secure, that spring washers sit flush upon the flat

washers, and that there are no missing flat wa shers and spring washers.

4 Examine each part and cable for breakage or damage. 5 Make sure the Unit is clean and free of dust and other contaminants

4.2.6.2 Electri cal Instal lation Revi ew

T able 4-5. Remote Unit Electrical Installation Check List

Items Description 1 Verify that the grounding cable is secure. 2 Make sure that all the cable sheathings are not damaged. 3 Confirm that the connection to the cables are stable and are not loose or damaged.

Check that the cables are completely connected, but make sure there is enough slack, if

4 needed. Do not cross the cables and the cables should be bundled together in the same

direction.

Check that the connected cables are not bent more than the manufacturer's specified

maximum bending radius.

4.2.6.3 Field Status Test - Remote Unit LED Status Indi cators

Perform a visual review of the LED Status indicators on the installed Remote Unit. The Remote Unit (RU) status LED consists of a bi-colored LED of RED and GREEN. The high intensity LED is viewable from ground level under most circumstances when using the BTI RU shroud system.

Table 4-6. Remote Unit LED Status Indicators

LED Indicator Colors Cycles

Test the LED Red and Green Blink 1 flash per second Master RU Fiber Alarm Red Fast Blink 2 times per second mRU and sRU Comm Fail Red and Green Blink 1 time per second PA/LNA shutdown or Other Red Fast Blink 2 times per second Normal Operation Green Blink 1 times per second

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4.3 HOST UNIT INSTALLATION

Danger: Wet conditions increase the potential for receiving an electrical shock when

installing or using electrical power equipment. To avoid electrical shock, never install or use

4.3.1 Host Unit Installation Overview

The installation of the Host Unit consists of the following steps:

the electrical equipment in a wet location.

Warning: Verify that the Unit has been ground with an earth-bonding cable to the grounding connector.

Table 4-6. Host Unit Installation Overview

Step Operation Type Operation Action 1 ELECTRICAL

2 ELECTRICAL 3 ELECTRICAL INSTALL THE BIU AND FIU MODULES

4 ELECTRICAL INSTALL THE ALARM CONNECTORS (Optional) 5 ELECTRICAL CONNECT THE BIU AND FIU

6 7 ELECTRICAL

8 9

10 TROUBLESHOOTING INSTALLATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

ELECTRICAL

ELECTRICAL CONNECT THE FIBER OPTIC CABLES INSTALLATION

REVIEW

VERIFY THAT THE UNIT IS GROUNDED CONFIRM THAT THE DC POWER CABLE IS INSTALLED AND

SECURE

CONFIRM THAT THE POI AND FAN (Opt. Equip.) ARE CONNECTED

CONNECT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE BIU (if present)

CONFIRM THE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION, TABLE 4-10

HOST UNIT ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

4.3.2 Installation Hardware And Tools

The Host Units may be shipped individually or shipped factory pre-installed in optional cabinets. Table 4-7 lists the cables and hardware provided by the manufacturer. Additional hardware may be needed, depending on the site requirements, and may be ordered through Customer Service (Section 6).

Table 4-7. Host Unit Cables and Hardware

Single Host Unit Hardware and Fasteners

CABINET (Optional) HU DC POWER CABLE ALARM CONNECTORS FIU-S INTERFACE CABLE FIU-NS INTERFACE CABLE GROUNDING CABLES POI GROUNDING CABLE

(Optional)

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Factory Install

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POI INTERFACE CABLE 4

Customer Install

Factory Install

Rec'd

The following is a list of tools and any additional materials required for the Host Unit installation:

•

Small Phillips screwdriver

•

Wire cutters

•

Wire Harness (Required for Expanded Third Party Alarm)

4.3.3 Unpacking And Inspection

This section provides the instruction for receiving the equipment shipment, verifying all parts have been received and checking that no damage has occurred during transportation. The Host Unit includes the following items:

•

Optional Cabinet with Host Unit installed as shown in Figure 4-14.

•

Hardware and Fasteners described in Table 4-7, Section 4.3.2

Use the following procedure to unpack and inspect the Host Unit and accessories:

1. Open the shipping packet and carefully unpack the cabinet or individual Host Unit from the protective

packing material.

2. Verify receipt of hardware and fasteners using Table 4-7

3. Check each optional cabinet for broken or missing parts. Check each Host Unit module for any

damage, particularly the Fiber Optic Port. If there is any damage or missing parts, contact BTI (Section 6) for an RMA and to reorder parts, if any replacement parts are required.

Figure 4-14. Host Unit Cabinet

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NOTE: Check particularly for any damage to the fiber optic connectors on the FIU module. Check the power connectors located at the back of the Host Unit and

check the back plane connectors located inside the Host Unit for any damage.

4.3.4 Electrical Installation

4.3.4.1 Electrical Safety Precautions

Please read the general Safety Precautions presented in Section 1.2 Safety Precautions

1. Follow the instructions for installation provided in this manual to prevent serious

3. Electrical and electronic components can be destroyed by incorrectly wired connections.

4. Cable connector materials must meet manufacturer specifications to avoid corrosion at the

connectors.

5. Compliance with the surge requirement of EN 61000-4-5 (fine protection) has been met by this

accidents including loss of life, severe personal injury or extensive property damage.

2. The Unit must be grounded before connecting any power supply. Grounding is a required precautionary measure. Grounding instructions are provided and should be followed for safety.

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4.3.4.2 Grounding

The Unit must be grounded. The Host Unit is grounded during a factory installation in the optional cabinet with an earth-bonding cable connected to the provided grounding connection. Do not connect external devices to the grounding connection.

Please verify the Unit is securely grounded. If it is no longer securely grounded, please use the following procedure to ground the Unit:

Figure 4-15. Host Unit Grounding Connection

1. Find the screw at the bottom right corner of the Host Unit as shown in Figure 4-15.

2. Loosen the screw located on the grounding connection.

3. Connect the cabinet mounted earth-bonding cable between the two lock and flat washers as shown in Figure 4-16. En sure the ground ing su rface is cl ean and free of paint, insulating material or

contaminants.

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4. Tighten the screw, making sure the cable is securely connected before moving to the next phase of the installation.

Figure 4-16. Grounded Host Unit (shown with optional POI Unit, also grounded)

4.3.4.3 DC Power Cable

Danger: Please use caution when working with DC power. Ensure all power is disconnected

before working on power circuit.

Warning: Verify that the Unit has been ground with an earth-bonding cable to the grounding connector.

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The DC power cable is connected during factory pre-installation.

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Figure 4-17. Factory Installed DC Power Cable

1. Confirm electrical polarity of the power cables to match the customer provided DC power system.

2. Verify the DC power cable is attached securely, as shown Figure 4-17.

3. If the DC power cable is not secure, turn off all associated DC power to the Host Unit, and secure the power cables as shown.

4.3.4.4 Inst all the BIU and FIU modules

1. Remove the blank module covers for the chosen module slot locations.

2. Slide the BIU and FIU modules in to each separate designated module slot, Figure 4-18.

3. Secure the screws at the top and bottom of each module.

Figure 4-18. BIU and FIU modules

4.3.4.5 Alarm Inst al lation

The Alarm interface is an optional customer centered configuration. The Alarm Input configuration gives the user the means to monitor third party alarms, such as battery or

intrusion alarms. The Alarm Output configuration provides the customer wi th the means to monitor major or minor alarms

via Form C relay. The alarm interface is located at the back of the Host Unit as shown in Figure 4-19.

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1. With wire cutting tools, prepare the connecting wires.

2. Loosen the screws in each connector.

Figure 4-19. Alarm Interface

3. Use the Input Alarm configurations shown in Table 4-8 and the Outp ut Alarm configurations in Table 4-

9 to determine the wire placement.

4. Slide the bared wires into the slot under the screw and tighten securely.

5. Plug all the alarm connectors into the Alarm Input interface as shown in Figure 4-20 and Figure 4-21.

Table 4-8. Input Alarm Configuration

NMS Alarm Status Alarm No Alarm

Expanded Alarm 1 (User Defined) IN1/GND IN1 Expanded Alarm 2 (User Defined) IN2/GND IN2 Expanded Alarm 3 (User Defined) IN3/GND IN3 Expanded Alarm 4 (User Defined) IN4/GND IN4

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Figure 4-20. Input Alarm Installation (Alarm On)

T able 4-9. Output Alarm Configuration

Alarm Type On Off

Major COM1/NC1 COM1/NO1 Minor COM2/NC2 COM2/NO2

Figure 4-21. Output Alarm Installation (Alarm On)

4.3.4.6 Connect the BIU/FIU Modules

Connect the BIU to the FIU-S with the provided interface cable using the following procedure:

1. Connect one end of the interface cable to the BIU port labeled "Tx1 Out".

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the FIU-S port labeled "Tx1".

3. Connect a second interface cable to the BIU port labeled "Rx4".

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4. Connect the other end of the cable to the FIU port labeled "Rx1", Figure 4-22.

Figure 4-22. Connect the BIU to the FIU

For a two BIU and FIU-NS configuration, use the additional provided interface cables and the following procedure:

5. Connect the one end of the interface cable to the FIU-NS port labeled "Tx1".

6. Connect the end of the second interface cable to the FIU-NS port labeled "Tx2".

1. Connect one end of the interface cable to the BIU port labeled "Tx1 Out".

2. Connect the end of the second interface cable to the port labeled "Tx1 Out" of the second BIU.

3. Connect the end of the third interface cable to the FIU-NS port labeled "Rx1".

4. Connect the other end of the fourth interface cable to the FIU-NS port labeled "Rx2"

5. Connect the third interface cable to the BIU port labeled "Rx4".

6. Connect the fourth interface cable to "Rx4" of the second BIU.

4.3.4.7 Optional Equipment

Installation

The POI and Fan, (if ordered) are factory installed. Please verify the POI and Fan are securely connected as shown in Figure 4- 23 .

Figure 4-23 POI and FAN Installation

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4.3.4.8 Connect POI to BIU

The Point of Interface (POI) is an optional component. The POI is connected to the BIU using the following procedure:

1. Connect one end of a POI interface cable into the BIU port labeled "Tx1 In".

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the POI port labeled "Tx-L".

3. Connect the one end of a POI interface cable into the BIU port labeled "Rx4 Out".

4. Finally, connect the other end of the cable to the POI port labeled "Rx-L".

Figure 4-24. POI to BIU Connection

4.3.4.9 Connect the Fiber Optic Cable

The Fiber optic cable is connected to the FIU module by attaching the cable to the port labeled "Fiber-1" as shown in Figure 4- 25 .

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Figure 4-25. Fiber Optic Cable Connection to the FIU Module

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Table 4-10. Host Unit Electrical Installation Check List

Items Description 1 Verify that the grounding cable is secure.

Confirm that the power cable connection is stable and is neither loose or damaged and

that the electrical polarity is correct.

3 Verify that the fiber optic cable is securely co nn ec t e d. 4 Check that all installed cables are securely connected. 5 Confirm that the alarm connectors are securely connected.

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4.4 NMS INSTALLATION

Caution: Network security may be compromised when accessing external Internet connectivity. The use of established security software is recommended.

The NMS software is pre-installed on the Network Management Server and the NMS server arrives preinstalled in the optional Host Unit cabinet. This section provides inst ruction for installing the NMS software on a customer laptop or desktop and setting initial software parameters.

4.4.1 Installation Overview

The installation of the Network Management System consists of the following steps:

Table 4-11. NMS Installation Overview

Step Operation Type Operation Action

Figure 4-26. NMS Server

1 SYSTEM SET-UP

2 SYSTEM SET-UP 3 SYSTEM SET-UP LAUNCH NMS SOFTWARE

4 CONFIGURE CONFIGURE MANAGER ACCOUNT 5 CONFIGURE SET-UP USER ACCOUNTS 6 CONFIGURE SOFTWARE SYSTEM PARAMETERS 7 UPDATE/UPGRADE SOFTWARE/FIRMWARE UPGRADE INSTALL

INITIAL SOFTWARE

8 INSTALLATION

REVIEW UPGRADE

9 INSTALLATION

REVIEW

10 TROUBLESHOOTING INSTALLATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

VERIFY SERVER SOFTWARE IS OPERATIONAL INSTALL SYSTEM SOFTWARE ON TO CUSTOMER

MONITORING EQUIPMENT

CONFIRM SOFTWARE SET-UP INSTALLATION, TABLE 4-13 NMS INITIAL SOFTWARE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

CONFIRM FIRMWARE UPDATE AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE INSTALLATION, TABLE 4-14 NMS UPGRADE SOFTWARE

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

4.4.2 Installation Hardware and Tools

The NMS server is shipped pre-installed in the optional Host Unit cabinet. Table 4-12 lists the accessories provided by the manufacturer. Additional accessories may be needed, depending on the site requirements, and may be ordered through Customer Service (Section 6).

Table 4-12. NMS Cables a nd Accessories

NMS ACCESSORY Quantity Received

SOFTWARE CD-ROM 1

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NMS ACCESSORY Quantity Received

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The following is a list of tools and any additional materials required for NMS software installation:

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Laptop, Desktop PC and/or Terminal

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Crossover Cable

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Hub and/or Router

4.4.3 Unpacking And Inspection

This section provides the instructions for receiving the equipment shipment and verifying that no damage has occurred during shipping. The NMS software is pre-installed on the server which is shipped with the following:

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Optional cabinet with NMS serv e r and H os t U nit installed as shown in Figure 4-27.

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Installation cables and accessories as described in Table 4-12, Section 4.4.2.

Use the following procedure to unpack and inspect the NMS server and accessories:

1. Open the shipping packet and carefully unpack the cabinet from the protective packing material.

2. Verify receipt of accessories using Table 4-12

3. Check the server for visual damage. If there is any damage, contact BTI (Section 6) for further

instructions including an RMA, if necessary.

Figure 4-27. NMS Server

4.4.4 Verify Server software

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1. Connect the laptop, PC or te rminal to the server through the hub using a crossover cable, Figure 4-

28. The monitoring device may also be plugged directly into the server with a crossover cable.

2. Locate the NMS icon on the screen of the monitoring device, Figure 4-29.

4.4.5 Initial System Setup

Figure 4-28. Connecting the Monitoring Device to the Server

Figure 4-29. Locate NMS Icon

4.4.5.1 CD-ROM Inst all

The CD-ROM install is used to install NMS on to a Laptop or Desktop Computer. Use the following procedure to install the application on to the computer:

1. Open the CD drive on the machine.

2. Place the CD into the drive and close the drive.

3. The CD will begin the install wizard, Figure 4-30.

4. The wizard copies the files to the %ProgramFiles% folder. The default destination directory may be changed, if desired.

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Figure 4-30. DAS Setup Wizard

4.4.5.2 Launch NMS

1. After copying the files, the Wizard will ask to launch NMS, Figure 4-31.

2. Select Yes.

3. The Wizard simultaneously places a shortcut on to the desktop of the computer as shown in Figure 4-

32. Double clicking on the NMS icon on the desktop also launches the NMS Login screen.

Figure 4-31. NMS Launch from Wizard Installation

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NOTE: Occasionally, there are compatibility problems that cause a configuration conflict when setting up the NMS. Follow the steps shown in the Troubleshooting

4. Verify that the Advance box is checked and then click in the password field, Figure 4-33.

5. Enter the following default password: 1

6. Click on OK. The NMS Command Console is then launched.

4.4.6 Initial Start-up Configuration

Once NMS is installed on the machine, the command console or main screen is used to navigate through various NMS menus to configure both the software system parameters and the DAS system parameters. This section covers the software system parameters needed to set-up an initial install.

Main access to the NMS software configuration is through the System(S) drop down on the Menu bar as shown in Figure 4-34. User accounts may also be accessed through the User Icon on the Command toolbar as shown in Figure 4-35. The software system configuration includes the ability to access the

Guide. If this does not resolve the issue, contact Customer Service (Section 6).

Figure 4-32. NMS Desktop Shortcut

Figure 4-33. NMS Login Screen

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following functions:

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Access and manage User Accounts and passwords (Add/Modify/Delete)

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Modify parameter defaults.

Figure 4-34. System (S) Drop Down Menu

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Figure 4-35. User Account Icon

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4.4.6.1 Modify Defaul t Account s

The NMS User Manager comes with two default entries shown in the User list. For security reasons, changing the default manager account and password is highly recommended. The default User account may also be modified by overwriting the default information. The following procedure details the steps necessary to change the default accounts:

1. Using either the System(S), Figure 4-34 or the User icon, Figure 4-35, access the User Manager screen, Figure 4-36.

Figure 4-36. User Manag e r Scre en

2. Select Manager in the User List, Figure 4-37 to see the default information.

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Figure 4-37. Manager Default Information

3. Delete the default entries, Figure 4-38 and enter the new user name and password.

Note: There is a limit of 20 Alpha-Numeric characters for both User name and password entries. User names are selectable from the Login screen drop down menu, once entered into the system. Passwords are case sensitive.

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4. Click Modify to update the User and Password.

Figure 4-38. Edit Default Entries

5. Click Return to return to the NMS Command Console or continue to add or update User Accounts.

4.4.6.2 Set-up New User Accounts

Adding a New User is easily managed through the User Manager screen. Access the User Manager screen, then use the following procedure to add Users of various levels:

1. Currently, there are two levels available for User Accounts. Once the User Manager screen is up, select the User level, as shown in Figure 4-39.

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Supervisor: This level acts as an administrator for the Network System. This level can make

edits and set custom features.

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Observer: This level is a monitoring functionality only. This level is most commonly used for users

who will monitor the system and review alarm logs. At the Observer level, a user may only: modify their user name and password and; view, save and print Alarm information.

2. Enter a user name and password, Figure 4-40. Then click Add.

Figure 4-39. Select a User Level

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3. Additional detailed information for managing User accounts, including deleting and modifying User accounts is contained in the NMS User Manual.

Note: There is a limit of 20 Alpha-Numeric characters for both User name and

password entries. User names are selectable from the Login screen drop down

menu, once entered into the system. Passwords are case sensitive.

Figure 4-40. Enter User name and Password

4.4.6.3 Configure Sof tware Parameters

The NMS system software parameter defaults allow the user to focus less on configuring th e software system , Figure 4-41, and more on the critical functionality for the DAS system.

Detailed parameter information is available in the NMS User Manual.

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4.4.7 Firmware Update

DAS components periodically require firmware updates. The following list of components may require periodic firmware updates:

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BIU

•

FIU

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RCU

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Remote Unit

A notification email is sent with the firmware update attached as a file to the email. The following procedures detail the firmware update process:

1. Verify the email is genuine and the file attachment is safe for download. The sent file will be na med in the following manner and have a file extension of .s:

DAS8345_[Component]_[Version].s

2. Download the attached file to any chosen folder or the desktop. Note the folder name, if saved to a designated folder.

Figure 4-41. System Parameter Screen

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3. Log into the NMS System.

4. Click on NetConfig

5. Using the RemoteSoftwareDownload interface, Figure 4-42, Locate the file by clicking on the browse button.

6. Click Start Download. The firmware update may be paused if needed by clicking the Pause button.

7. Once the download is complete, click Return.

4.4.8 Software Upgrade Installation

4.4.8.1 CD-ROM

The CD-ROM Upgrade install is a quick and simple installation. Use the following procedure to install the application on to the computer:

1. Check that no instance of NMS is running.

2. Open the CD drive on the machine.

3. Place the CD into the drive and close the drive.

4. The CD will begin the install wizard and ask if the user would like to overwrite the older NMS version, Figure 4-43.

Figure 4-42. Remote Software Do wnload Scr ee n

Install

5. Select Yes.

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5. An error dialog box will appear, Figure 4-44, if the older version of NMS is open and running.

6. Close NMS and click Try Again.

Figure 4-43. Replace NMS File

Figure 4-44. NMS Update Fail Error Box

4.4.9 NMS Upgrade Installation Review

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Table 4-13. NMS Initial Installation Checklist

Items Description 1 Verify that the CD is undamaged and the server software is installed. 2 Confirm that the version number once the set-up Wizard launches NMS. 3 Verify that the shortcut launches the NMS Login. 4 Check that the default Manager Account and password have been updated. 5 Confirm that new User accounts and passwords have been added.

Table 4-14. NMS Firmware Update and Software Upgrade Checklist

Items Description 1 Verify that the email and attachment. are genuine.

Confirm that the firmware update is downloaded to the appropriate folder on the

computer.

3 Verify that firmware update was complete from the RemoteSoftwareDownload interface. 4 Confirm that no instance of NMS is running before beginning Upgrade installation. 5 Check the version number to verify upgrade once the set-up Wizard has launched NMS.

4.4.10 Troubleshooting

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5 mBSC DAS SYSTEM START-UP

When the system component installations are complete, the system must be configured. Please refer to the applicable System Operation and User Manual for detailed system configurations, operations, and troubleshooting/test procedures

5.1 SYSTEM COMMUNICATION

Once the components have been in stalled, the system sho uld be ac tivate d by establishing communication through the Host Unit and configuring the system to the network through the NMS.

5.1.1 Establishing a Host Unit communication

The Host Unit hardware default IP address must be updated with the customer's network IP address. This is accomplished by fir st e stablishing a communication link, setting up the initial base system and configuring the IP Address parameter. Use the following procedure to establish communication with the Host Unit :

1. Co nnect the NMS installed Laptop ethernet port to the RCU front ethernet port with a cross or null modem cable.

2. From the Laptop, click the Start Button, then Settings and Network Connections, Figure 5-1.

3. Select the LAN Icon and click on File then Properties, Figure 5-2.

Figure 5-1. Open Network Connections

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Figure 5-2. LAN Properties

4. Click on Internet Version Protocol (TCP/IPv4) and then click on Properties, Figure 5-3.

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5. Click on the second option, Use the Following IP Address:, Figure 5-4, and manually enter the IP Address: 128.0.2.30. T he S ubnet ma s k will automatically default to 255.255.0.0.

Figure 5-3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4

6. Click OK.

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Figure 5-4. Manually Enter the IP Address

5.2 INITIAL NETWORK CONFIGURATION

This section details the initial functions necessary for a basic system activation through the NMS. Access to the DAS system configuration is through the Network(N) menu bar drop-down or the Net Config Command bar button, Figure 5-5. The DAS Network(N) drop-down includes the ability to access the following functions:

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Add/Modify/Delete Sites

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Add/Modify/Delete the Host Unit(s)

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Add/Modify/Delete the Remote Unit(s)

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Figure 5-5. Accessing the Network Configuration screen

The NMS software provides an example configuration as shown in Figures 5-5 and 5-6. The example may be deleted or the example information may be

overwritten with customer specific information and then saved by clicking the Modify button. For the purposes of this installation manual, the example has been deleted to provide the most accurate details.

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5.2.1 Add a Site

The highest level of system configuration is defined by adding a Site Caption and a Site Code. The alphanumeric text fields accept any user-defined descriptive name (30 alpha-numeric character limit) and site code (1 through 9999 numeric limit). The following steps are used to add the Site Caption and Site code:

1. Access the Network Config screen, Figure 5-5, via the NetConfig Command bar button or the Network(N) menu drop-d own.

2. Click on the Site button in the Select Information field, Figure 5-7.

3. Enter the Site name and the Site code. The example, BTI_Example_Cypress_Site is shown in Figure 5-8.

4. Click Add to save the Site Caption and Site Code.

Figure 5-6. BTI Example System Configuration

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Figure 5-7. Add a Site

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5.2.2 Add a Host Unit

Once the Site Caption and Site Code have been configured, the Host Unit should be added to the system. The alpha-numeric text fields accept any user-defined descriptive HU Caption (20 alp ha-numeric character limit) and HU No. (1 through 9999 numeric limit). The following steps provide the Host Unit configuration:

Figure 5-8 Adding a Site

1. Click on Equipment to bring up the new information section for the DAS System equipment.

2. Click on HU in the Select Equipment section. Verify that the Site Caption and Site Code are correct for the Host Unit being added.

3. Add the customer designated Host Unit Caption and Host Unit No. as shown in Figure 5-9.

Figure 5-9. Adding a Host Unit

4. Verify that all changes have been correctly entered and click Add, Figure 5-10.

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5.2.3 Configuring the Host Unit Hardware Card

Once the Host Unit has been added to the system, the IP address for the Host Unit must be changed from the default to the designated network IP address in the Host Unit Hardware Card. Configuring the IP Address is done from the Main Command Screen. The following procedures outline the steps necessary to change the Host Unit IP Address:

1. From the Main Command Screen, Select the added HU.

2. Select the RCU Module, Figure 5-11.

3. Select Config.

Figure 5-10. Configured Host Unit

Figure 5-11. Select the HU

4. Click on Parameter List. Then click Select All.

5. Click on Read, Figure 5-12.

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Figure 5-12. View the Current Values

6. Confirm Select All is unchecked. Click on Site IP Address in the Parameter List.

7. Click Edit.

8. Enter the new IP Address in the Edit Value Column, Figure 5-13.

9. Click Set, Figure 5-14.

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Figure 5-13. Enter the New IP Address

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5.2.4 Map the IP Address to the NMS Software

1. Click the Netconfig button.

2. Select the Host Unit. Figure 5-15.

3. Change the IP Address(HU) from the default value to the designated network IP address. This will map the IP Address in the NMS System to the HU hardware card.

4. Then Click Modify. Click Return

5. Restart NMS to set the new parameters.

Figure 5-14. IP Address Update Setting

Figure 5-15. Modify IP Address(HU)

From the Main Command Screen:

1. Select the updated Host Unit.

2. Click on Parameter List. Then click Select All.

3. Click on Read, Figure 5-16.

4. Confirm that the HU Hardware Card IP Address matches.

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5.2.5 Add a Master Remote

Once the Site Caption, Site Code, and Host Unit have been configured, the Ma ster Remote Unit should be added to the system. The alpha-numeric text fields accept any user-defined descriptive RU Caption (20 alpha-numeric character limit) and RU No. (1 through 9999 numeric limit). The following steps provide the Remote Unit configuration:

1. Click on the new HU in the System Net section.

2. Click on Equipment to bring up the new information section for the DAS System equipment.

3. Click on RU in the Select Equipment section.

4. Select the Slot No. for the Master Remote Unit. (This is generally Slot 2).

5. Select the Fiber value.

6. Select the Type of Remote Unit.

7. NMS creates a default name based on the chosen slot, fiber and type values selected as shown in Figure 5-17. Modify the Remote Unit Caption with a customer designated name, if desired.

8. Verify that the Site Caption, Site Code and HU No. are correct for the Remote Unit being added

9. Click Add.

Figure 5-16. Confirm IP Address Update Accepted.

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Figure 5-17 Adding Master Remote Unit

5.2.6 Add a Slave Remote

To complete the system activation, Slave Remote Units should be added to the system. The alphanumeric text fields accept any user-defined descriptive RU Caption (20 alpha-numeric character limit) and RU No. (1 through 9999 numeric limit). The following steps provide the Remote Unit configuration:

7. Click on the new HU in the System Net section.

8. Click on Equipment to bring up the new information section for the DAS System equipment.

9. Click on RU in the Select Equipment section.

10.Select the Slot No. for the Slave Remote Unit. (This should match the Master RU configuration).

11.Select the Fiber value.

12.Select the Type of Remote Unit.

13.NMS creates a defaul t name based on the chosen slot, fiber and type values selected as shown in

Figure 5-18. Modify the Remote Unit Caption with a customer designated name, if desired.

14.Verify that the Site Caption, Site Code and HU No. are correct for the Remote Unit being added.

15.Click Add.

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T able 5-2. Slots, Fiber and T ype Values

Name Configuration Value

Slot Represents the slots on the HU from Left to Right that can be assigned to

Fiber Maps the RU to the Fiber connection on the Host Unit to the associated

Type Defines the frequency used and must match the RU type installed. There

Figure 5-18. Adding a Slave Remote Unit

various equipment. Slots 1-6 are reserved for the FIU and BIU. Designating a slot number maps the RU to an FIU.

FIU.

are currently four different types of Remote Units. 700 MHz, 8 50 MHz, 1900 MHz, and 2100 MHz.

5.2.7 Connect Host Unit to Server

With the IP address updated, th e Host Unit must be connected the ser ver, Figure 5-19, for communication information to function. The Host Unit is connected from the Network port on the back interface through the hub to the server as shown in Figure 5-20 or may be directly connected from the back interface port to the server. The Host Unit may also be connected to the server from the RCU network port on the front interface, either directly or through the hub to the server. Only one network port connection may be used at a time.

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Figure 19. Connect Host Unit to Server

Only one port may be connected to the server at a time, as both front interface and back interface network ports are the same port.

Figure 5-20. HU Back Interface Network Connection

5.3 MANAGING AND MONITORING ALARMS

5.3.1 Alarm Manager

The NM S is also the means for managing and monito ring the DAS systems through the Alarm Manager(A) menu or the Alarm Icon on the Menu bar. The managing and monitoring of the DAS system is more completely detailed in the BTI NMS User Manual.

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Figure 5-21. A l ar m Man a g er

5.3.2 Configuring Standard Alarm Defaults

Configuring NMS is easily accomplished through the Custom Alarm tab, Figure 5-21. Select the alarm type and click the Select button for the appropria te category. Table 5-3 provides a recommended list of alarms by category that may be selected to create a custom alarm configuration.

Figure 5-23 shows an active alarm.

Figure 5-22. Configuring Custom Alarm Levels

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The Table5-3 provides alarm indicator descriptions for the mBSC DAS system. Alarm types for the Host Unit and Remote Unit monitored by the NMS are included as well as optional components such as the POI. The recommended category for the alarm indicator is included in column 3 of the table along with the affected component. Critical alarms indicate system failures that disable the uplink or downlink operation. Other categories, such as Major, may indicate impaired performance, but not the catastrophic system failure or a specific RU node failure.

Alarm Indicator Description Category Component

Downlink OverPower Downlink VSWR Antenna system VSWR

Downlink OverVoltage

Downlink DeviceFail Downlink system critical failure Critical PA Downlink LoopFail Downlink MCPA IM cancellation

Downlink MCPA is operating at an unsafe Critical Fiber Module PA

Transmit Power exceeds rated output

exceeds preset level PA Power supply over voltage Critical PA

not functioning

Figure 5-23. Active Alarm Screen

Table 5-3. Host Unit Alarm Indicators

Critical PA Critical PA

Critical Fiber Module PA

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Alarm Indicator Description Category Component

OverTemperature temperature Fiber Light Rx RU fiber RX failure Critical Remote Unit Fiber Light Tx RU fiber TX failure Critical Remote Unit mRU and

sRU1(LTE) comm mRU and

sRU2(AWS) comm mRU and

sRU2(Cell) comm mRU and

sRU2(PCS) comm

Master to Slave communications failed

Critical Remote Unit Critical Remote Unit Critical Remote Unit Critical Remote Unit

RU Fan1 RU Fan failure Major Remote Unit RU Fan2 RU Fan failure Major Remote Unit LNA RU Receive LNA failure Critical Remote Unit RU/PA

communication Uplink Pilot Power

RCU No Communication

FIU No Communication

BIU No Communication

Fiber1 Light RX Fiber1 Light TX Fiber2 Light RX Fiber2 Light TX RCU +5V

RCU +9V

POI Fan1 POI Fan2 Expanded Alarm

Input 1 Expanded Alarm

Input 2 Expanded Alarm

Input 3

RU Internal PA to CPU comm failure

Uplink Pilot Power Failure NMS to RCU comm failure

FIU to RCU comm failure

BIU to RCU comm failure

FIU Fiber1 port RX light fail FIU Fiber1 port TX light fail FIU Fiber2 port RX light fail FIU Fiber2 port TX light fail Host Unit RCU power supply

alarm Host Unit RCU power supply

alarm POI Fan1 failure POI Fan2 failure Expansion

Expansion

Major Remote Unit

Minor Major

Major

Critical Critical Critical Critical Major

Major

Major Major User Defined

Remote Unit Host Unit

Host Unit

Host Unit FIU Host Unit FIU Host Unit FIU Host Unit FIU Host Unit RCU

Host Unit RCU

Host Unit POI Host Unit POI Third Party

Component

User Defined

Third Party Component

User Defined

Third Party Component

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Alarm Indicator Description Category Component

Expanded Alarm Input 4

Expansion

User Defined

Third Party Component

5.3.3 System Activation Review

Items Description 1 Verify that the Host Unit comm unication was established. 2 Confirm that at least one Site has been added. 3 Verify that the Host Unit Hardware card IP address has been configured. 4 Check that the Remote Unit is communicating with the Host Unit 5 Confirm that the Host Unit is connected to the Server.

Table 5-4. System Start-up Review

5.3.4 Troubleshooting

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6 CUSTOMER SER VICE CONT ACT

INFORMATION

USA

BTI

6185 Phyllis Dr. Unit D. Cypress, CA 90630, USA Tel: +1 714-230-8333 Fax: +1 714-230-8341 E-mail:

Customer Service: Sales: sales@bravotechinc.com

CustomerService@bravotechinc.com

No.8 Building, Zone #3, Tangtou Industrial Park,

Shiyan, Baoan District, Shenzhen, G u angdong

E-mail:

chinasales@bravotechinc.com

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China

BTI (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.

P.R.China 518102

Tel: +86 755-2951-2233

Fax: +86 755-2951-2299

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation

. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 400cm between the radiator & your body.

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