This document explains how to install and configure the components for a high-speed point-to-point
fixed broadband wireless system using CiscouBR7200 series universal broadband routers. It
includes instructions for installing a wireless modem card, power feed panel, and outdoor unit, as
well as instructions for configuring and verifying the system and troubleshooting the configuration.
The CiscouBR7200 series consists of the 6-slot CiscouBR7246 (four modem card slots and two
port adapter slots) and the 3-slot CiscouBR7223 (two modem card slots and one port adapter slot).
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NoteUse this configuration note in conjunction with the CiscouBR7200 Series Universal
Broadband Router Installation and Configuration Guide and Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Information for the CiscouBR7200 Series Universal Broadband Router that shipped with your
CiscouBR7200 series router, and the Cisco Wireless Broadband Router Site Planning Guide
The following sections are included in this document:
• If You Need More Information, page2
• Wireless Modem Card and Subsystem Overview, page2
• Installation Prerequisites, page7
• Removing and Installing a Wireless Modem Card, page12
• Installing a Power Feed Panel, page16
• Installing an Outdoor Unit, page21
• Configuring a Wireless Modem Card, page25
• Using the Debug Commands, page84
• Reference Information, page88
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If You Need More Information
• Cisco Connection Online, page88
If You Need More Information
The Cisco IOS software running on your router contains extensive features and functionality. The
effective use of many of these features is easier if you have more information. For additional
information on configuring and maintaining the CiscouBR7200 series, the following
documentation resources are available:
• Cisco Documentation CD-ROM
Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a CD-ROM package, which ships
with your product. The Documentation CD-ROM, a member of the Cisco Connection Family, is
updated monthly. Therefore, it might be more current than printed documentation. To order
additional copies of the Documentation CD-ROM, contact your local sales representative or call
customer service. The CD-ROM package is available as a single package or as an annual
subscription. You can also access Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at
http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www-europe.cisco.com.
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• For Cisco IOS software configuration information, refer to the modular configuration and
modular command reference publications in the Cisco IOS software configuration
documentation set that corresponds to the software release installed on your Cisco hardware.
NoteYou can access CiscoIOS software configuration documentation on the World Wide Web
at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, http://www-europe.cisco.com.
• For hardware installation and maintenance information on the CiscouBR7200 series, refer to the
CiscouBR7200 Series Universal Broadband Router Installation and Configuration Guide that
shipped with your CiscouBR7246 or CiscouBR7223.
• For international agency compliance, safety, and statutory information for wide-area network
(WAN) interfaces for the CiscouBR7200 series, refer to the document Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the CiscouBR7200 Series Universal Broadband Router.
• To obtain general information about documentation, refer to the "Cisco Connection Online"
section on page, or call customer service at 800553-6387 or 408526-7208. Customer service
hours are 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pacific time, Monday through Friday (excluding Cisco-observed
holidays). You can also send e-mail to cs-rep@cisco.com, or you can refer to the
CiscoInformation Packet that shipped with your router.
Wireless Modem Card and Subsystem Overview
The Cisco high-speed point-to-point fixed broadband wireless router system provides a fixed,
dedicated wireless link from one site to another. This link delivers 44 Mbps full-duplex data in a 12
MHz RF channel in the MDS band (2.500 to 2.690 GHz).
This broadband wireless router system consists of a CiscouBR7200 Series Universal Broadband
Router (CiscouBR7246, or CiscouBR7223) and one or more wireless modem cards (Figure1),
each with a power feed panel (Figure2), and outdoor unit (ODU) (Figure3). The diversity option
uses two outdoor units, one for each of two antennas.
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Wireless Modem Card and Subsystem Overview
The wireless modem cards are installed in a CiscouBR7200 series router. Each modem card is
cabled to a power feed panel installed either in the same equipment rack as the router or mounted on
the wall. Cables from the power feed panel are connected to the outdoor unit which is installed either
on the antenna pole or on a wall in close proximity to the antenna. The system is managed via a
command line interface (CLI) or CiscoWorks.
Figure1Wireless Modem Card
Figure2Power Feed Panel
Figure3Outdoor Unit (ODU)
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Wireless Modem Card
The wireless modem card provides the control and data interface to the system’s digital motherboard
and the radio frequency (RF) subsystem in the ODU. It also provides the up/down conversion from
baseband to intermediate frequency (IF).
Wireless modem cards consist of the following components:
• Main and diversity serial interface control connectors.
• 10 MHz external reference clock connection.
• Monitor and Power Feed Panel connectors (Main and Diversity)
• Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) which provide a visual indication of the state of the modem card,
as well as providing a mechanism by which specific condition can be easily noted.
NoteThe appearance and meaning of these LEDs can be displayed or modified using the show
interface and led commands. These commands are described in the section "Configuring a
Wireless Modem Card" on
Figure4 shows the connectors and LEDs on the wireless modem card. Table1 describes the
functions of the connectors, and Table2 describes the functions of the LEDs.
Diversity - PFPSMA (female)48 MHz reference, receive and transmit IF signals (when diversity option
is used).
Main - MonitorSMA (female)For connection to spectrum analyzer for test/troubleshooting purposes.
Main - PFPSMA (female)48 MHz reference, receive and transmit IF signals.
Table2Wireless Modem Card LEDs
LEDFunction
Carrier LEDIndicates the state of the radio link. When lit, the radio link is up.
Out of Service LED Indicates the service availability of the radio link. When lit, the radio link is still up, but not
available for use.
Minor Alarm LEDWhen lit, indicates the occurrence of a minor alarm in the radio subsystem. The link is
degraded and may need maintenance action.
Major Alarm LEDWhen lit, indicates the occurrence of a major alarm in the radio subsystem. The link is down.
Power Feed Panel
The power feed panel provides DC power and Tx/Rx and reference signals to the ODU. In addition,
the unit contains circuit breakers and secondary lightning protection circuitry for both the IF and
control cables.
The power feed panel consists of the following components:
• Power LEDs on front and rear panel
• Connector ports
— Coaxial cable connection to the wireless modem card and ODU (Main and Diversity)
— Control cable connection ports to modem card and ODU (Main and Diversity)
• Power ON/OFF switches (Main and Diversity)
• DC power supply terminal block
Figure5 shows the front panel and Figure6 shows the rear panel of the power feed panel. Table3
describes the functions of the LEDs. Table4 describes the functions of the connectors.
Figure5Power Feed Panel (Front Panel)
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Table3Power Feed Panel LEDs
LEDFunction
Main Power On
(visible on front and rear panel)
Diversity Power On
(visible on front and rear panel)
Figure6Power Feed Panel (Rear Panel)
When lit, indicates that there is power going to the main ODU.
When lit, indicates that there is power going to the diversity ODU.
Main ODU ControlDB9 (female)Physical connection to the main ODU for RF
subsystem interface.
Main MC (modem card) Control8-pin RJ45 (female)Physical connection for RF subsystem interface
from modem card.
Diversity ODU ControlDB9 (female)Physical connection to the diversity ODU for RF
subsystem interface.
Diversity MC (modem card) Control8-pin RJ45 (female)Physical connection for RF subsystem interface
from modem card (if diversity option used).
Diversity ODU OutputN-Type (female)Provides signal and power to the diversity ODU.
Diversity MC (modem card)SMA (female)48 MHz reference, receive and transmit IF signals
from the modem card (if diversity option used).
Main ODU OutputN-Type (female)Provides signal and power to the main ODU.
Main MC (modem card)SMA (female)48 MHz reference, receive and transmit IF signals
from the modem card.
DC Power InputPluggable terminal block Power source for the main and diversity ODUs.
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Outdoor Unit (ODU)
The ruggedized ODU is the control and data interface to the indoor subsystems. It provides up/down
conversion from IF to RF frequencies and power amplification.
The outdoor unit consists of the following components:
• RF head
• Connector ports for IF input, control, and test
• Duplexor assembly with antenna connection
Figure7 shows the connectors on the outdoor subsystem, and Table5 describes their use.
Figure7Outdoor Unit Connectors
Outdoor Unit (ODU)
Table5Outdoor Unit Connectors
ConnectorTypeFunction
Antenna connectorN-type weatherized (female)Antenna connection
IF Input N-type weatherized (female)Carries receive and transmit IF signals and power
ControlLemoRF subsystem interface
TestPhono (female)Antenna alignment
Installation Prerequisites
This section provides a list of parts and tools you need to remove and replace a wireless modem card
in the CiscouBR7200 series router, install the power feed panel in an equipment rack or on the wall,
and install the outdoor unit at the antenna site. This section also includes safety and ESD-prevention
guidelines to help you avoid injury to yourself and damage to the equipment.
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Parts and Tools
The following sections describe the parts and tools required to install each of the components. If you
need more detailed information regarding cables or connectors, refer to the Cisco Wireless Broadband Router Site Planning Guide.
Wireless Modem Card
You need the following tools and parts to remove and replace a wireless modem card. If you need
additional equipment, contact a service representative for ordering information.
• New wireless modem card
• No.2 Phillips screwdriver
• 5/16 in. open end wrench
• Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all
• Antistatic mat or surface
upgrade kits, FRUs, and spares
Power Feed Panel
• Static shielding bag
• Cable with RJ45 connectors and coaxial cable with SMA connectors for connections between the
modem card and the power feed panel. (Standard sets of these cables can be purchased from
Cisco.)
• SMA (male) to BNC (male) adapter cable and coaxial cable for cabling the 10 MHz clock.
You need the following tools and parts to install the power feed panel in an equipment rack. If you
need additional equipment, contact a service representative for ordering information.
• Power feed panel
• No.2 Phillips screwdriver
• Bracket kit (provided)
• Rack mount or wall mount screws
• 1/8 in. blade screwdriver
• 5/16 in. open end wrench
• Cables with N-type (male) connectors for IF control
• Cables with DB9 (male) and Lemo (male) connectors (Lemo connector provided)
• 48VDC power supply
Outdoor Unit
You need the following tools and parts to install the outdoor unit. If you need additional equipment,
contact a service representative for ordering information.
• Outdoor unit
• Duplexor assembly
• No.2 Phillips screwdriver
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• Mounting kit (provided)
• Cable with N-type (male) connectors to cable the ODU to the antenna
• Mini-phone with 3.5 mm mono phone plug to use for antenna alignment tasks
Software and Hardware Requirements
The following hardware is required:
• Configured CiscouBR7200 series router
The following software is required:
• The CiscouBR7200 series router must be running Cisco IOS Release 12.0(6)XA or later.
Safety Guidelines
Following are safety guidelines that you should follow when working with any equipment that
connects to electrical power or telephone wiring.
Software and Hardware Requirements
Safety Warnings
WarningThis warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury.
Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and
be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. To see translations of the warnings that
appear in this publication, refer to the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document that
accompanied this device.
Waarschuwing Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U verkeert in een situatie die
lichamelijk letsel kan veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige apparatuur gaat werken, dient u zich bewust
te zijn van de bij elektrische schakelingen betrokken risico's en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van
standaard maatregelen om ongelukken te voorkomen. Voor vertalingen van de waarschuwingen die
in deze publicatie verschijnen, kunt u het document Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
(Informatie over naleving van veiligheids- en andere voorschriften) raadplegen dat bij dit toestel is
ingesloten.
VaroitusTämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Olet tilanteessa, joka voi johtaa ruumiinvammaan.
Ennen kuin työskentelet minkään laitteiston parissa, ota selvää sähkökytkentöihin liittyvistä
vaaroista ja tavanomaisista onnettomuuksien ehkäisykeinoista. Tässä julkaisussa esiintyvien
varoitusten käännökset löydät laitteen mukana olevasta Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information -kirjasesta (määräysten noudattaminen ja tietoa turvallisuudesta).
Attention Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation
pouvant causer des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de travailler sur un équipement,
soyez conscient des dangers posés par les circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les
procédures couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents. Pour prendre connaissance des
traductions d’avertissements figurant dans cette publication, consultez le document Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Conformité aux règlements et consignes de sécurité) qui
accompagne cet appareil.
Warnung Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu einer
Körperverletzung führen könnte. Bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an irgendeinem Gerät beginnen, seien Sie
sich der mit elektrischen Stromkreisen verbundenen Gefahren und der Standardpraktiken zur
Vermeidung von Unfällen bewußt. Übersetzungen der in dieser Veröffentlichung enthaltenen
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Warnhinweise finden Sie im Dokument Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
(Informationen zu behördlichen Vorschriften und Sicherheit), das zusammen mit diesem Gerät
geliefert wurde.
Avvertenza Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione potrebbe causare
infortuni alle persone. Prima di lavorare su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre conoscere i pericoli
relativi ai circuiti elettrici ed essere al corrente delle pratiche standard per la prevenzione di incidenti.
La traduzione delle avvertenze riportate in questa pubblicazione si trova nel documento Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Conformità alle norme e informazioni sulla sicurezza) che
accompagna questo dispositivo.
Advarsel Dette varselsymbolet betyr fare. Du befinner deg i en situasjon som kan føre til
personskade. Før du utfører arbeid på utstyr, må du vare oppmerksom på de faremomentene som
elektriske kretser innebærer, samt gjøre deg kjent med vanlig praksis når det gjelder å unngå ulykker.
Hvis du vil se oversettelser av de advarslene som finnes i denne publikasjonen, kan du se i
dokumentet Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Overholdelse av forskrifter og
sikkerhetsinformasjon) som ble levert med denne enheten.
Aviso Este símbolo de aviso indica perigo. Encontra-se numa situação que lhe poderá causar danos
físicos. Antes de começar a trabalhar com qualquer equipamento, familiarize-se com os perigos
relacionados com circuitos eléctricos, e com quaisquer práticas comuns que possam prevenir
possíveis acidentes. Para ver as traduções dos avisos que constam desta publicação, consulte o
documento Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Informação de Segurança e Disposições
Reguladoras) que acompanha este dispositivo.
¡Advertencia! Este símbolo de aviso significa peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física. Antes
de manipular cualquier equipo, considerar los riesgos que entraña la corriente eléctrica y
familiarizarse con los procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes. Para ver una traducción
de las advertencias que aparecen en esta publicación, consultar el documento titulado Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Información sobre seguridad y conformidad con las
disposiciones reglamentarias) que se acompaña con este dispositivo.
Varning! Denna varningssymbol signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan leda till
personskada. Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara medveten om farorna med
elkretsar och känna till vanligt förfarande för att förebygga skador. Se förklaringar av de varningar
som förkommer i denna publikation i dokumentet Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
(Efterrättelse av föreskrifter och säkerhetsinformation), vilket medföljer denna anordning.
Electrical Equipment Guidelines
Follow these basic guidelines when working with any electrical equipment:
• Before beginning any procedures requiring access to the chassis interior, locate the emergency
power-off switch for the room in which you are working.
• Disconnect all power and external cables before moving a chassis.
• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.
• Never assume that power has been disconnected from a circuit; always check.
• Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment
unsafe.
• Carefully examine your work area for possible hazards such as moist floors, ungrounded power
extension cables, and missing safety grounds.
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Telephone Wiring Guidelines
Use the following guidelines when working with any equipment that is connected to telephone
wiring or to other network cabling:
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet
locations.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damages equipment and impairs electrical circuitry. ESD occurs when
printed circuit boards are improperly handled and results in complete or intermittent failures
The network processing engine, I/O controller, port adapters, and wireless modem cards consist of
a printed circuit board that is fixed in a metal carrier. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding,
connectors, and a handle are integral components of the carrier. Handle the network processing
engine, I/O controller, port adapters, and wireless modem cards by their carrier edges and handles;
never touch the printed circuit board when handling either component.
Safety Guidelines
Figure8 shows the location of a printed circuit board when it is installed in a network processing
engine, I/O controller, or CiscouBR7200 series modem card metal carrier. Do not touch the printed
circuit board when handling either component.
Figure8Handling the Cisco uBR7200 Series Wireless Modem Cards—Side View
Although the metal carrier helps to protect the printed circuit boards from ESD, wear a preventive
antistatic strap whenever handling the network processing engine, I/O controller, port adapters, or
wireless modem cards. Ensure that the strap makes good skin contact and connect the strap’s clip to
an unpainted chassis surface to safely channel unwanted ESD voltages to ground.
If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of the chassis.
CautionMake sure to tighten the captive installation screws on the network processing engine, the
I/O controller, and the wireless modem cards (use a number2 Phillips screwdriver). These screws
prevent accidental removal, provide proper grounding for the router, and help to ensure that the
network processing engine, I/O controller, and modem cards are properly seated in the router
midplane.
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Following are guidelines for preventing ESD damage:
• Always use an ESD wrist strap or ankle strap when installing or replacing the network processing
engine, I/O controller, port adapters, or modem cards. Ensure that the ESD strap makes contact
with your skin.
• Handle the network processing engine, I/O controller, port adapters, or modem cards by their
metal carrier edges and handles only; avoid touching the printed circuit board components or any
connector pins.
• When removing the network processing engine, I/O controller, port adapters, or wireless modem
cards, place them on an antistatic surface with the printed circuit board components facing
upward, or in a static shielding bag. If you are returning an I/O controller, network processing
engine, port adapter, or modem card to the factory, immediately place it in a static shielding bag.
CautionPeriodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be
within the range of 1 and 10 megohm (Mohm).
Compliance with U.S. Export Laws and Regulations Regarding Encryption
This product performs encryption (in the baseline privacy feature) and is regulated for export by the
U.S. Government. Following is specific information regarding compliance with U.S. export laws and
regulations for encryption products:
• This product is not authorized fur use by persons located outside the United States and Canada
that do not have export license authority from the U.S. Government.
• This product may not be exported outside the U.S. and Canada either by physical or electronic
means without the prior written approval of the U.S. Government.
• Persons outside the U.S. and Canada may not reexport, resell, or transfer this product by either
physical or electronic means without prior written approval of the U.S. Government.
Removing and Installing a Wireless Modem Card
The following sections explain how to remove and replace or install a wireless modem card in a
CiscouBR7200 series router.
Removing a Wireless Modem Card
The following procedures explain how to remove a wireless modem card from a CiscouBR7200
series router:
Step1Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap between you and an unfinished chassis surface.
Step2Unscrew the captive installation screws on the front of the wireless modem card. (See
Figure9.)
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Figure9Captive Installation Screws
Step3
Step4With the wireless modem card halfway out of the slot, disconnect all cables from the front
Step5After disconnecting the cables, pull the modem card from its chassis slot.
CautionAlways handle the wireless modem card by the carrier edges and handle; never touch the
modem card’s components or connector pins. (See Figure8.)
Step6Place the modem card on an antistatic surface with its components facing upward, or in
This completes the procedure for removing a wireless modem card from the CiscouBR7200 series
router.
Grasp the handle on the wireless modem card and carefully pull the modem card from the
midplane, about halfway out of its slot. If you are removing a blank modem card, pull the
blank modem card all the way out of the chassis slot.
of the modem card.
a static shielding bag. If the modem card will be returned to the factory, immediately
place it in a static shielding bag.
Installing or Replacing a Wireless Modem Card
Complete the following steps to install or replace a wireless modem card in the CiscouBR7200
series router:
Step1Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap between you and an unfinished chassis surface.
Step2Use both hands to grasp the modem card by its metal carrier edges and position the
modem card so that its components are downward. (See Figure8.)
Step3Align the left and right edges of the modem card metal carrier between the guides in the
modem card slot. (For the CiscouBR7246, see Figure10. For the CiscouBR7223, see
Figure11.)
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Figure10Aligning the Wireless Modem Card Metal Carrier Between the Slot Guides
(CiscouBR7246 Shown)
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Figure11Aligning the Wireless Modem Card Metal Carrier Between the Slot Guides
(CiscouBR7223 Shown)
Step4
With the metal carrier aligned in the slot guides, gently slide the modem card halfway into
the modem card slot.
CautionDo not slide the modem card all the way into the slot until you have connected all required
cables. Trying to do so will disrupt normal operation of the router.
Step5With the modem card halfway in the slot, connect all required cables to the front of the
modem card. (See the section "Cabling a Wireless Modem Card" on Page3.)
Step6After connecting all required cables, carefully slide the modem card all the way into the
slot until you feel the card’s connectors mate with the midplane.
Step7Tighten the captive installation screws on the modem card. (See Figure9.)
NoteIf the modem card captive installation screws do not tighten all the way, the card
is not completely seated in the midplane. Carefully pull the modem card halfway out of
the slot, reinsert it, and tighten the captive installation screws.
This completes the procedure for installing a wireless modem card in the CiscouBR7200 series
router.
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Cabling a Wireless Modem Card
Attaching the RF Control Cables
Insert the RJ45 connector on the control cable into the Main Control connector port. If you will be
using the diversity option, use a second cable and attach it to the Diversity Control connector port.
Attaching the IF and Monitor Cables
Connect one end of the IF signal cable to the Main PFP port. If you will be using the diversity option,
use a second cable and attach it to the Diversity PFP port.
(Optional) To use a spectrum analyzer to test or troubleshoot the signal on the modem card, attach
it to the Main Monitor port or Diversity Monitor port.
Cabling the 10 MHz Clock
To connect to a 10 MHz clock, connect an SMA to BMC adapter to the 10 MHz IN connector port.
Attach the clock cable’s BNC connector to the adapter.
This completes the procedure for installing a wireless modem card in the CiscouBR7200 series
router.
Installing a Power Feed Panel
A power feed panel can be mounted in a 19-inch rack or mounted on a wall. The unit can be
co-located with the router or placed near the outdoor unit, depending on your site requirements.
NoteAt least one rack unit space must exist between the uBR and the power feed panel or between
multiple power feed panels.
Rack-Mounting a Power Feed Panel
A power feed panel can be rack-mounted with either the front panel or the rear panel facing forward
depending on the cable handling requirements of your site, or in a center-mount telco rack. The
power LEDs are visible on both the front and rear panels.
Attaching the Brackets
To install a power feed panel with the front panel facing forward, attach the brackets to both sides of
the unit as shown in Figure12.
Figure12Bracket Installation - Front Panel Forward
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Rack-Mounting a Power Feed Panel
To install a power feed panel with the rear panel facing forward, attach the brackets to both sides of
the unit as shown in Figure13.
Figure13Bracket Installation - Rear Panel Forward
To install a power feed panel in a center-mount telco rack, attach the brackets to both sides of the
unit as shown in Figure14.
After the brackets are secured, attach the brackets on both sides of the power feed panel to the rack
as shown in Figure15.
Figure15Attaching the Power Feed Panel to a Rack
Wall-Mounting the Power Feed Panel
To wall-mount the unit, use the same brackets as those used to install the power feed panel in an
equipment rack.
Use the following steps to wall-mount the power feed panel:
Step1Attach the brackets to both sides of the power feed panel as shown in Figure16.
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Figure16Attaching the Wall Mount Brackets
Step2
Figure17Wall-Mounting the Power Feed Panel
Attach the power feed panel to the wall as shown in Figure17, using (customer provided)
screws and anchors. To best support the power feed panel and cables, attach the brackets
so that the screws align with a vertical wall stud. (SeeFigure17.) This position will
prevent the unit from pulling away from the wall when the cables are attached.
Note
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Wiring the DC Power
Follow the procedures in this section to wire the DC power.
NoteThe color coding of DC-input power supply leads depends on the color coding of the DC
power source at your site. Typically, green or green/yellow is used for ground, black is used for +48V
(return), and red or white is used for –48V. Make certain the lead color coding you choose for the
DC-input power supply matches lead color coding at the DC power source.
WarningBefore working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including
rings, necklaces, and watches). metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and
can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals.
WarningBefore performing any of the following procedures, ensure that the power is removed
from the DC circuit. To ensure that all power is OFF, locate the circuit breaker on the panel board
that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the OFF position, and tape the switch
handle of the circuit breaker in the OFF position.
Wiring the DC Power
Wiring the DC power consists of attaching the wires of the DC power source to a removable wiring
block, then plugging that block into the connection on the power feed panel. Refer to Figure19 and
Figure20 and follow these steps.
Step1Ensure that the leads are disconnected from the power source.
WarningThe Illustration shows the DC power supply terminal block. Wire the DC power supply
using the appropriate wire terminations at the wiring end, as illustrated. The proper wiring sequence
is ground to ground, positive to positive (line to +), and negative to negative (neutral to –). Note that
the ground wire should always be connected first and disconnected last.
WarningWhen stranded wiring is required, use approved wiring terminations, such as closed-loop
or spade-type with upturned lugs. These terminations should be the appropriate size for the wires
and should clamp both the insulation and the conductor.
Step2Ensure that the power switch for both the main and diversity ODU are in the OFF (0)
position. (See Figure18.)
Figure18ODU Power Switches
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Step3Using a wire stripper, strip approximately 0.55 in. (14 mm) from the +48V, –48V and
Step4Insert the stripped ends of the wire in the removable wiring block according to the scheme
Figure19Wiring Connections
ground leads.
in Figure19. Figure19 illustrates the polarity of each connection. The connection on the
left is for the –48VDC wire, the middle connection is for safety ground. The connection
on the right is for the positive return wire.
Secure the wires using the 1/8 in. blade screwdriver to tighten the screws in the top of the
terminal block.
Step5Connect the DC input wiring to the DC source.
WarningFor personal safety, the green or green/yellow wire must connect to safety (earth) ground
at both the equipment and supply side of the DC wiring.
Step6Plug the terminal block into the receptacle on the power feed panel. (See Figure20.)
Figure20Plugging the Terminal Block into the Receptacle
Warning
After wiring the DC power supply, remove the tape from the circuit breaker switch handle
and reinstate power by moving the handle of the circuit breaker to the ON position.
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Cabling the Power Feed Panel
Connecting the Control Cables (from the Modem Card)
Attach the end of the control cable coming from the Control-Main port on the modem card to the
Control-Main/MC port on the power feed panel. If you will be using the diversity option, also attach
the second control cable coming from the Control-Diversity port on the modem card to the
Control-Diversity/MC port on the power feed panel.
Connecting the Control Cables (to the ODU)
Attach a cable with a DB9 connector to the Control-Main/ODU port on the power feed panel. If you
will be using the diversity feature, attach a second cable to the Control-Diversity/ODU port.
Connecting the IF Cables (from the Modem Card)
Connect the cables coming from the Main/PFP port of the modem card to the Main/MC port on the
power feed panel. If you will be using the diversity feature, also connect the cable coming from the
Diversity/PFP port of the modem card to the Diversity/MC port on the power feed panel.
Cabling the Power Feed Panel
Connecting the IF Cables (to the ODU)
Attach one end of the IF cable to the Main-ODU/Output connector. If you will be using the diversity
feature, attach a second cable to the Diversity-ODU/Output connector.
This completes the procedure for installing and cabling a power feed panel.
Installing an Outdoor Unit
Installing an outdoor unit (ODU) requires the installation of the duplexor assembly prior to
mounting the ODU either on an antenna pole or on a wall.
Installing the Duplexor in the Outdoor Unit
The duplexor acts as a filter for Tx/Rx isolation. The duplexor assembly is shipped as a separate unit
based on the RF channel plan you have selected for your installation.
Figure21Duplexor Assembly
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Determining the Orientation of the Duplexor
The orientation of the duplexor when installed in the ODU, will determine its function.
Figure22Duplexor Orientation
Installing the Duplexor in the ODU
Figure23Installing the Duplexor
Mounting the Outdoor Unit
The ODU can be mounted either on the antenna pole or on a wall depending on site requirements.
A mounting kit is included for this purpose.
Mounting the Outdoor Unit on an Antenna Pole
Use the following steps to mount the outdoor unit on an antenna pole:
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[CAUTIONS]
Step1
Figure24Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Antenna Pole
Step2
Step3
Figure25Attaching the ODU to the Mounting Bracket
Step4
Step5
Mounting the Outdoor Unit on a Wall
Use the following steps to mount the outdoor unit on a wall:
[CAUTIONS]
Step1
Figure26Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Wall
Step2
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Step3
Figure27Attaching the ODU to the Mounting Bracket
Step4
Step5
Cabling the Outdoor Unit
Cables leading to the ODU may require through-bulkhead connectors, lightning protection, or other
accessories. For more detailed information concerning these items, refer to the Cisco Wireless Broadband Router Site Planning Guide.
Connecting the Control Cable
Connect the control cable from the power feed panel port marked Main/ODU to the Control
connector on the Main ODU. (See Figure7.)
If the diversity feature is being used, connect the control cable from the power feed panel port
marked Diversity/ODU to the Control connector on the Diversity ODU.
Connecting the IF Cable
NoteEnsure that the power switch (on the power feed panel) for both the Main and Diversity ODU
are in the OFF (0) position. (See Figure18.)
Connect the IF cable from the power feed panel port marked Main-ODU/Output to the IF Input
connector on the Main ODU. (See Figure7.)
If the diversity feature is being used, connect the IF cable from the power feed panel port marked
Diversity-ODU/Output to the IF Input connector on the Diversity ODU.
Connecting the Antenna Cable
Connect the RF cable leading to the Main antenna to the N connector on the duplexor on the Main
ODU. (See Figure7.)
If the diversity feature is being used, connect the RF cable leading to the Diversity antenna to the N
connector on the duplexor on the Diversity ODU.
This completes the procedure for installing and cabling an outdoor unit.
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Configuring a Wireless Modem Card
After you have installed or replaced a wireless modem card, you must use the Cisco IOS software
command-line interface (CLI) to configure the modem card for correct operations of the card and
wireless subsystems. The commands for login and completing the configuration are described in this
section. Commands are also provided to enable you to verify the individual tasks in the configuration
process.
NoteYou must perform a basic configuration of the CiscouBR7200 series router before
configuring the wireless modem cards. refer to the CiscouBR7200 Series Universal Broadband
Router Installation and Configuration Guide publication that shipped with your CiscouBR7246 or
CiscouBR7223 for more information.
Syntax Conventions
The following conventions are used in the:
ConventionMeaning
command-nameThe actual CLI command
<replaceable parameters>A parameter that the user needs to substitute to identify the object of interest.
[optional parameter]A parameter that need not be specified. If specified it will qualify the command for the
specified subset.
keywordA keyword that has significance in the context it is being used.
{choice1 | choice2}Represents the set of choices, one of which must be specified
(detail1, detail2)Details displayed by the CLI in response to a show command
Configuring a Wireless Modem Card
login
NoteAll examples in the following sections use the hostname of WMCS01.
Use the steps in Table6 to login and start the configuration process.
NoteSome commands require privileged configuration access privileges. These commands are
marked “Privileged configuration access is required”.
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Enter Exec mode.
Enter the password.
You are in Exec mode when the prompt changes
to
WMCS01(boot)#.
Enter Privileged Configuration mode.
Enter the Privileged Configuration password.
You are in this mode when the prompt changes to
WMCS01(boot)(config)#.
Enter Interface Configuration mode for the
specified modem card.
You are in this mode when the prompt changes to
WMC01(boot)(config-if)#
show controllers
Use this command to display all or a subset of attributes of a particular modem card. If none of the
options are specified, all the hardware subsystem(s) information will be displayed. Commonly
displayed parameters are shown in the "Display Elements" section. Actual output parameters depend
on the hardware and implementation. Privileged configuration access is required.
Unless an error occurs, no notifications are displayed on the console.
show controllers radio <slot number>/<port number> [{if | rf | fir | codec | dsp | arq | pci | phy
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show controllers
slot numberPositive integer representing the CiscouBR7200 series slot number.
port numberPositive integer representing the port number on that slot.
if(version, freq, register1)
versionName, version of the module.
freqIntermediate frequency being used.
register1IF Register 1.
rf(version, freq, power)
versionName, version of the module.
freqCurrent operating frequency.
powerMinimum, maximum power capacity.
fir(version, firThresh,)
versionName, version of the module.
firThreshQueue threshold.