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MobileAccessVE
LTE 700 MHz MIMO
Instant Coverage Solution
User Manual
P/N: 709C006202
REV: A00
Date: OCT 2010
User Manual
Preface Material
MobileAccess
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LTE 700 MHz MobileAccessVE Instant Coverage Solution User Manual II
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Policy for Warrantee and Repair
MobileAccess tests and inspects all its products to verify their quality and reliability. MobileAccess uses every reasonable
precaution to ensure that each unit meets their declared specifications before shipment. Customers should advise their
incoming inspection, assembly, and test personnel about the precautions required in handling and testing our products.
Many of these precautions can be found in this manual.
The products are covered by the following warranties:
General Warranty
MobileAccess warrants to the original purchaser all standard products sold by MobileAccess to be free of defects in
material and workmanship for one (1) year from date of shipment from MobileAccess. During the warranty period,
MobileAccess will repair or replace any product that MobileAccess proves to be defective. This warranty does not apply to
any product that has been subject to alteration, abuse, improper installation or application, accident, electrical or
environmental over-stress, negligence in use, storage, transportation or handling.
Specific Product Warranty Instructions
All MobileAccess products are warranted against defects in workmanship, materials and construction, and to no further
extent. Any claim for repair or replacement of units found to be defective on incoming inspection by a customer must be
made within (30) days of receipt of shipment, or within (30) days of discovery of a defect within the warranty period.
This warranty is the only warranty made by MobileAccess and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied.
MobileAccess sales agents or representatives are not authorized to make commitments on warranty returns.
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Returns
In the event that it is necessary to return any product against above warranty, the following procedure shall be followed:
1. Return authorization is to be received from MobileAccess prior to returning any unit. Advise MobileAccess of the model,
serial number, and discrepancy. The unit may then be forwarded to MobileAccess, transportation prepaid. Devices
returned collect or without authorization may not be accepted.
2. Prior to repair, MobileAccess will advise the customer of our test results and any charges for repairing customer-caused
problems or out-of-warranty conditions etc.
3. Repaired products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period, or at least 90 days from date of
shipment.
Limitations of Liabilities
MobileAccess's liability on any claim, of any kind, including negligence for any loss or damage arising from, connected
with, or resulting from the purchase order, contract, quotation, or from the performance or breach thereof, or from the
design, manufacture, sale, delivery, installation, inspection, operation or use of any equipment covered by or furnished
under this contact, shall in no case exceed the purchase price of the device which gives rise to the claim.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, MOBILEACCESS MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WITH
RESPECT TO ANY GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICES PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
MOBILEACCESS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER DAMAGE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH FURNISHING OF GOODS, PARTS
AND SERVICE HEREUNDER, OR THE PERFORMANCE, USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE THE GOODS, PARTS AND SERVICE.
Reporting Defects
The units were inspected before shipment and found to be free of mechanical and electrical defects.
Examine the units for any damage that may have been caused in transit. If damage is discovered, file a claim with the
freight carrier immediately. Notify MobileAccess as soon as possible.
Note: Keep all packing material until you have completed the inspection
Safety Warnings
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirement, adhere to the following warnings:
Warning! The Access Pod with its built-in antenna must be installed with a separation distance of at least 20cm from all
persons and must not be located in conjunction with any other antenna.
Warning! The outside antenna must be installed with a separation of at least 20cm from all persons and must not be
located in conjunction with any other antenna.
Warning! Use of this Access Pod with antennas other than those illustrated could be hazardous. Before using other
antennas, contact MobileAccess Support.
Caution: Double pole/neutral fusing (two fuses in the appliance inlet)
Approved Antennas for use with the MobileAccessVE Solution
The gain of external antennas connected to the VAPs should not exceed 10 dBi.
Compliance with RF Safety Requirements
MobileAccess products have no inherent significant RF radiation.
The RF level on the down link is very low at the downlink ports. Therefore, there is no dangerous RF radiation when the
antenna is not connected.
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Certification and Compliance to Standards
Category
Standards
Safety:
IEC 60950-1: 2003; UL-60950-1:2003; CAN/CSA – C22.2 No 60950-1-03
EMC:
47CFR 15.109 FCC Part 15
Radio:
FCC Part 27
ISO 9001
2000 and ISO 13485: 2003
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About This Guide
Abbreviation
Description
LTE
Long Term Evolution
MIMO
Multiple Input Multiple Output
PoE
Power Over Ethernet
PSE
Power Sourcing Equipment
SME
Small / Medium Enterprise
STP
Shielded Twisted Pair
UTP
Unshielded Twisted Pair
VAP
VE Access Pod
VCU
VE Control Unit
This guide provides essential product functionality with all the information necessary for proper
installation and configuration of the MobileAccessVE system.
List of Acronyms
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Table of Contents
1 Overview ............................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Key Features and Capabilities ....................................................................................................... 2
1.2 System Architecture ..................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 System Elements ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.3.1 VE Control Unit (VCU) ......................................................................................................... 4
1.3.1.1 VCU Front Panel ..................................................................................................... 4
1.3.1.2 VCU Rear Panel ...................................................................................................... 6
1.3.2 VE Access Pod (VAP) .......................................................................................................... 6
1.4 System Monitoring and Management............................................................................................. 8
1.4.1 Integration with an External Fault Management System ........................................................ 8
2 Installation Workflow ......................................................................................................... 9
3 Infrastructure Requirements and Layout Planning ........................................................ 10
3.1 General Information on Location and Connections ....................................................................... 10
3.2 Infrastructure Requirements ....................................................................................................... 11
3.3 Coverage and Installation Planning ............................................................................................. 12
3.3.1 Types of Environments ..................................................................................................... 12
3.3.1.1 Standard Environment .......................................................................................... 13
3.3.1.2 Open Environment ............................................................................................... 13
3.3.1.3 Dense Environment: ............................................................................................. 13
3.3.1.4 Combination of Environments ............................................................................... 13
3.4 Planning VAP Layout .................................................................................................................. 14
3.4.1 RF Coverage Factors ......................................................................................................... 14
3.4.2 Mapping Locations ............................................................................................................ 14
3.4.3 Optional Directional Antennas ........................................................................................... 14
3.4.4 Installation Plan Example .................................................................................................. 15
4 VCU Unit Installation and Provisioning .......................................................................... 17
4.1 VCU Kit Contents ....................................................................................................................... 17
4.2 VCU Physical Installation ............................................................................................................ 18
4.2.1 Master VCU Installation ..................................................................................................... 18
4.2.1.1 Master VCU Alarm Output Connections .................................................................. 19
4.2.2 Slave VCU Installation ....................................................................................................... 20
4.3 Ethernet Cable Connections to VAPs............................................................................................ 21
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4.3.1 Shifting Relevant Ethernet LAN Connections ....................................................................... 21
4.3.2 Operation with LAN utilizing Power over Ethernet (PoE) ...................................................... 23
4.4 Provisioning the VE Control Unit.................................................................................................. 23
4.4.1 Configure the Computer IP Parameters .............................................................................. 23
4.4.2 Provisioning the Master VCU Unit ...................................................................................... 24
4.4.3 Setting RF Parameters ...................................................................................................... 29
4.4.4 Verifying System Operation ............................................................................................... 31
4.4.5 Provisioning the Slave VCUs .............................................................................................. 34
5 VAP Installation and Provisioning .................................................................................. 35
5.1 VAP Installation ......................................................................................................................... 35
5.2 Desk and Wall Mount VAP Installations ....................................................................................... 36
5.2.1 VAP Kit Contents .............................................................................................................. 36
5.2.2 Desk Mount Installation .................................................................................................... 37
5.2.3 Wall Mount Installation ..................................................................................................... 38
5.3 Horizontal Ceiling Mount VAP Installations ................................................................................... 39
5.3.1 VAP Kit Contents .............................................................................................................. 39
5.3.2 Lowered Ceiling Installation .............................................................................................. 40
5.3.3 Concrete/Wood Ceiling Installation .................................................................................... 41
5.3.4 Connecting VAP and Verifying Normal Operation ................................................................ 43
5.4 Vertical Ceiling Mount VAP Installations ....................................................................................... 44
5.4.1 VAP Kit Contents .............................................................................................................. 44
5.4.2 Lowered Ceiling Installation .............................................................................................. 45
5.4.3 Concrete/Wood Ceiling Installation .................................................................................... 47
5.4.4 Connecting VAP and Verifying Normal Operation ................................................................ 49
5.5 Verifying VAP Coverage Area ...................................................................................................... 49
5.6 Naming the VAPs, Verifying Connections and Monitoring .............................................................. 50
5.7 Provisioning the VAPs ................................................................................................................. 50
5.7.1 Verifying Normal VAP Operation ........................................................................................ 50
5.7.2 Naming the VAP ............................................................................................................... 51
6 Navigating the Web Access Application ........................................................................ 52
6.1 Opening a Session and Authentication Levels .............................................................................. 52
6.2 About the MobileAccessVE Web Access Window .......................................................................... 53
6.3 Configuration Tab ...................................................................................................................... 54
6.3.1 Network Topology Tree .................................................................................................... 55
6.3.1.1 Removing Network Element from Baseline ............................................................. 56
6.3.2 Configuration Display Area ................................................................................................ 57
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6.4 Management Tab ....................................................................................................................... 58
7 VCU Monitoring and Configuration ................................................................................. 59
7.1 Viewing VCU General Information ............................................................................................... 59
7.2 Viewing VCU Alarms ................................................................................................................... 60
7.3 Master VCU RF Parameters ......................................................................................................... 61
8 VAP Monitoring and Configuration ................................................................................. 63
8.1 Viewing VAP General Information ............................................................................................... 63
8.2 Viewing VAP Alarms ................................................................................................................... 64
8.3 VAP RF Parameters .................................................................................................................... 65
9 Administrative Operations............................................................................................... 67
9.1 Changing Password .................................................................................................................... 67
9.2 Retrieving VCU IP Address .......................................................................................................... 68
9.3 IP Settings ................................................................................................................................ 69
9.4 SNMP Configuration Parameters ................................................................................................. 71
9.5 Upgrading (or Downgrading) VCU and VAP Software ................................................................... 72
9.5.1 Upgrading the VAP SW ..................................................................................................... 73
9.5.2 Upgrading the VCU SW ..................................................................................................... 75
10 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... 76
10.1 Finding a Specific VAP in the Building .......................................................................................... 76
10.2 Wireless Service is Not Available ................................................................................................. 78
10.3 PoE is Not Working .................................................................................................................... 78
10.4 Ethernet Service is Degraded ...................................................................................................... 79
10.5 No Service from Connected Access Pod ....................................................................................... 79
10.6 VCU Cannot be Monitored via SNMP ............................................................................................ 81
Appendices ............................................................................................................................. 82
Traps ............................................................................................................................................... 82
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1 Overview
The MobileAccessVE LTE 700 MHz MIMO solution provides enhanced, cost effective, in-building
LTE MIMO coverage for any small-to-large sized enterprise environment. This solution is quickly
and easily deployed using the existing Ethernet cabling infrastructure without affecting existing
LAN services or performance.
The VE solution distributes LTE MIMO service to VE Access Pods (VAPs) installed throughout the
enterprise, which distribute the services via integrated internal antennas (or optional external
antennas), and provide Ethernet connectivity and PoE pass-through to LAN terminals.
MobileAccessVE seamlessly coexists with the Enterprise LAN and does not consume LAN
capacity.
The VAPs are distributed on each floor and plug into existing standard Ethernet jacks. They are
powered via PoE technology and managed via a VE Control Unit (VCU) located in the floor’s
IDF/Telco closet. For site coverage that requires more than one VCU, several VCUs can be
aggregated under a single Master VCU. The Master VCU provides the interface to the carrier’s
capacity sources and management.
This enhanced LTE 700 MHz MIMO coverage solution can be quickly and easily installed with
minimal disturbance to the enterprise. In less than a few hours and with no additional cables
being required, a scalable and flexible solution is provided at a significantly lower total
installation cost.
The following figures illustrate
In a single-tier installation the VCU is connected to both the service provider’s equipment and
the Ethernet switch, and distributes Ethernet and mobile services to up to 12 VAPs distributed
over one more adjacent floors.
single-tier
and
multi-tier
VE installations.
Figure 1-1. Single-Tier VE Installation
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Overview
Multi-tier installation includes the Master VCU that supports up to 12 Slave VCUs. In this type of
installation the provider’s services are fed to the Master VCU through which the Slave VCUs are
controlled and managed.
Figure 1-2. Multi-Tier VE Installation
1.1 Key Features and Capabilities
Simple Installation - Deployed in only a few hours, with minimum disturbance to the
enterprise.
VAPs connect over existing CAT-5e/6 cabling infrastructure and existing Ethernet jacks.
VAPs are remotely powered using Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). Local power is not required.
Minimum macro-network impact with low power distributed coverage.
Seamlessly coexists with the Enterprise LAN and does not consume LAN capacity.
Connects to all types of capacity sources, including BTS, picocells, femtocells, and BDAs.
VAPs can easily be relocated for coverage modifications as needed.
Ease of expansion provides “pay as you grow” scalability.
Support of connected IP devices (Wi-Fi APs, IP phones, etc.) with Ethernet/IP pass through
and PoE maximizes placement flexibility.
Remote end-to-end system monitoring, management, and configuration via a single
connection to the master VCU using a standard web browser and SNMP.
Base Line feature that clearly shows VAPs/VCUs where communication has been lost.
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1.2 System Architecture
Note: If the Master VCU supports VAPs (in
addition to VCUs), the relevant Ethernet ports
are also connected to an Ethernet switch.
Main Elements - The MobileAccessVE solution is based on the following main elements:
VE Control Unit (VCU) – Provides interface to up to 12 VAPs, and the central interface for
managing the VE deployment. In Master/Slave mode, it can serve to expand the network
coverage with additional VCUs serving as Slaves and a single control point at the Master.
Slave mode is automatically detected when a Slave VCU detects that it is connected to the
Master VCU.
Master VE Control Unit (Master VCU) – Installed in the main IDF/Telco closet, the
Master VCU interfaces with the service provider’s RF capacity sources and provides
secure, central management to up to twelve VCUs and VAP devices in any combination.
The Master and Slave VCUs are connected using
Slave VE Control Unit (Slave VCU) – Installed in the IDF/Telco closet and used to
expand coverage to additional floors. Each VCU interfaces the Master VCU and up to 12
VAPs and 12 Ethernet connections.
VCUs distribute wireless service signals to each VAP along with PoE and where relevant,
Ethernet signals from the Ethernet switch, throughout the existing CAT-5e/6 infrastructure.
dedicated
Overview
CAT-6/7 cables.
VE Access Pod (VAP) – VAPs are pluggable antennas distributed at strategic locations on the
floor to provide Ethernet connection to an IP device and wireless coverage of the service via
integrated internal (or external) antennas. Power to VAPs is provided via PoE from the VCU.
Up to twelve VAPs can be connected to a single VCU using LAN cables (CAT-5e or higher).
Note: When the total number of VAPs in the deployment exceeds 72, consult with
MobileAccess support.
The following figure shows the Multi-tier VE LTE 700 MHz MIMO solution architecture.
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Figure 1-3. VE Multi-Tier Basic Architecture
The Master VCU distributes the wireless MIMO services from the service provider’s equipment to
Ethernet Ports 1-12
VAP Ports 1-12
Management
MIMO 2
MIMO 1
Master
Port
the Slave VCUs. At the Slave VCUs, the wireless MIMO services are converged with Ethernet
service and routed to the VAPs via the Ethernet LAN CAT-5e/6 cabling infrastructure.
The VAPs distribute the wireless LTE MIMO service via integrated internal antennas or optional
external antennas and provide Ethernet/IP connectivity, and PoE pass-through, to the connected
appliances such as Wi-Fi APs and IP phones.
1.3 System Elements
This chapter describes the interfaces of the VE Control Units and Access Pods.
1.3.1 VE Control Unit (VCU)
While operating as a Master VCU:
Interfaces to RF source(s) and to VCUs/VAPs.
Converges Wireless services and distribution to Slave VCUs.
Slave VCUs and VAP management and control.
Remote management of the entire deployment.
Overview
While operating as a Slave VCU:
Interfaces to Master VCU.
Converges Wireless services, Ethernet and PoE and interfaces to VAPs.
Management and control of connected VAPs.
1.3.1.1 VCU Front Panel
The front panel supports the interfaces to the wireless LTE MIMO service (two channels –
corresponding to the two supported TDD MIMO channels) and includes interfaces to VAPs or
Slave VCUs depending on the configuration.
The following provides the front panel ports.
Figure 1-4. VCU Front Panel
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Table 1: VCU Ports Description
Ports
Description
MIMO1
MIMO2
RF connections (two TDD MIMO channels) to the service provider LTE
Signal Source equipment. N-Type female connectors. Coax cables.
Note: When supporting SISO service – only MIMO 1 connector is relevant.
Management
RJ45 web management connection.
VE Access Pod
Ports 1-12
VAP/VCU port connections.
For Master VCU – Connections to Slave VCUs or VAPs.
For Slave VCU – Connections to VAPs.
Ethernet Ports
1-12
Relevant only for Slave VCUs. Ethernet switch connections.
Master
Used for connecting a Slave VCU to the Master VCU in a multi-tier
deployment. Connects to one of the VAP ports of the Master VCU.
Reset
N/A in current version.
LED
Description
PWR
Indicates whether the VCU receives power:
Green - Power OK
Disabled - No power received by VCU
ACT
VCU activity LED:
Solid Green – During initialization
Blinking Green – Normal system operation
Fast Blinking Green – User activated
VCU Identify
on this VCU
VAP Status (One LED
per Port)
Indicates the status of the
corresponding
unit (VAP or VCU):
Blinking Green – Unit is initializing
Solid Green – Normal operation of unit
Solid Orange – Unit is faulty, or unmanaged. This can be due to
mismatch type, VoIP phone, etc.
Fast Blinking Green – User invoked “Identify” command on the unit
Off – No VAP or VCU connected to this port.
MIMO (One LED per
Channel)
Indicates the status of connected RF capacity source:
Green – Master VCU only. Normal RF level
Orange – Master VCU only. RF level is either too low, too
high, or service has been turned off by the user.
Off – VCU is Slave.
Master
Indicates the status of the connection to the Master VCU:
Off – Master mode (not connected to VCU)
Blinking Green – During Attachment process with Master VCU
Solid green – Slave (IF-IF) mode and connected to Master
PWR LED
ACT LED
VAP (1-12) Status LEDs
Master LED
MIMO1
LED
MIMO2
LED
The following provides a description of the front panel LEDs.
Overview
Table 2: VCU LEDs Description
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1.3.1.2 VCU Rear Panel
Connector
Description
Console
RS232 local connection for service personnel (D-Type 9)
Alarms
AUX alarms connections(See section 4.2.1.1).
In Master/Slave
configuration - relevant only for Master VCU.
Power Input
Standard 3-pins AC power connector equipped with an ON/OFF switch.
90-264V AC, 47-63 Hz AC; 350W power consumption maximum.
PWR On/Off
Switch
AC Connector
AUX Alarms
Console
Connector
The rear panel includes the following: power switch, AC input, AUX alarms, and service
personnel connections.
Table 3: VCU Rear Panel Description
Overview
Figure 1-5. VCU Rear Panel
1.3.2 VE Access Pod (VAP)
Each VAP supports:
Two interfaces for external antennas. By default, the VAP is set to transmit through the
external antennas.
RF tab of the VE Web GUI application.
An Ethernet port for physical Ethernet connection to devices such as a computer, IP phone or
Wi-Fi Access Point.
Two LED status indictors
The VAP is provided with brackets for either hanging the device on the wall or placing it on a flat
surface (such as a desk).
Note: Ceiling Mount Kits can be ordered separately. (P/N: Horizontal: AK-CEILING-MT-H or
Vertical: AK-CEILING-MT-V).
Note: Do not change the “External Antenna” option in VAP Config-Service
(See section 8.3).
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The following figure shows the desktop VAP.
LED
Description
Power
Solid Green - Power supplied to VAP
Off - No power supplied to VAP
Activity
Off - No power supplied to VAP or Overall Status of VAP is
faulty
Blinking Blue - Power on, VAP is initializing (connecting to VCU)
Solid Blue - Power on, unit operating normally
Fast Blinking Blue - User invoked “Identify” command on corresponding VAP
Blue LED (Activity and
Identify)
Green Led (Power)
External Antenna SMA
Connector
External Antenna SMA
Connector
RJ-45 Connector
to VCU
RJ-45 Connector to LAN
terminal (e.g. computer)
Front View
Rear View
Figure 1-6. VE Access Pod-Front
Overview
Table 4: VAP LEDs
The following figure shows the desktop VAP rear side and the underside view with the CAT-5e/6
patch-cord cable.
Figure 1-7. VE Access Pod-Rear
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1.4 System Monitoring and Management
The MobileAccessVE system (Master VCU, Slave VCUs, and VAPs) is centrally managed via a
single Web connection to the Master VCU. The basic screen in the GUI is the Config tab, which
enables the user to view the system topology and setup parameters, Control Units, and all
Access Pods connected to the Control Units.
Note: When locally connecting to a specific Slave VCU, only the VAPs connected to this VCU can
be monitored. However, when connected to the Master, the entire deployment can be
monitored.
Overview
1.4.1 Integration with an External Fault Management System
The MobileAccessVE system can be seamlessly integrated into any existing Fault Management
(FM) system that supports SNMP events. The Master VCU generates a SNMP event for each
relevant system alarm and forwards this trap to the pre-configured IP address of the external
Fault Management system.
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2 Installation Workflow
Verify that all infrastructure requirements are met (includes
verifying that the jacks are wired to the patch panel in the
communication rooms).
Check that Ethernet jacks are available
in all planned VAP locations.
Plan the floor coverage and VAP locations
according to the type/density of the site.
Installation Workflow
Determine the communication rooms to which the VAP
infrastructure is connected (locations for the Slave VCUs).
Install the Master VCU in the IDF/telco shaft.
Complete
Open a local session to the Master VCU and configure the system
parameters (IP, and service parameters: Central Frequency , Max
expected Pin).
Perform a “walk test” and verify coverage around the floor.
Change VAPs locations or
add VAPs
Met
Coverage?
No
Install the Slave VCUs and connect them to the Master VCU (verify
that the VCU/VCH LED is green, and RF LEDs turned OFF).
Install the VAPs and connect them to the Ethernet jacks. Connect
the Ethernet appliance (if exists) to the VAP. Check that the VAP is
operational (Blue LED lit). Check that Ethernet connection is OK.
Yes
Install the RF signal sources, connect them to the master VCU
(through passive interfaces) and check that the RF signals are
received by the VCU (i.e. that the RF LEDs are green).
Connect the VCU
VAP
ports to the patch panel, and
the Ethernet Switch to the VCU
Ethernet
ports.
1. Infrastructure Preparation
2. Installation Procedure
The following figure summarizes the main steps of the installation procedure:
Installation Workflow
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Infrastructure Requirements and Layout Planning
Note: If the Master VCU supports VAPs (in
addition to VCUs), the relevant Ethernet ports
are also connected to an Ethernet switch.
3 Infrastructure Requirements and Layout
Planning
3.1 General Information on Location and Connections
Service provider’s RF equipment - macrocell, microcell, picocell, femtocell, BDA, etc. connects
to the VCU through a passive interface.
VCUs:
Master VCU installed at the main IDF/Telco cabinet and connected to all VCUs.
Slave VCUs installed at the IDF/Telco cabinet of each covered floor and connected to the
Master VCU, the Ethernet switch, and the VAPs through the cabling patch panel.
Wireless service signals from Master VCU to VCUs – Routed through dedicated Ethernet CAT-
6/7 cabling.
Wireless service signals from VCUs to the VAPs – Routed through existing Ethernet CAT-5e/6
cabling infrastructure.
VAP location and mounting. Connection to existing Ethernet jack and external antennas.
VAP power source - No power connections required. VAPs are power fed from VCU using PoE
(Power over Ethernet) technology.
Note: connecting both VAPs and slave VCUs simultaneously to the master VCU is supported
for VE networks running SW version 2.6 and above.
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Figure 3-1. VE Multi-Tier Basic Architecture
3.2 Infrastructure Requirements
Ethernet standards specify that the maximum distance between an Ethernet switch and an
appliance (computer, WLAN AP, etc) should not exceed 100m (300ft). Therefore, when VE
shares the IT LAN, the maximum distance for a given cable run cannot be longer than 100m
(300ft) between the Ethernet switch and appliance, including all patch cords (from switch to
VCU, from VCU to patch panel, from RJ-45 outlet to VAP, and from VAP to appliance).
Typically the horizontal cabling system will be connected to patch-panels in the communication
rooms. The entire cabling system, including the patch panels and patch cords, should adhere to
the CAT-5e/6 standard. Specifically all pairs of the CAT-5e cable should be wired in the patch
panels and patch cords.
1. IDF/Telco closet space for one or more VCUs depending on the number and locations of the
installed VCUs: (48.3cm x 51.3cm x 8.88cm) per VCU.
Note: When planning the IDF/Telco shaft, take the RF equipment (picocell/microcell or BDA)
and the VCU into consideration.
2. 350 Watts of AC power to the VCU IDF/Telco closet.
Infrastructure Requirements and Layout Planning
3. Building infrastructure:
CAT-5e/6 cabling, Shielded Twisted Pair (STP)
24 AWG minimum diameter for CAT-5e cabling
Dedicated CAT-6/7 STP cable from Master VCU to Slave VCUs with run lengths NOT
exceeding 100m (300ft) and no shorter than 10m (33ft).
CAT-5e/6 STP cable from VCU to each VAP with run lengths NOT exceeding 100m
(300ft) and no shorter than 10m (33ft). VAPs can be connected over existing CAT-5e/6
cabling infrastructure and existing Ethernet jacks without affecting the LAN.
Note: Verify with the IT department that the existing cables can support the VE installation.
If available, review the infrastructure documentation to determine cable types and lengths.
If the infrastructure documentation is not available, attempt to visually identify the cable
type. Depending on the cable vendor, the cable type may be listed on the cable sheath. It is
recommended to use a Fluke cable tester to measure the cable length of the most remote
VAPs
.
4. Master VCU Cable Connections:
(2) N-type female, 50 ohm interfaces to carrier equipment
(Up to 12) RJ-45 interfaces to Slave VCUs and/or VAPs
(1) RJ-45 interface to Management
(1) D-Type 9 pins RS-232 interface for local craft
(1) D-Type 15 pins interface for External Alarms (dry contacts)
5. Slave VCU Cable Connections:
(1) RJ-45 interface to Master VCU (Not used in small single-tier deployments)
(12) RJ-45 interfaces to VAPs
(12) RJ-45 interfaces to Ethernet Switch for LAN service
(1) D-Type 9 pins RS-232 interface for local craft
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3.3 Coverage and Installation Planning
Note: The following section provides information required for planning the VAP installation on a
single floor. In a multi-tier installation, this procedure is performed for each individual floor.
The maximal coverage area of each VAP is affected by the density and type of environment
being covered. Therefore, it is recommended to determine the location in two phases:
Plan the
Select the
or desk mounted and an option for an external antenna is available.
The supplied services (wireless only or Ethernet and wireless) depend on the jack to which the
VAP is connected:
If the jack supports an active Ethernet connection, the VAP will distribute LAN traffic along
with the wireless service. (See section 4.3).
If the jack is not currently active (not connected to an Ethernet switch), the VAP will distribute
only the wireless services.
This section provides information on coverage criteria in various types of environments (Open,
Standard, Dense and Merged) and provides rules-of-thumb for various installations of the VAPs.
ideal
location of each VAP in order to achieve complete coverage of the floor.
exact
location according to the location feasibility, where each VAP unit may be wall
Note: Section 3.4 provides a detailed example of installation planning in various types of
environment. It is recommended to review this example after reading this section.
3.3.1 Types of Environments
This section describes the different types of installation environments and provides guidelines for
best coverage of each type of space.
The coverage guidelines in this section are conservative “rule of thumb” estimates of RF
coverage per VAP, meant to be used in scenarios in which detailed designs are not performed.
When the coverage layout is designed, the coverage per VAP is expected to increase by up to
33%. Coverage estimates in this section assume 25% overlap between the coverage areas of
neighboring VAPs to ensure robust, full coverage throughout the enterprise with no “dead
zones”.
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3.3.1.1 Standard Environment
Signal Propagation from VAP
56 feet (19 m)
Recommended Spacing between VAPs
112 feet (38 m)
Recommended Maximum distance of
VAPs from outer walls
56 feet (19 m)
Coverage area per VAP
9,900 sqft (920 sqm)
Signal Propagation from VAP
64 feet (21 m)
Recommend spacing between VAPs
128 feet (42 m)
Recommended maximum distance of
VAPs from outer walls
64 feet (21 m)
Coverage area per VAP
12,750 sqft (1,185 sqm)
Signal Propagation from VAP
41 feet (13.5 m)
Recommended Spacing between VAPs
82 feet (27 m)
Recommended Maximum distance of
VAPs from outer walls
41 feet (13.5 m)
Coverage area per VAP
5,300 sqft (495 sqm)
A traditional office environment with offices, hallways, and scattered cubicles.
Table 5: Standard Environment Installation Distances
3.3.1.2 Open Environment
An environment with minimal obstacles (e.g. walls). This type of space can be a large
conference or meeting room, cubical areas, lobby, or atrium.
Table 6: Open Environment Installation Distances
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3.3.1.3 Dense Environment:
A dense environment consists of a relatively large amount of walls, offices, equipment, tall file
cabinets, bookshelves, and other items that could potentially impact the wireless signal.
Examples include dense offices, hospitals, and manufacturing spaces.
Table 7: Dense Environment Installation Distances
3.3.1.4 Combination of Environments
In areas with a combination of environments, place VAPs on the border between the different
environment types, slightly closer to the denser area.
For example, in a cubical area with the outside wall having offices, simply locate the VAPs a little
closer to the outside offices
the floor plan map in section 3.4.3.). To ensure maximal coverage, VAPs can be re-located or
added. If a coverage gap is detected, the VAPs can be re-located until coverage gaps are filled.
to provide coverage through the office walls. (See VAPs 11 and 13 in
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3.4 Planning VAP Layout
The following section describes the steps of planning VAPs along the covered floor. At the end of
this section an example of a planning map is provided.
Note: It is highly recommended to use a floor plan when planning the VAPs locations.
3.4.1 RF Coverage Factors
It is important to note the type of factors that can severely impact RF coverage, and should be
avoided:
Metallic Structures such as elevators, high file cabinets, and some moveable metallic
partitions severely degrade RF signals. All efforts should be made to locate VAPs in front of, or
above metallic objects (desks, filing cabinets) to allow the signal to propagate.
Wall Materials such as concrete, tile, and cinderblock, as well as bathroom fixtures typically
have fairly high signal attenuation and should be considered as dense spaces.
Types of Glass that have metallic coatings can affect RF coverage, typically exterior or
mirrored. However this issue is not normally encountered inside a building.
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3.4.2 Mapping Locations
To Map the VAP Locations
1. Map out the available Ethernet jack locations and mark all CAT-5e/6 drop locations on the
floor plan map.
TIP: The size and number of the ceiling tiles can be used to measure distances.
2. Using the floor plan and the VAPs coverage guidelines as provided in section 3.4.3, mark
approximately where you would like to place each VAP in the facility.
VAPs may be added or removed as needed for optimal coverage.
3. For each jack being used to connect a VAP, check if the jack is already connected to the
Ethernet switch. .
4. Connect the Ethernet cables corresponding to the selected jacks according to section 4.3.
5. It is also recommended to check the area where each VAP will be installed to ensure the
installation is feasible.
3.4.3 Optional Directional Antennas
Each VAP has an integrated internal antenna that provides isotropic radiation. To prevent
interference and improve coverage, connect directional antennas to VAPs installed near outer
walls. The VAP antenna parameter must be set accordingly via the Web GUI. (See section 8.3).
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3.4.4 Installation Plan Example
The following figure shows a floor plan map with all required marks:
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Figure 3-2. Floor Plan Example
Notes:
The red VAP coverage circles have an approximate radius of 41, 56, and 64 foot (13.5, 19,
and 21 meters) for the small, medium, and large circles respectively, which are drawn
according to the guidelines given in section 3.3.1.
VAP 3 is surrounded by the bathroom and stairwell which are considered dense objects and
would reduce coverage in that area by the other VAPs.
VAP 5 is an example of a unit that provides good coverage down the hallways in an Open
Environment.
VAPs 11 and 13 are placed closer to the offices to provide better coverage to them, but on the
open side will actually cover a much greater area. This is why the coverage is larger and
shown here more as an oval than a circle.
The area between VAPs 7 and 14 would probably be the lowest coverage spot in the building
because of the bathrooms and stairwell on either side. If after the system is installed, this
area is still a little low on coverage, a VAP can be added, but it may also be covered by VAP
14.
Note: The plan can be modified at any time by moving the units around or by adding units.
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The following figure depicts an actual measured quantified coverage of a floor area planned
according to the above rules.
Figure 3-3. Distributed VAPs propagation, 12dBm output power @ 1.8 GHz
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VCU Unit Installation and Provisioning
Description
Unit
VE LTE 700 MHz MIMO Control Unit
(VCU) Kit
Power Cord
VE SW CD
Local Configuration Cable (Crossed RJ45 cable)
Brackets Used to secure the VCU to a
19” rack (Shipped assembled to the
VCU)
4 VCU Unit Installation and Provisioning
This chapter describes the installation and
(VCU) located on each floor.
In addition, this chapter describes the how to shift the relevant Ethernet connections required
for the VAPs.
These steps should only be performed after planning the floor coverage and installation
locations, as described in the previous sections.
4.1 VCU Kit Contents
The VE VCU Kit includes:
Table 8: VCU Kit
basic configuration procedures
for VE Control Units
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4.2 VCU Physical Installation
This section describes the physical installation and connections of the Master VCU, Slave VCUs
and the VAP Ethernet connections to the relevant VCUs.
4.2.1 Master VCU Installation
The VE Control Unit can be installed as a Master VCU and control up to (12) Slave VCUs and
VAPs and is installed in the main IDF/Telco closet. This section describes the Master VCU
installation procedures.
Note: When Master VCU only supports Slave VCUs (no VAPs), the control units’ Ethernet Ports
are not relevant and are not in use.
1. Install the Master VCU in the main IDF/Telco closet. The Master VCU can be installed in a
rack, placed on a shelf, or secured using the supplied bracket.
2. Apply power to the Master VCU and verify that the PWR LED is lit. Also verify that the unit
ACT LED completes initialization (blinking light) and shows a solid green light.
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3. Connect (or request the service provider’s service personnel to connect) the provider’s
signal source (macrocell, microcell, BTS, or BDA etc.) to the Master VCU front panel RF
ports (through passive interface). Power on the signal sources.
Note: The RF Source LED (See following figure) of the connected port on the Master VCU
should be lit GREEN, indicating that the Master VCU senses the RF signal from the source at
the expected level (according to Max Expected Pin). After connecting the capacity source, if
the LED remains RED verify that the Max Expected Pin is configured properly and service is
enabled.
4. To connect VCU Slaves to the Master VCU: connect the Master VCU VAP ports to the
Slave VCUs Master ports via the patch-panel that feeds the dedicated CAT-6/7 cabling
system.
5. To connect Auxiliary alarms refer to section 4.2.1.1.
Note: Connector located on the
controller rear panel.
6. According to VAPs layout plan, as explained in section 3.4.2, connect the Ethernet switch
cables. (See section 4.3 for more detailed explanation).
If the requested jack is already in use, disconnect it from the Ethernet switch and re-
connect it to the corresponding Ethernet port in the Slave VCU front panel.
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RF Ports
Note: When functioning as a Master VCU and
supporting only Slaves (no VAPs), the control
units’ Ethernet Ports are not relevant. The
Ethernet ports are only relevant when supporting
mixed mode – Slave VCUs and VAPs.
VAP Ports 1-4; 5-8; 7-12
ACT LED
VAP Status
LEDs
Alarms Port for Auxiliary
Connections
Note: After the Slave VCUs are connected (according to section 4.2.2), verify that that the
Master VCU VAP Status LEDs, which correspond to the connected Slave VCUs complete
initialization (blinking light) and show a solid green light.
4.2.1.1 Master VCU Alarm Output Connections
Note: For Master/Slave VCU configuration, the Alarms are relevant only for the Master VCU.
The auxiliary connections are performed through the Master VCU rear panel Alarms port. See
following figure.
The controller can provide Major and Minor Output Alarms. These alarms can be connected
directly to either the auxiliary input of the Base Station or to any additional dry-contact
application.
A Major Alarm is generated when there is an alarm condition in one or more VCUs, while a Minor
Alarm is generated when there is an alarm condition in one or more of the VAPs.
Note: If only one alarm is required (Minor or Major) an external connection of a wire jumper
between pins 8 and 13 is necessary (Normally closed).
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