HARRIS MLINK Users Manual
Rhein Tech Laboratories, Inc. Client: M/A-Com, Inc.
360 Herndon Parkway Model: MultiLink Station
Suite 1400 Standards: FCC Part 90/IC RSS-111
Herndon, VA 20170 ID’s: BV8MLINK/3670A-MLINK
http://www.rheintech.com
Report Number: 2008219
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VIDA Broadband Equipment
MM-014720-001, Rev. A
MANUAL REVISION HISTORY
REV DATE REASON FOR CHANGE
- Jul/08 Initial release.
A Mar/09 Added the MultiLink, B510 BS information, approved antenna options, and instructions
for using the base station Web page.
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1. REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION ........................................................................ 9
1.1 REGULATORY APPROVALS................................................................................................................ 9
1.1.1 Transmitter.................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1.2 Receiver ...................................................................................................................................... 9
1.1.3 FCC Compliance....................................................................................................................... 10
1.1.4 Industry Canada ........................................................................................................................ 10
1.2 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION FOR FIXED OPERATION............................................ 10
1.2.1 Maximum Permissible Exposure Limits................................................................................... 10
1.2.2 Determining MPE Radius ......................................................................................................... 11
1.2.3 Safety Training Information...................................................................................................... 12
1.2.4 Contact Information .................................................................................................................. 13
1.3 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION FOR MOBILE OPERATION........................................ 13
1.3.1 Nomadic Antennas.................................................................................................................... 15
1.3.2 Approved Accessories............................................................................................................... 15
1.3.3 Occupational Safety Guidelines and Safety Training Information............................................ 15
1.3.4 Common Hazards...................................................................................................................... 16
1.3.5 Operating Rules and Regulations.............................................................................................. 17
1.3.6 Mobile Operating Tips .............................................................................................................. 17
1.4 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS................................................................................................... 18
2. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................ 19
2.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL....................................................................................................................... 19
2.2 REFERENCE MANUALS ..................................................................................................................... 19
2.3 CUSTOMER SERVICE.......................................................................................................................... 20
2.3.1 Technical Assistance................................................................................................................. 20
2.3.2 Customer Resource Center........................................................................................................ 20
2.4 SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY ........................................................................................................... 21
2.5 TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS......................................................................................................... 22
3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................... 23
3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS ..................................................................................................................... 24
3.2 BASE STATION..................................................................................................................................... 24
3.3 SUBSCRIBER STATION (CLIENT)..................................................................................................... 26
3.4 MULTILINK STATION......................................................................................................................... 27
3.5 NETWORKING EQUIPMENT.............................................................................................................. 28
3.6 MANAGEMENT EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................ 28
3.6.1 Unified Administration System................................................................................................. 28
3.6.2 Regional Network Manager ...................................................................................................... 29
4. PLANNING A FIXED STATION INSTALLATION................................................................... 30
4.1 SITE EVALUATION.............................................................................................................................. 30
4.2 ELECTRICAL POWER.......................................................................................................................... 31
4.3 SITE GROUNDING ............................................................................................................................... 31
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4.4 SURGE PROTECTION .......................................................................................................................... 32
4.5 ANTENNA SELECTION ....................................................................................................................... 32
4.5.1 Antenna Requirements .............................................................................................................. 32
4.5.2 Antenna Types........................................................................................................................... 33
4.6 INSTALLATION EXAMPLES .............................................................................................................. 34
4.6.1 Sample Base Station Installation............................................................................................... 35
4.6.2 Sample Subscriber Station Installation...................................................................................... 36
5. PRE-STAGING EQUIPMENT....................................................................................................... 37
5.1 BASE STATION CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................... 37
5.1.1 BS Configuration....................................................................................................................... 38
5.1.2 Booting the Base Station ........................................................................................................... 43
5.1.3 IP Address Testing ....................................................................................................................44
5.2 SUBSCRIBER STATION CONFIGURATION ..................................................................................... 45
5.2.1 IP Address Assignment ............................................................................................................. 45
5.2.2 IP Address Testing ....................................................................................................................45
5.2.3 Default IP Address .................................................................................................................... 45
5.2.4 Subscriber Station RF Frequency Assignment.......................................................................... 46
5.3 NETWORK SERVICES CONFIGURATION........................................................................................ 46
5.3.1 DHCP Configuration................................................................................................................. 46
5.3.2 NTP Configuration.................................................................................................................... 46
6. INSTALLING A FIXED STATION............................................................................................... 47
6.1 TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED ................................................................................... 48
6.2 CUSTOMER SUPPLIED MATERIALS ................................................................................................ 48
6.3 MOUNTING THE STATION FOR FIXED OPERATION.................................................................... 48
6.3.1 Attaching the Mounting Brackets.............................................................................................. 49
6.3.2 Attaching the Unit to a Pole ...................................................................................................... 50
6.3.3 Optional Mounting .................................................................................................................... 50
6.4 CONNECTING SUBSCRIBER STATION POWER............................................................................. 51
6.4.1 Subscriber Station DC Connections ..........................................................................................51
6.4.2 Subscriber Station AC Connections ..........................................................................................51
6.5 CONNECTING BASE STATION AND MULTILINK STATION POWER......................................... 52
6.5.1 Base Station AC Connections ...................................................................................................52
6.5.2 Base Station and MultiLink Station DC Connections ............................................................... 52
6.5.3 Attaching Power Cables ............................................................................................................ 53
6.6 NETWORK/DATA CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................... 53
6.7 GROUNDING STUDS ...........................................................................................................................54
6.8 ANTENNA INSTALLATION................................................................................................................ 54
6.8.1 Mounting an Antenna Directly to the Antenna Port.................................................................. 55
6.8.2 Mounting a Directional Antenna to the Case ............................................................................ 55
6.8.3 Remotely Mounting an Antenna ............................................................................................... 57
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7. INSTALLING A NOMADIC CLIENT.......................................................................................... 59
7.1 PLANNING THE INSTALLATION...................................................................................................... 59
7.1.1 Tools Required.......................................................................................................................... 60
7.1.2 Recommended Kits and Accessories ........................................................................................ 60
7.2 INSTALLING THE NOMADIC CLIENT ............................................................................................. 63
7.3 POWER AND DATA CABLE INSTALLATION ................................................................................. 63
7.3.1 Installing the Main Power Cable............................................................................................... 64
7.3.2 Grounding Studs ....................................................................................................................... 68
7.3.3 Network/Data Connection......................................................................................................... 68
8. SYSTEM VERIFICATION............................................................................................................. 69
8.1 VERIFY BASE STATION CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................ 69
8.2 VERIFY SUBSCRIBER CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................ 69
8.3 VERIFY ANTENNA ALIGNMENT...................................................................................................... 70
8.4 VERIFY LINK PERFORMANCE.......................................................................................................... 73
8.4.1 Link Verification....................................................................................................................... 73
8.4.2 Link Performance...................................................................................................................... 74
8.4.3 GPS Synchronization ................................................................................................................ 75
8.5 VERIFY SUBSCRIBER STATION SIGNAL STRENGTHS................................................................ 76
8.5.1 Check Downlink SS Signal Levels ........................................................................................... 76
8.5.2 Check Uplink SS Signal Levels ................................................................................................ 77
8.5.3 Check Device Connectivity....................................................................................................... 79
APPENDIX A BASE STATION EMBEDDED WEB SERVER .................................................... 81
A.1 SETTING UP THE BROWSER ............................................................................................................. 81
A.2 ACCESSING THE BASE STATION EMBEDDED WEB SERVER.................................................... 84
APPENDIX B SUBSCRIBER STATION WEB PAGE .................................................................. 87
B.1 SETTING UP THE BROWSER ............................................................................................................. 87
B.2 ACCESSING THE SS WEB PAGE ....................................................................................................... 87
B.3 SYSTEM PAGE...................................................................................................................................... 89
B.4 SIGNAL PARAMETERS PAGE............................................................................................................ 90
B.5 ADDRESSES PAGE............................................................................................................................... 92
B.6 LOG PAGE ............................................................................................................................................. 94
B.7 ADVANCED PAGE ............................................................................................................................... 95
B.8 DEFINING FREQUENCY CHANNELS ............................................................................................. 101
B.9 DEFINING ASSOCIATED BASE STATIONS ................................................................................... 104
B.10 VIEWING CODE BANKS................................................................................................................... 106
B.11 VIEWING DETAILED LOGS ............................................................................................................. 107
B.12 DISPLAY CONNECTIONS LIST........................................................................................................ 108
B.13 CHANGING ADVANCED PAGE USER NAME............................................................................... 109
B.14 CHANGING ADVANCED PAGE PASSWORD ................................................................................ 110
B.15 SETTING THE MAXIMUM TX POWER........................................................................................... 111
B.16 IP MODE SETTINGS........................................................................................................................... 112
B.17 RESET TO DEFAULT ......................................................................................................................... 113
B.18 CLEAR LOG......................................................................................................................................... 114
B.19 EXTERNAL UNIT SETTINGS............................................................................................................ 115
B.20 RESTARTING THE UNIT................................................................................................................... 116
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APPENDIX C INSTALLATION OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES........................................... 117
C.1 SURGE PROTECTION OPTIONS....................................................................................................... 117
C.2 ANTENNA OPTIONS .......................................................................................................................... 120
C.3 MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT OPTIONS ....................................................................................123
APPENDIX D INSTALLATION CABLE ASSEMBLIES ........................................................... 125
D.1 POWER CABLES................................................................................................................................. 125
D.2 COPPER ETHERNET CABLE............................................................................................................. 128
D.3 FIBER OPTIC CABLE ......................................................................................................................... 141
APPENDIX E SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 145
E.1 SUBSCRIBER STATION SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................... 145
E.2 BASE STATION SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................. 148
E.3 MULTILINK STATION AND B510 BASE STATION SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 151
LIST OF FIGURES
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Figure 3-1: VIDA Broadband Network...............................................................................................................23
Figure 3-2: VIDA Broadband B510 (BS-014648-004) Base Station ..................................................................25
Figure 3-3: VIDA Broadband Client ...................................................................................................................26
Figure 3-4: VIDA Broadband MultiLink Station ................................................................................................27
Figure 3-5: Example of UAS Subscriber Stations Screen ...................................................................................29
Figure 4-1: Sample Fiber Base Station Installation .............................................................................................35
Figure 4-2: Sample Fiber Subscriber Station Installation....................................................................................36
Figure 6-1: Side Bar Mounting Example (VIDA Broadband Base Station shown) ............................................48
Figure 6-2: Vertical Pole Mounting Example (VIDA Broadband Base Station shown) .....................................49
Figure 6-3: Installing Mounting Brackets (VIDA Broadband Client shown)......................................................50
Figure 6-4: VIDA Broadband Client Antenna with External Lightning Protection .............................................55
Figure 6-5: Mounting a Directional Antenna to a unit (VIDA Broadband Base Station shown) ........................56
Figure 6-6: Pole Mounted Omni Antenna Example ............................................................................................57
Figure 6-7: Pole Mounted Directional Antenna Example ...................................................................................57
Figure 6-8: MAMROS0023 GPS Antenna Kit....................................................................................................58
Figure 6-9: GPS Antenna Mounting Example.....................................................................................................58
Figure 7-1: Nomadic Mounting Bracket (FM-010668) .......................................................................................60
Figure 7-2: Assembling DC Power Connector....................................................................................................67
Figure 8-1: RSS Indicator EA-015564 ................................................................................................................71
Figure 8-2: Network Status Showing BS Status and Connected Subscriber Stations..........................................73
Figure 8-3: Network Status Showing Subscriber Station Details ........................................................................74
Figure 8-4: Link Monitor Showing UL and DL Link Performance.....................................................................75
Figure 8-5: SS Web Page – Signal Parameters Page...........................................................................................76
Figure 8-6: BS Web Page – Network Status........................................................................................................78
Figure 8-7: BS Web Page – Link Monitor...........................................................................................................78
Figure A-1: BS Web Page – Home Page.............................................................................................................84
Figure A-2: BS Web Page – Subscriber Station Details......................................................................................85
Figure A-3: BS Web Page – Subscriber Station Not Communicating.................................................................85
Figure A-4: BS Web Page – Version Page..........................................................................................................86
Figure A-5: BS Web Page – Link Monitor..........................................................................................................86
Figure B-1: SS Web Page - Menu Bar.................................................................................................................88
Figure B-2: SS Web Page – System Page............................................................................................................89
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Figure B-3: Signal Parameters Page.................................................................................................................... 90
Figure B-4: Address Parameters Page................................................................................................................. 92
Figure B-5: Log Page ..........................................................................................................................................94
Figure B-6: Advance Page Login........................................................................................................................ 96
Figure B-7: Advanced Page – Main Menu.......................................................................................................... 97
Figure B-8: Advanced Page - Software Download Window............................................................................... 98
Figure B-9: Advanced Page – Channel Table Settings ..................................................................................... 101
Figure B-10: Advanced Page – 5 MHz Channel Table Settings .......................................................................102
Figure B-11: Advanced Page – 5 MHz Channel Table Shown .........................................................................103
Figure B-12: Advanced Page – Base Station ID Settings..................................................................................105
Figure B-13: Advanced Page – Code Banks List.............................................................................................. 106
Figure B-14: Advanced Page – Detailed Log....................................................................................................107
Figure B-15: Advanced Page – Connections List..............................................................................................108
Figure B-16: Advanced Page – Change User Name .........................................................................................109
Figure B-17: Advanced Page – Change Password ............................................................................................ 110
Figure B-18: Advanced Page – Maximum TX Power Setting ..........................................................................111
Figure B-19: Advanced Page – IP Mode Settings............................................................................................. 112
Figure B-20: Advanced Page – External Unit Settings .....................................................................................115
Figure C-1: Grounding Kit................................................................................................................................ 123
Figure C-2: Grounding Kit Installation ............................................................................................................. 124
Figure D-1: Ethernet Cable Construction.......................................................................................................... 128
Figure D-2: Tyco/Electronics Industrial Circular Ethernet Connector Plug Kit (1738607-1)........................... 130
Figure D-3: Cable Preparation...........................................................................................................................130
Figure D-4: Cable Preparation Continued......................................................................................................... 131
Figure D-5: Cable Preparation Continued......................................................................................................... 132
Figure D-6: Termination Requirements ............................................................................................................ 133
Figure D-7: Assembly Detail ............................................................................................................................134
Figure D-8: Tyco Electronics 336462-1 Cat 5e (EMT) Plug Connector Assembly.......................................... 135
Figure D-9: Cable Preparation – Strip and Fold Shield..................................................................................... 136
Figure D-10: Cable Positioning - Untwist Pairs................................................................................................ 137
Figure D-11: Cable Positioning, Trim Wires .................................................................................................... 137
Figure D-12: Cable Positioning, Insert Wire Holder......................................................................................... 138
Figure D-13: Cable Positioning, Finish Trim....................................................................................................138
Figure D-14: Cable Positioning, Insert Wire Holder......................................................................................... 138
Figure D-15: Cable Positioning, Latch Wire Holder in Housing ......................................................................139
Figure D-16: Connector Termination, Position Plug Shield..............................................................................139
Figure D-17: Connector Termination, Trim Excess Foil...................................................................................140
Figure D-18: Connector Termination, Slide on Boot Cover ............................................................................. 140
Figure D-19: XLC-MM 19" Rack Mount Panel, Part Number FM-016476 .....................................................143
Figure D-20: Industrialized Fiber Receptacle, Part Number 1828619-1........................................................... 143
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LIST OF TABLES
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Table 1-1: MPE Minimum Distance Calculation for Fixed Installations Using High Gain Antennas ................11
Table 1-2: MPE Minimum Distance Calculation for Nomadic Client Installations ............................................14
Table 2-1: Related Documentation......................................................................................................................19
Table 2-2: Current Software Releases .................................................................................................................21
Table 2-3: VIDA Broadband Software Compatibility Chart ...............................................................................21
Table 2-4: Abbreviations .....................................................................................................................................22
Table 4-1: Surge Protection Options ...................................................................................................................32
Table 4-2: Antenna Options.................................................................................................................................34
Table 5-1: Available Frequencies........................................................................................................................39
Table 5-2: RF Attenuation vs. TX Power............................................................................................................40
Table 6-1: Client DC Power Connector...............................................................................................................51
Table 6-2: Client AC Power Connector...............................................................................................................51
Table 6-3: Base Station AC Power Connector ....................................................................................................52
Table 6-4: Base Station and MultiLink Station DC Power Connector ................................................................52
Table 7-1: Fuse Distribution Rail Kit ..................................................................................................................61
Table 7-2: Nomadic Antenna and Mounts...........................................................................................................62
Table 8-1: RSSI Relative Power Indications .......................................................................................................72
Table B-1: SS Web Page Menu Bar Description.................................................................................................88
Table B-2: System Page Parameters....................................................................................................................89
Table B-3: Link Status Parameters......................................................................................................................90
Table B-4: Downlink Parameters ........................................................................................................................91
Table B-5: Uplink Parameters .............................................................................................................................92
Table B-6: Address Parameters ...........................................................................................................................93
Table B-7: MAC Table Parameters .....................................................................................................................93
Table B-8: Log Page Parameters .........................................................................................................................94
Table B-9: Advanced Page Menu........................................................................................................................95
Table B-10: Detail Log Parameters ...................................................................................................................107
Table B-11: Connections List Parameters .........................................................................................................108
Table C-1: Recommended Fixed Antennas.......................................................................................................121
Table D-1: Copper Indoor/Outdoor Cat5e Shielded Cable (Bulk) ....................................................................129
Table D-2: Outdoor Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies...........................................................................................142
Table D-3: Indoor Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies .............................................................................................144
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1. REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION
1.1 REGULATORY APPROVALS
1.1.1 Transmitter
The transmitting devices listed below have been tested and meet the following regulatory requirements:
MODEL DESCRIPTION
MAVM-VMCLL (BS-010700-001) Low Power Copper Client 5 only BV8VMXCL 3670A-VMXCL
MAVM-VMXCH (BS-010700-002) High Power Copper Client 5 or 10 BV8VIDA-BB-CL 3670A-VIDABBCL
MAVM-VMCHH (BS-010700-003) High Power Fiber Client 5 or 10 BV8-VIDA-BB-CL 3670A-VIDABBCL
MAVM-VMCHN (BS-010700-002) High Power Copper Nomadic
Client
MAVM-VMCLH (BS-010700-004) Low Power Fiber Client 5 only BV8VMXCL 3670A-VMXCL
MAVM-VMXBA (BS-009214-001) AC Base Station with Copper
Ethernet
MAVM-VMXBD (BS-009214-002) DC Base Station with Fiber 5 only BV8VIDA-BB 3670A-VIDABB
MAVM-VMXBC (BS-009214-003) DC Base Station with Copper
Ethernet
MAVM-MBASE (BS-014648-004) B510 Base Station 5 or 10 BV8MBASE 3670A-MBASE
MAVM-MLINK (BS-014648-003) MultiLink Base Station 5 or 10 BV8MLINK 3670A-MLINK
Ch. BW
(MHz)
5 or 10 BV8VIDA-BB-CL 3670A-VIDABBCL
5 only BV8VIDA-BB 3670A-VIDABB
5 only BV8VIDA-BB 3670A-VIDABB
FCC ID
(PART 90)
INDUSTRY
CANADA
(RSS-119)
1.1.2 Receiver
This receiver associated with this transmitting device has been tested and declared to meet the regulatory
requirements defined in the following sub-sections. Associated FCC labelling is shown below.
B510 Base Station
MultiLink Station
Subscriber Station (Client)
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1.1.3 FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device
does not cause harmful interference.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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.
1.1.4 Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or
pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the
general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Heath Canada’s website
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
1.2 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION FOR FIXED OPERATION
1.2.1 Maximum Permissible Exposure Limits
DO NOT TRANSMIT with a station and antenna when persons are within the MAXIMUM
PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE (MPE) Radius of the antenna. The MPE Radius is the minimum distance
from the antenna axis that ALL persons should maintain in order to avoid RF exposure higher than the
allowable MPE level set by the FCC.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE LIMITS MAY ALLOW ALL PERSONS
WITHIN THE MPE RADIUS TO EXPERIENCE RF RADIATION
ABSORPTION, WHICH EXCEEDS THE FCC MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE
EXPOSURE (MPE) LIMIT. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STATION
LICENSEE TO ENSURE THAT THE MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE
LIMITS ARE OBSERVED AT ALL TIMES DURING STATION
TRANSMISSION. THE STATION LICENSEE IS TO ENSURE THAT NO
BYSTANDERS ARE WITHIN THE RADIUS LIMITS.
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1.2.2 Determining MPE Radius
THE MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE RADIUS is unique for each site and is determined
based on the complete installation environment (i.e. co-location, antenna type, transmit power level, etc.).
Determination of the MPE distance is the responsibility of the VIDA Broadband user. Calculation of the
MPE radius is required as part of the installation. The Limit for Uncontrolled Exposure Power Density
(P
) is 10 W/m2 for fixed mounted device.
d
The Tyco Electronics 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband stations may be installed as a fixed mounted radio.
After installation and commissioning, the safe distance from the 9 dBi omnidirectional antenna is greater
than 20 cm (8-inches).
Table 1-1: MPE Minimum Distance Calculation for Fixed Installations Using High Gain Antennas
Effective
Antenna Gain
(dBi)
<10 0.20 0.65 0.20 0.65
11 0.20 0.65 0.22 0.73
12 0.20 0.65 0.25 0.82
13 0.20 0.65 0.28 0.92
14 0.20 0.65 0.32 1.04
15 0.20 0.65 0.35 1.16
16 0.20 0.65 0.40 1.31
17 0.20 0.65 0.45 1.47
18 0.22 0.73 0.50 1.64
19 0.25 0.82 0.56 1.84
20 0.28 0.92 0.63 2.07
21 0.32 1.04 0.71 2.32
22 0.35 1.16 0.79 2.61
23 0.40 1.31 0.89 2.92
24 0.45 1.47 1.00 3.28
25 0.50 1.64 1.12 3.68
26 0.56 1.84 1.26 4.13
>26
Low Power Fixed Clients (0.1 Watts) High Power Fixed Stations (0.5 Watts)
Minimum Safe
Distance (Meters)
Minimum Safe
Distance (Feet)
Reduce Transmitter Power as required by FCC
Minimum Safe
Distance (Meters)
Minimum Safe
Distance (Feet)
1.2.2.1 MPE Calculation for omnidirectional Antenna
This MPE Minimum Distance Calculation is based on using a 9 dBi gain omnidirectional antenna
mounted directly to the station RF port.
Basic Tyco Electronics 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband station specifications:
P: Maximum Peak Conducted Power = 27 dBm
G: Maximum Omni Antenna Gain = 9 dBi
Frequency Range = 4.90 to 4.99 GHz
R: Minimum Distance between User and Antenna = 0.2 m
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Equation from FCC:
Pd = P * GN / ( 4 * π * Rmin 2 )
Pd = 0.5 W * 7.94 / (4 * 3.1415926 * 0.2 2) = 7.9 W / m2 < 10 W / m
The calculation indicates that the minimum 0.2 meter distance between user and the omnidirectional
antenna (directly mounted to the station RF port) is required when operating the Tyco Electronics 4.9
GHz VIDA Broadband Client.
1.2.2.2 MPE Calculation for Directional Antenna
This MPE Minimum Distance Calculation is based on using a directional antenna with more than 9 dBi
antenna gain.
Basic Tyco Electronics 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband station specifications:
P: Maximum Peak Conducted Power = 27 dBm;
2
G: Maximum Omni Antenna Gain – Cable Loss = 27 dBi – 1 dB = 26 dBi; (Use numerical G
for the calculation ): G
= 10 ^ (G /10)); For G = 26 dBi, GN = 10 ^ (26 /10) = 398
N
value
N
Frequency Range = 4.90 to 4.99 GHz;
: Minimum Distance between user and antenna to comply with FCC MPE Level (10 W / m2 );
R
min
Equation from FCC:
Pd = P * GN / ( 4 * π * R
= SQRT( 0.5 W * GN / (4 * 3.1415926 * 10 ) )
R
min
= 1.26 m, for G =26 (i.e., GN = 398 )
R
min
The calculation provides guidelines for users to estimate the minimum safe distance when a high gain
antenna is connected to the Tyco Electronics 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband station. The user should always
keep a safe distance from antenna greater than 20 cm or SQRT (3.9789E-3 * G
The following table lists fixed installation’s minimum distance for different Effective Antenna System
Gain Levels (Antenna Gain – Feeder Cable Loss). In all cases, the minimum safe distance defined in
Table 1-1 or 0.2 meters (8 inches), whichever is greater, is the recommended minimum safe distance for
fixed installations.
min
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1.2.3 Safety Training Information
YOUR TYCO ELECTRONICS VIDA BROADBAND CLIE NT GENERATES RF
ELECTRO-MAGNETIC ENERGY DURING TRANSMIT MODE. THIS
CLIENT IS DESIGNED FOR AND CLASSIFIED AS “OCCUPATIONAL USE
ONLY” MEANING IT MUST BE USED ONLY IN THE COURSE OF
EMPLOYMENT BY INDIVIDUALS AWARE OF THE HAZARDOUS RF
ENERGY AND THE WAYS TO MINIMIZE EXPOSURE. THIS STATION IS
NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY THE “GENERAL POPULATION” IN AN
UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF TH E
LICENSEE TO ENSURE THAT THE MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE
LIMITS ARE OBSERVED AT ALL TIMES DURING TRANSMISSION. THE
STATION LICENSEE IS TO ENSURE THAT NO BYSTANDERS COME
WITHIN THE RADIUS OF THE LIMITS
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When licensed by the FCC, this station complies with the FCC RF exposure limits when persons are
beyond the MPE radius of the antenna. In addition, your Tyco Electronics VIDA Broadband station
installation complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and
electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:
FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines
for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
American National Standards Institute (C95.1 – 1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with
Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
American National Standards Institute (C95.3 – 1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the
Measurement of Potentially Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields – RF and Microwave.
To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC
allowable limits for occupational use, do not operate the station in a manner that
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CAUTION
would create an MPE distance in excess of that allowable by the FCC.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tyco Electronics Inc. could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
1.2.4 Contact Information
For additional information on exposure requirements or other information, contact Tyco Electronics, Inc.
at 1-800-528-7711 or at
http://www.tewireless.com.
1.3 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION FOR MOBILE OPERATION
The FCC requires licensees and manufacturers to meet radio frequency radiation exposure compliance as
defined by FCC rule 47 CFR §2.1091 and as discussed in FCC document OET Bulletin 65: Evaluating
Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields.
Page 5 of OET Bulletin 65, Supplement C, subtitled: Mobile Devices states the following:
“The FCC rules for evaluating mobile devices for RF compliance are found in 47 CFR §2.1091.
For purposes of RF exposure evaluation, a mobile device is defined as a transmitting device
designed to be used in other than fixed locations and to be generally used in such a way that a
separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter's
radiating structures and the body of the user or nearby persons.”
Page 7 of OET Bulletin 65, Section 2, subtitled: Guidelines for evaluating Mobile and Portable Devices
states the following:
“Mobile devices identified in 47 CFR §2.1091 that operate at 1.5 GHz or below with an effective
radiated power (ERP) of 1.5 watts or more, or those that operate at frequencies above 1.5 GHz
with an ERP of 3.0 watts or more are required to perform routine environmental evaluation for RF
exposure prior to equipment authorization or use; otherwise, they are categorically excluded.”
The Tyco Electronics 4.9 GHz Broadband Client radio with 0.5 Watt RF output, installed as a mobile
device using the 5.5 dBi mobile antenna and cable mounts referenced in Table 1-2 has a calculated worst
case ERP of 1.78 Watts relative to an
isotropic radiator (EIRP). Therefore, it can be concluded that a
Tyco Electronics 4.9 GHz Client radio installed as a mobile device using the Tyco Electronics
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recommended mobile antenna system is categorically excluded from any requirement to perform routine
environmental evaluation for RF exposure. This is true with other mobile antenna systems having gains
up to 7.7 dBi.
CAUTION
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide
communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send
and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not
limited to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these
other forms of electromagnetic energy, which, when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very
high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop
standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for
both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins
of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to
ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also
recommend specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important
because they inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it.
Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to
control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tyco Electronics could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment and may require the user to perform routine
environmental evaluation of the mobile installation.
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
Table 1-2 lists the recommended minimum lateral distance for a controlled
environment and for unaware bystanders in an uncontrolled environment, from
transmitting types of antennas the at rated radio power for nomadic Client
radios installed in a vehicle. Transmit only when unaware bystanders are at
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least the uncontrolled recommended minimum lateral distance away from the
transmitting antenna.
Table 1-2: MPE Minimum Distance Calculation for Nomadic Client Installations
4.9 GHz CLIENT WITH 0.5 WATT OUTPUT IN NOMADIC OPERATION
(MOUNTED IN A VEHICLE) USING THE SPECIFIED ANTENNA AND
MOUNTS
ANTENNA & MOUNT
Antenna: MAXRAD (B)MEFC49005HF (5.5 dBi gain)
Mount: MAXRAD MHFML195C (Permanent)
Antenna: MAXRAD (B)MEFC49005HF (5.5 dBi gain)
Mount: MAXRAD GMHFML195C (Magnetic)
(Watts)
< 3.0 20 cm 20 cm
< 3.0 20 cm 20 cm
ERP
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM LATERAL
DISTANCE FROM TRANSMITTING ANTENNA
CONTROLLED UNCONTROLLED
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1.3.1 Nomadic Antennas
This device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Install the radio’s antenna (refer to Table 1-2 for applicable antenna part numbers) in the center of the
vehicle’s roof. These nomadic antenna installation guidelines are limited to metal body motor vehicles or
vehicles with appropriate ground planes. The antenna installation should additionally be in accordance
with the following:
• The requirements of the antenna manufacturer/supplier included with the antenna.
• Installation instructions in this manual, including any minimum antenna cable lengths.
• The installation manual providing specific information of how to install the antennas to facilitate
recommended operating distances to all potentially exposed persons.
• Use only the Tyco Electronics approved/supplied antenna(s) or approved replacement antenna.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC
regulations.
1.3.2 Approved Accessories
This radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF guidelines when used with the Tyco Electronics
accessories supplied or designated for use with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure
compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, and may violate FCC regulations.
For a list of Tyco Electronics approved accessories refer to the product manuals, Tyco Electronics’
Products and Services Catalog, or contact Tyco Electronics at 1-800-528-7711.
1.3.3 Occupational Safety Guidelines and Safety Training Information
To ensure bodily exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC allowable limits for
occupational use. Always adhere to the following basic guidelines:
1. The push-to-talk button should only be depressed when intending to send a voice message.
2. The radio should only be used for necessary work-related communications.
3. The radio should only be used by authorized and trained personnel. It should never be operated by
children.
4. Do not attempt any unauthorized modification to the radio. Changes or modifications to the radio
may cause harmful interference and/or cause it to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. Only qualified
personnel should service the radio.
5. Always use Tyco Electronics authorized accessories (antennas, control heads, speakers/mics, etc.).
Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be
exceeded.
The information listed above provides the user with information needed to make him or her aware of a RF
exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC exposure limits of this radio.
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1.3.4 Common Hazards
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to
the operation of vehicular radio transmissions. Possible hazards include but are
not limited to:
• Explosive Atmospheres — Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle while its motor running, be sure
to turn the radio OFF while fueling the vehicle. If the radio is mounted in the trunk of the vehicle,
DO NOT transport containers of fuel in the trunk.
Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. Turn the radio
OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but not impossible that the
radio or its accessories could generate sparks.
• Interference To Vehicular Electronic Systems — Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-
skid braking systems, electronic cruise control systems, etc., are typical of the types of electronic
devices that can malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency (RF) energy present
when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such equipment, consult the dealer for the make of vehicle
and enlist his aid in determining if such electronic circuits perform normally when the radio is
transmitting.
• Electric Blasting Caps — To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO NOT use
two-way radios within 1000 feet (305 meters) of blasting operations. Always obey the “Turn Off
Two-Way Radios” (or equivalent) signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA
Standard: 1926.900).
• Radio Frequency Energy — To prevent burns or related physical injury from radio frequency
energy, do not operate the transmitter when anyone outside of the vehicle is within the minimum safe
distance from the antenna as specified in Table 1-1. Refer to Section 1.2 for additional information.
• Vehicles Powered By Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas — Radio installation in vehicles powered by
liquefied petroleum gas, where the LP gas container is located in the trunk or other sealed-off space
within the interior of the vehicle, must conform to the National Fire Protection Association standard
NFPA 58. This requires:
o The space containing the radio equipment must be isolated by a seal from the space containing
the LP gas container and its fittings.
o Outside filling connections must be used for the LP gas container.
o The LP gas container space shall be vented to the outside of the vehicle.
• Vehicles Equipped with Airbags — For driver and passenger safety, avoid mounting the radio or
any other component above or near airbag deployment areas. In addition to driver-side and
passenger-side front-impact airbags, some vehicles may also be equipped with side-impact airbags.
For occupant safety, verify the location of all airbags within the vehicle before installing the radio
equipment.
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1.3.5 Operating Rules and Regulations
Two-way FM radio systems must be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the local,
regional, or national government.
In the United States, the mobile radio must be operated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Operators of two-way radio equipment must be thoroughly
familiar with the rules that apply to the particular type of radio operation. Following these rules helps
eliminate confusion, assures the most efficient use of the existing radio channels, and results in a
smoothly functioning radio network.
Under U.S. law, operation of an unlicensed radio transmitter within the jurisdiction of
the United States may be punishable by a fine of up to $10,000, imprisonment for up to
CAUTION
When using a two-way radio, remember these rules:
• It is a violation of FCC rules to interrupt any distress or emergency message. The radio operates in
much the same way as a telephone “party line.” Therefore, always listen to make sure the channel is
clear before transmitting. Emergency calls have priority over all other messages. If someone is
sending an emergency message – such as reporting a fire or asking for help in an accident, do not
transmit unless assistance can be offered.
two (2) years, or both.
• The use of profane or obscene language is prohibited by Federal law.
• It is against the law to send false call letters or false distress or emergency messages. The FCC
requires keeping conversations brief and confines them to business. To save time, use coded
messages whenever possible.
• Using the radio to send personal messages (except in an emergency) is a violation of FCC rules. Send
only essential messages.
• It is against Federal law to repeat or otherwise make known anything overheard on the radio.
Conversations between others sharing the channel must be regarded as confidential.
• The FCC requires self-identification at certain specific times by means of call letters. Refer to the
rules that apply to the particular type of operation for the proper procedure.
• No changes or adjustments shall be made to the equipment except by an authorized or certified
electronics technician.
1.3.6 Mobile Operating Tips
The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of two-way radios and should be avoided
whenever possible:
• Operating the radio in areas of low terrain, or while under power lines or bridges.
• Obstructions such as mountains and buildings.
In areas where transmission or reception is poor, communication improvement may
sometimes be obtained by moving a few yards in another direction, or moving to a higher
elevation.
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1.4 SAFETY SYMBOL CONVENTIONS
The following conventions may be used in this manual to alert the user to general safety precautions that
must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply
with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of
design, manufacture, and intended use of the product. Tyco Electronics assumes no liability for the
customer's failure to comply with these standards.
The WARNING symbol calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like, which,
if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not
proceed beyond a WARNING symbol until the conditions identified are fully
understood or met.
The CAUTION symbol calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like,
which, if not performed correctly or adhered to, could result in a risk of danger, damage
CAUTION
to the equipment, or severely degrade the equipment performance.
The NOTE symbol calls attention to supplemental information, which may improve
system performance or clarify a process or procedure.
The ESD symbol calls attention to procedures, practices, or the like, which could expose
equipment to the effects of Electro-Static Discharge. Proper precautions must be taken
to prevent ESD when handling circuit modules.
The electrical hazard symbol is a WARNING indicating there may be an electrical
shock hazard present.
This symbol indicates the presence of a potential RF hazard.
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2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
The manual provides information for installing and configuring VIDA Broadband equipment as a system.
This manual is written for the communications professional responsible for planning, installing, and
implementing the VIDA Broadband Network.
2.2 REFERENCE MANUALS
It may be necessary to consult one or more of the following manuals when installing, operating, or
maintaining a VIDA Broadband Network.
Table 2-1: Related Documentation
Documentation Manual Number
VIDA Broadband BAS/UAS User’s Manual MM-011540-001
RNM/CNM User’s Manual MM1000018633
MM-014720-001, Rev. A
VIDA Broadband System Manual MM-011541-001
VIDA Broadband Base Station Product Manual MM-009804 -001
VIDA Broadband Client Product Manual MM-010539-001
VIDA Broadband B510 Base Station Product Manual MM-016895 -001
VIDA Broadband MultiLink Station Product Manual MM-013752-001
VIDA Broadband Network Services Installation and Configuration Manual MM-014640-001
VIDA Broadband Basic Network Applications Programming Guide MM-014641-001
VIDA Broadband Systems Troubleshooting Guide MM-014642-001
VIDA Broadband Systems RF Planning Guide MM-015601-001
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2.3 CUSTOMER SERVICE
2.3.1 Technical Assistance
The Technical Assistance Center's (TAC) resources are available to help with overall system operation,
maintenance, upgrades, and product support. TAC is the point of contact when answers are needed to
technical questions.
Product specialists, with detailed knowledge of product operation, maintenance, and repair provide
technical support via a toll-free (in North America) telephone number. Support is also available through
mail, fax, and e-mail.
For more information about technical assistance services, contact your sales representative, or contact the
Technical Assistance Center directly at:
North America: 1-800-528-7711
International: 1-434-385-2400
Fax Number: 1-434-455-6712
E-mail: tac@tycoelectronics.com
2.3.2 Customer Resource Center
If any part of the system equipment is damaged on arrival, contact the shipper to conduct an inspection
and prepare a damage report. Save the shipping container and all packing materials until the inspection
and the damage report are completed. In addition, contact the Customer Resource Center to make
arrangements for replacement equipment. Do not return any part of the shipment until you receive
detailed instructions from a Tyco Electronics representative.
Contact the Customer Resource Center at:
North America:
Phone Number: 1-800-368-3277 (toll free)
Fax Number: 1-800-833-7592 (toll free)
E-mail: CustomerFocus@tycoelectronics.com
International:
Phone Number: 1-434-455-6403
Fax Number: 1-434-455-6676
E-mail: InternationalCustomerFocus@tycoelectronics.com
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2.4 SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
Table 2-2: Current Software Releases
Media Part Number Version
Base Station Media Kit SK-014991-001 Version R3B
Subscriber Station Media Kit SK-016517-001 Version R7F
Table 2-3: VIDA Broadband Software Compatibility Chart
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Base Station
(BS)
BS ver. 1.1.0 Compatible
BS ver. 1.1.2 Compatible
BS ver. R2A
BS ver. R2B
BS ver. R3A
BS ver. R3B
Ver. 3.0.9 Ver. 4.3.1 Ver. 4.3.2
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Base Station
(BS)
BS ver. 1.1.0 Compatible Compatible Compatible
BS ver. 1.1.2 Compatible Compatible Compatible
BS ver. R2A Compatible Compatible Compatible
BS ver. R2B Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
BS ver. R3A Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Ver. 0.194.0.0 Ver. 5.0.23 Ver. 6.6.1.0 Ver. 7.5.7.0
Unified Administrator System (UAS)
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Compatible Compatible
Compatible Compatible
Compatible Compatible
Compatible Compatible
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Subscriber Station (SS)
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
BS ver. R3B Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible
Notes:
1. Only the versions listed have been authorized for use in the field.
2. All UAS versions are compatible with all SS versions.
3. SS ver. 7.5.7.0 is incompatible with all BS versions prior to R2B.
4. All BS versions starting with R2A and later require UAS version R4x or later.
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2.5 TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Table 2-4: Abbreviations
Term Definition
AES Advanced Encryption Standard
BAS Broadband Administration Server
BE Best Efforts
BS Base Station
CID Connection Identifier
CR Classifier Rule
DES Data Encryption Standard
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
EDACS Enhanced Digital Access Communications System
GPS Global Positioning System
IEEE Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers
JDBC Java Database Connectivity
JSP Java Server Page
LMR Land Mobile Radio
MAC Media Access Control
MIB Management Information Base
OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
QoS Quality of Service
RSS Received Signal Strength
SF Service Flow
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
SS Subscriber Station (Client)
TAC Technical Assistance Center
TFTP Trivial File Transfer Protocol
UAS Unified Administration System
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UGS Unsolicited Grant Services
VIDA Voice, Interoperability, Data, and Access
WAN Wide Area Network
3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
VIDA Broadband provides integrated public safety grade wireless broadband video and data services for
mission-critical applications. VIDA Broadband combines the security of the licensed 4.9 GHz public
safety frequency band with the robust 802.16 communications industry standard to create a true public
safety broadband network. With this state-of-the-art network, public safety customers can implement
applications such as streaming video, web applications, economical licensed LMR backhaul, and other
bandwidth intensive applications. Since the network provides guaranteed Quality of Service (QoS), it is
especially suited for applications such as video surveillance, perimeter control, and mobile command.
VIDA Broadband is integrated with the VIDA network allowing seamless sharing of network resources,
including hardware network management and administration.
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Figure 3-1: VIDA Broadband Network
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The basic architecture of the 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband network is a point-to-multipoint network. A
system consists of one or more base station(s) and at least one or more clients per base station as shown in
Figure 3-1. There are two configurations of client
usually mounted outdoors with directional antennas and have a range of up to 10 miles. Nomadic clients
are vehicle mounted and use an omnidirectional antenna. The range of a nomadic client to base station is
typically a few hundred meters.
The VIDA Broadband Base Station implements the 802.16e-2005 OFDM protocol to deliver an over-theair throughput from 3 to 19 Mbps (for 5 MHz channel) and 3 to 38 Mbps (for 10 MHz channel). All
communication over the wireless channel is scheduled by the base station, with contention slots provided
for the VIDA Broadband Client to request bandwidth. This coordinated scheduling feature of the
protocol provides significant advantages such as:
• Minimizes contention between clients.
• Maximizes channel utilization.
• Maximizes ability to coordinate frequency usage among users.
• Enables guaranteed bandwidth services for critical applications.
3.1 SYSTEM COMPONENTS
devices; fixed and nomadic. Fixed client devices are
The VIDA Broadband Base and Subscriber Stations are designed for easy mounting on a variety of
outdoor structures including light poles and telephone poles. The base stations and clients in the VIDA
Broadband Network use IPC IP66-rated enclosures for operation in challenging environmental conditions,
and the UAS software is the same as that in use by numerous federal and public safety systems across
North America. The VIDA Broadband client can also be vehicle mounted for nomadic applications using
an optional vehicle mounting kit.
The VIDA Broadband system comprises the following:
• Base Station Equipment (BS): VIDA Broadband Base Stations provide the coordinating point
in a point-multipoint network, transferring data between an IP network and remote subscriber
stations as well as managing the subscriber stations on the network.
• Subscriber Station (SS): VIDA Broadband Client used to transfer data from a fixed or nomadic
location to the base station.
• MultiLink Station: VIDA Broadband MultiLink Stations provide full capacity network
extension, transferring data between an IP network and remote subscriber stations, with no loss of
capacity.
• Networking Equipment: Standard Switches and Routers supporting connections to the
backbone or Intranet.
• Management Systems: UAS Management, RNM system monitoring, and other Operation
Support Systems.
3.2 BASE STATION
The VIDA Broadband Base Stations provide the public safety grade infrastructure for the 4.9 GHz VIDA
Broadband network. The base stations are FCC-certified and implement a 5 or 10 MHz channel version of
the IEEE 802.16e-OFDM profile in the 4.90 to 4.99 GHz (4.94 to 4.99 GHz for BS-009214 base stations)
communications band. This implementation allows using up to ten 5 MHz channels with the BS-009214 base
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stations or up to eighteen possible 5 MHz channels (10 Public Safety and 8 Federal) or nine possible 10 MHz
channels (5 Public Safety and 4 Federal) with the BS-014648 base station. The base stations transmit up to 27
dBm power (0.5W) satisfying the high-power FCC mask and deliver from 1 to 19 Mbps (for a 5 MHz
channel) and 3 to 38 Mbps (for a 10 MHz channel) over-the-air throughput.
The base station schedules all communication over the wireless channel, with contention slots provided for
subscriber stations to request bandwidth. Based on traffic loading, multiple “connections” can be established
between the base station and each subscriber station in the network, with different QoS for each connection,
allowing for great flexibility when designing a network. Low priority processes (such as e-mail) can be
mapped to best effort services while high priority processes (such as streaming video or LMR backhaul) can
be mapped to unsolicited grant services (UGS) which offer guaranteed throughput. Network convergence is
provided in the form of 802.16 classifier rules that ensure network level QoS over the airlink.
Tyco Electronics offers four base station configurations:
• MAVM-VMXBA (BS-009214-001) - AC powered with copper Ethernet port (5 MHz channel)
• MAVM-VMXBC (BS-009214-003) - DC powered with copper Ethernet port (5 MHz channel)
• MAVM-VMXBD (BS-009214-002) - DC powered with Fiber Optic Ethernet port (5 MHz
channel)
• MAVM-MBASE (BS-014648-004) - DC powered with Copper Ethernet and Fiber Optic ports
(5 MHz or 10 MHz channel)
The AC model operates on 110 Vac and uses a 100Base-TX Ethernet based data port configuration. The DC
models require +24 Vdc, have built-in surge protection, and have either a 100Base-TX Ethernet based data
port or a 100Base-FX Fiber Optic data port. The BS-014648 DC powered base station has both 100Base-TX
and 100Base-FX ports.
The base station, shown in Figure 3-2, is housed in a steel NEMA 4 enclosure that satisfies IP66 requirements
for outd
oor deployments.
Figure 3-2: VIDA Broadband B510 (BS-014648-004) Base Station
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3.3 SUBSCRIBER STATION (CLIENT)
The 4.9 GHz VIDA Broadband Subscriber Station (SS), also referred to as a Client, is shown in Figure
3-3. The Client is housed in a ruggedized enclosure suitable for nomadic or outdoor installations. The
NEMA 4 housing satisfies IP66 requirements for outdoor deployments. The Client is designed for
multiple mounting configurations to allow nomadic or fixed structure mounting.
• MAVM-VMCLL (BS-010700-001) - 0.1W, Copper Ethernet (5 MHz channel)
• MAVM-VMXCH (BS-010700-002) - 0.5W, AC/DC, Copper Ethernet (5 or 10 MHz channel)
• MAVM-VMCHN (BS-010700-002)
• MAVM-VMCHH (BS-010700-003) - 0.5W, DC, Fiber (w/surge protection) (5 or 10 MHz channel)
• MAVM-VMCLH (BS-010700-004) - 0.1W, DC, Fiber (w/surge protection) (5 MHz channel)
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- Nomadic, 0.5W, DC, Copper Ethernet (5 or 10 MHz channel)
Figure 3-3: VIDA Broadband Client
The high power (0.5 Watt) copper model is available for fixed or nomadic applications and is approved
for 5 or 10 MHz channel bandwidth. The low power (0.1 Watt) copper model is typically installed in
fixed locations only and is only approved for 5 MHz channel operation. Both the high and low power
copper models are designed to operate on 11 to 30 Vdc or 16 to 26 Vac and use a 100Base-TX Ethernet
data port configuration. However, a DC supply is recommended in all applications for cleaner and lowernoise power.
The fiber models have built-in lightning protection, are powered by DC voltage only, and use a 100BaseFX Fiber Optic data port configuration.
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High Power Copper Client supplied with nomadic installation kit.
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